Diatonic Blues Harmonica

In Kyle’s Diatonic Blues Harmonica Workshop we will cover the following:

Why Play Harmonica?

A brief history of the harmonica and some notable past players

Tonic notes (what key you are playing in)

Harmonica key differences

Playing rhythms

Understanding folk harmonica and “blues harp” differences (positions)

Easy beginner songs

Hitting single notes, and exercises to improve

Bending notes

Slurs, trills and warbles

Riffs

Throat and hand vibrato

Licks and how to combine them into solos

Playing with a harmonica rack

Showmanship

Backing your fellow musicians on harmonica, a brief guide

Recording any or all of the workshop on your phone is encouraged. At important points, recording any specific exercise will be helpful for later practicing.

Most important is having fun while you learn, and while playing with other musicians. See you at Artichoke!

Kyle Keilman has been teaching harmonica for over 50 years. He joined the Artichoke Teachers faculty in 2024 and has also performed onstage solo and with others at The Artichoke listening room venue.

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