{"product_id":"blues-harmonica-for-dummies-paperback","title":"Blues Harmonica for Dummies - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eWinslow Yerxa\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBreathe the blues into your harmonica!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBlues harmonica is the most popular and influential style of harmonica playing, and it forms the basis for playing harmonica in other styles such as rock and country. \u003ci\u003eBlues Harmonica for Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e gives you a wealth of content devoted to the blues approach--specific techniques and applications, including bending and making your notes sound richer and fuller with tongue-blocked enhancements; use of amplification to develop a blues sound; blues licks and riffs; constructing a blues harmonica solo; accompanying singers; historical development of blues styles; and important blues players and recordings.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe accompanying website features all the musical examples from the book, plus play-along exercises and songs that let you hear the sound you're striving for.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eIn-depth coverage of major blues harmonica techniques\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBlues song forms, improvisation, and accompanying singers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eInformation on blues history and personalities\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eIf you're intrigued by the idea of understanding and mastering the compelling (yet mysterious) art of playing blues on the harmonica, \u003ci\u003eBlues Harmonica For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e has you covered.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eP.S. If you think this book seems familiar, you're probably right. The Dummies team updated the cover and design to give the book a fresh feel, but the content is the same as the previous release of Blues Harmonica For Dummies (9781118252697). The book you see here shouldn't be considered a new or updated product. But if you're in the mood to learn something new, check out some of our other books. We're always writing about new topics!\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eBreathe the blues into your harmonica\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn about bending, tongue blocking, and chordal rhythm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eConnect with blues history and the major players\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe fun and easy way to play blues harmonica\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eBlues Harmonica For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e gives you a wealth of guidance on playing harmonica in the style of the blues masters. Learn how to go from playing easy chords to strong single notes -- and then to 12-bar blues. Develop your personal style and put together a repertoire of tunes to play for an audience. Explore specific techniques and applications, including bending and making your notes sound richer and fuller; using amplification; developing blues licks and riffs; performing a blues harmonica solo like a pro; and much more. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInside...\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eA review of the blues as a musical style\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWhat it takes to get started\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA blues guide to music symbols\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWays to shape, color, and punctuate your blues sound\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow to amplify your playing\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eImportant blues players and recordings\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWinslow Yerxa\u003c\/b\u003e is a widely known and respected harmonica player, teacher, and author. He has written, produced, and starred in many harmonica book and video projects, and provides harmonica instruction worldwide. In addition to teaching privately, he currently teaches at the Jazzschool in Berkeley, California.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 384\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.9 x 9.3 x 7.3 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e July 21, 2020\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42692823187519,"sku":"9781119694519","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/8226\/1823\/files\/804d184968d935c86e9d327e1b8b009e.webp?v=1764996746","url":"https:\/\/dhl-adrianne.myshopify.com\/products\/blues-harmonica-for-dummies-paperback","provider":"BBB","version":"1.0","type":"link"}