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Lesson Series Level 1

Building Harmonica Technique Vol. 1 & 2 DVD

Basic Blues Harmonica Method BK/CD


Price: $19.95 / Set: $39.90 (Vol. 1&2 + Vol. 3&4 = 2 DVDs)
Length: 2 hours, 27 minutes
Level: Beginning/Intermediate

Description: From the most prolific author of blues harmonica books and CD's comes the most comprehensive DVD series ever to be released for the blues harmonica player.  Much of the material in this DVD series has never been covered in any book, CD, or video instructional.  These DVDs bridge the gap between what can be studied from home and what can only be learned in private lessons.  With large charts, diagrams, and many playing examples... nothing is left to the imagination.  Detailed below is what you will learn in this DVD. Note that these were first released as a video set of four individual videos. Volumes #1 and #2 have been combined into one DVD (this page). You can purchase both DVDs (Volumes #1 through #4) by clicking on the "Set" option above.


Table Of Contents
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VOLUME #1
How to Practice

   How Long Should I Practice
   Sit Down Study Time
   Studying Artists
Holding the Harmonica
   Not covering your playing surface
   The Wa Wa
Memorizing the Harp
   Notes Available
   Octave Substitution
Embouchure & Articulation - Part 1
Single-Hole Embouchure
   Pucker Embouchure
   Tilted Embouchure
   Articulation
   Glissando
   Shakes
   Double & Triple Tonguing
Embouchure & Articulation - Part 2
Tongue Blocking

   Tongue Block
   Tongue Slap
   Fake Tongue Slap
Embouchure & Articulation - Part 3
Articulation Used When Tongue Blocking

   Ha, Ga, & Ta
   The Side Pull
   The Cough
   The Pull
   The Pull Slap
Embouchure & Articulation - Part 4
4 Hole Octaves

   Broader Presentation of One Note
   Flutter Tongue
   Articulation with the Octave
   Side Switching
Embouchure & Articulation - Part 5
5 Hole Octaves
   Notes Available
   Larger Embouchure
   Great for High End Playing

VOLUME #2
Properties of a Bend
   Physics of the Bend
   Bending as it Relates to the Piano
Draw Bend Embouchure
   Tongue and Mouth Position
   Bending for Expression
   Stopping at the Bottom
   Starting at the Bottom
Articulating the Bend Using Syllables
   Two
   EEE
   Twa
   Do-Ta
Blow Bending
   Bending Note Chart
   Properties of the Blow Bend
   Blow Bend Exercises
Over-Bends
   Physics of the Over-Bend
Vibrato Types
   Hand
   Laughing
   Staccato
   Bent
Music Theory - Level 1
   Half & Whole Steps
   Diatonic Definition
   C Major Scale
   Intervals
   Why are The Different Keys?
Music Theory - Level 2
   Chord Qualities
   Scales
   Position Basics
12 Bar Blues
   12 Bar Blues Standard Format
   Playing Within Chord Changes
Soloing Scales
   The Blues Scale


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Material Recommended by the Author to Accompany this Level:
1)
Classic Chicago Blues Harp #2
2)
Blues Harmonica Jam Tracks & Soloing Concepts #2
3)
Scales, Patterns & Bending Exercises #1
4)
Exploring 2nd Position
5)
Exploring 3rd Position

Basic Blues Harmonica Method DVD
Blues Harmonica Jam Tracks & Soloing Concepts #1 BK/CD

 

Lesson Series Level 2
Classic Chicago Blues Harp #1 BK/CD
Blues Harmonica Jam Tracks & Soloing Concepts #2 BK/CD
Scales, Patterns & Bending Exercises #1 BK/CD
Exploring 2nd Position BK/CD
Exploring 3rd Position BK/CD
Building Harmonica Technique Vol. 1&2 DVD
 
Lesson Series Level 3
Classic Chicago Blues Harp #2 BK/CD
Blues Harmonica Jam Tracks & Soloing Concepts #3 BK/CD
Scales, Patterns & Bending Exercises #2 BK/2xCD
Exploring 1st Position BK/CD
Blues Chromatic BK/CD
Building Harmonica Technique Vol. 3&4 DVD
 
Lesson Series Sets
 
School of the Blues Lesson Series
Improvising Blues Harmonica BK/CD  
Blues Harmonica Accompaniment Playing BK/CD  
Blues Harmonica Method #1  BK/CD The Tongue Block Method  
Blues Harmonica Method #2 BK/CD The Tongue Block Method
Blues Harmonica Play-Along Trax BK/CD
 
More Material by David Barrett
Building Harmonica Technique BK/CD
C Harmonica Blues Play-Along Trax  
Adult Harmonica Method BK/CD
First Lessons Blues Harmonica BK/CD
Youth Harmonica Method BK/CD
Harmonica for Fun & Health BK/CD
Harmonica Position Chart  
Blues Harp Licks Chart with CD  
First Lessons Harmonica BK/CD/DVD  
 
Gig Saver Series
Harmonica Microphones BK
Harmonica Amplifiers BK
First Gig - Everything You Need to Know BK
Harmonica: Essential Theory BK
Harmonica: Essential Scales BK
Harmonica: Essential Quick Charts BK

David Barrett's Recordings
Serious Fun
with John Garcia
We Are The Blues
with the School of the Blues All-Star Band
History of the Blues Harmonica Concert
with Joe Filisko, Dennis Gruenling, Kinya Pollard, Rusty Zinn and the School of the Blues All-Star Band




















































 

Reviews on this Video:
"I have purchased your four-tape Building Harmonica Technique series. This is the clearest, most detailed presentation of blues harmonica technique I have seen. From the explanation of embouchure to the explanation of music theory and the exploration of the 12-bar structure, this material is clear, concise and downright fun. I'm only through the first two tapes, but have already more than gotten my money's worth. David Barrett is a great instructor. Thanks for this much-needed material." Ed Metzler

“I thought you should know that thanks to you and your video series, I have seen much improvement in the following areas:

1.  Bent vibrato!!!
2.  Tongue block embouchure
3.  Familiarity within the 12 bar blues (thanks to your jam tracks CD!!!)
4.  Articulation
5.  Blues scale patterns
6.  Bullet mic technique
7.  My lower jaw movement has helped my speed, accuracy and my mic playing!!!
8.  My cheeks do not puff out quite as much anymore
9.  My ability to maneuver around the lower six holes of the harp

I must be both a visual and auditory learner because it wasn't until you explained the 12 bar blues progression as you pointed to the bars and various notes within the chord that it finally clicked.  Your video includes the first explanation of the 12 bar blues progression that made any real sense to me.  It seems so simple now and I'm quite frustrated and embarrassed that it took me 3 years to comprehend what I could have learned in only 15 minutes with your videos." Sincerely,
Garrett Lydic


"Just to drop a note to say how great the video series is. I have been playing for over three years and work in a music store. There is NO BETTER METHOD AVAILABLE! I have all five videos and plan to use them through the fall and winter to be a better player. I also currently play out with my band 'Family Style', a power trio with me playing the guitar and harp. Thanks again for the great series. Any experienced player and beginners that come into my store are recommended this series. No dissatisfied customers! Keep up the good work...I hope to attend a master class in my area soon."

Musically Yours....
Mark M Maccabee/Triple M Productions

"I purchased your 4 video collection and I've been through all four tapes. You did a really nice job with your project and I am very grateful for all your hard work!!! I'm on day number 6 of my 3 weeks on holes 1-3. What a great idea!!! I would never have thought to do that but limiting myself to certain notes really teaches you how those notes can work together in a solo. I can see a big difference already. I'll add holes as you indicated on the video. It looks like the next 4 or so months are all planned out for me."

Garrett Lydic - Frankford, DE


“I have done an enthusiastic preview of your video series and I have to say Thank You Very Much!  Words have a way of becoming devalued but your work is truly EXCELLENT in every sense.  Thanks for the inspiration not just for becoming a great harp player but for doing a thing well that is worth doing in the first place.  It is a rare treat to see such excellence and humility combined. Thanks again.”

Larry Tranberg - Campbell, CA



"The Building Harmonica Technique Series Video's, and the Soloing CD's are by far the most professional harmonica educational products on the market.  You have set the standard for harmonica instruction.  I am looking forward to improving my ability as a player with the use of your products."

Tom Kottmeier

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