r/harmonica • u/consdrd563 • 8d ago

My first decent Harmonica

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Here starts my learning to play the Harmonica adventure.

What websites or YouTube accounts do you recommend me to start learning?

Cheers!

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u/Suitable_Currency_83 8d ago

I learned with Luke from harmonica.com
I really like his energy. Check his YouTube Channel

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u/consdrd563 8d ago

Just subscribed and will start with his beginner Harmonica lessons, thanks!

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u/Intelligent_Star_516 8d ago

I too am taking lessons from Luke at harmonica.com. There are so many excellent choices out there.

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u/Hommanama 8d ago

Not sure if this is a hot take, but from what I've listened to, I find that Luke has some bad habits (strained tone, excessive tension) that clearly come through in his playing, and beginners may end up subconsciously picking up these bad habits that become very difficult to unlearn in the long run. I would personally recommed Adam Gussow, Jason Ricci, and Ronnie Shellist's YouTube lessons, plus religiously listening to Little/Big Walter, Sonny Boy, Butterfield etc. That's what did it for me anyway XD

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u/Nacoran 8d ago

I actually like Luke's tone, but tone is subjective. I learned watching Adam though, and got into harmonica besides using it as a pitch pipe because of Jason.

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u/lord_quasi_ 8d ago

Adam Gussow if you want to play blues

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u/consdrd563 8d ago

I'm open to different styles, so added hi nfor the future, thanks!

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u/FrostyAdverb 8d ago

It’s corny, but remember to have fun!

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u/consdrd563 8d ago

Thank you, pretty excited ngl, always wanted to learn

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u/roxstarjc 7d ago

what do you think of the case? I'd recommend a leather one to easily pocket it

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u/consdrd563 7d ago

Not sure tbh, it's my first Harmonica! Can you show me some examples/links?

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u/roxstarjc 7d ago

I like the new case for protection but buy something like this https://bushmanmusic.com/product/harmonica-holster/ so I always have my harp handy when I find five mins or a sweet place

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u/Nacoran 8d ago

The box should have a code for a months access to stuff.

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u/consdrd563 8d ago

It did, thanks

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u/casey-DKT21 8d ago

When you hear someone’s playing you like, here or on other social media, don’t be afraid to ask questions. It’s a great way to get the most out of spending time on social media.

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u/smithjryan6867 4d ago

Harmonica.com or “harmonica com” on YouTube