Learn to play HARMONICA, the easiest instrument to pick up!
Why take this course?
🎉 Learn to Play HARMONICA: The Easiest Instrument to Pick Up! 🎲
Ultimate Diatonic Harmonica Lessons
🚀 updated February 2023 - Udemy's BEST-SELLING ultimate and complete harmonica course with over 40,000 students have already joined the journey to master the harmonica. And you can too! 🎶
Who Is This Course For?
Whether you're a complete beginner or an intermediate player looking to enhance your skills, this course is designed for YOU!
- Ever played with a harmonica as a kid and wanted to pick it up again?
- Looking to level up your current harmonica playing?
- A musician who plays guitar, piano, ukulele or sings and wants to incorporate harmonica into your repertoire?
- In search of an easy-to-carry instrument that's fun and portable?
- Wanting to honor a family member who left you their harmonica?
- Inspired by harmonica legends like Bob Dylan, Sonny Terry, Little Walter, or Mick Jagger?
- Looking to play in informal settings like church, campfires, bands, or jam sessions?
- Believe that playing the harmonica could benefit your health, especially with COPD or other health issues?
- Checking off a retirement 'bucket-list' goal?
If you answered "yes" to any of these, this is YOUR moment! 🌟
Your Harmonica Journey Awaits!
This course will guide you through the exciting world of harmonica playing. With a structured approach, clear instructions, and plenty of practice opportunities, you'll see your skills soar in no time. 🚀
- Follow the lectures and practice diligently to build confidence and master the instrument.
- Experience a blend of fun, challenge, and excitement as you learn and grow.
- Recognize my passion for the harmonica - I'm here for YOU and dedicated to teaching this incredible instrument.
What You Need to Start
Before we dive in, make sure you have your harmonica ready! Whether it's a Hohner harmonica, blues harmonica, hohner special 20, or even a chromatic harmonica (though we'll focus on diatonic), you're all set. Plus, harmonica holders, sets, and other accessories can aid your learning experience. 🎵
Course Highlights
This comprehensive course includes a variety of specialized sub-courses to ensure you get a well-rounded education without having to buy them separately!
- 7 Days Crash Course: Learn the basics and start playing in just one week.
- Trainsounds for Harmonica Players: Integrate harmonica into train sound imitations, perfect for buskers.
- Basic 12 Bar Blues Foundation: Understand the backbone of blues music on the harmonica.
- Masterclass on Improving Tone: Learn how to craft a rich and clear sound.
- 12 Bar Blues Bassline: Play those essential basslines in the blues.
- Box Patterns – Radical Playing Ideas: Discover new ways to approach the instrument.
- Love me Do: Cover a classic song from start to finish.
- Big Walter Horton – Easy: Learn from one of the masters of harmonica with simplified techniques.
- Note Bending: Master both simple and advanced techniques for a soulful sound.
My Personal Guarantee
I am so confident you will love this course that I offer an ironclad guarantee: if you're not satisfied within 30 days of purchasing, I will refund all your money with no questions asked. This guarantee is backed up by Udemy! 🤝
Join me, Ben Hewlett, on this harmonica-playing adventure, and let's make music together! 🎚️🎉
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Our Verdict
Boasting a near-perfect rating and catering to aspiring harmonica players since 2014, this Udemy course excels in both content depth and instructor charisma. While it may prove challenging for absolute beginners, the opportunity to learn from an experienced musician who generously offers his expertise is truly a gem. Recommended for musicians with some basic music knowledge or those ready for structured practice and patience.
What We Liked
- Comprehensive curriculum covering a wide range of techniques, styles, and music genres
- Engaging and humorous instructor, Ben, who is passionate about teaching harmonica and infectious in his enthusiasm
- Real-world examples and storytelling create an enjoyable learning experience while providing context and relevance
- Includes major and minor pentatonic scales for improvising and soloing, as well as note bending and vibrato techniques
Potential Drawbacks
- Lack of a proper ramp-up results in challenges when learning play-by-ear exercises and navigating the harmonica for beginners
- Occasional ‘winging it’ during lessons can make some content feel unprepared and lacking structure, making self-study challenging
- Limited song choices focusing on traditional or blues melodies; modern songs or diverse repertoire could enhance student motivation and engagement