![]() Now, without playing the harmonica yet, just try inhaling while firmly keeping the tongue in the “Kk” zone. Say the consonant “Kk” over and over again and try to feel where the back of your tongue is hitting the hard palate on the roof of your mouth. -1, If you’re not having any luck, every once in awhile.So these are my two recommendations for where to try getting your first bend on the harmonica: Occasionally, someone will get -1 before they can get a -4. 4 on the C harmonica is the hole most people can learn to bend the most quickly and easily for the first time. Our focus right now is just trying to get a note to bend at all! Again, our focus right now is NOT trying to play bends in tune. Not only can it help you to activate your first bend, it is also the technique for later our later goal of tuning the bends. This approach is important for us to consider. You will get it eventually if you keep trying these different ideas! Try, and try again…. So don’t lose heart if you don’t get it right away. We’re gonna try a whole bunch of different ways to help you get your first bend. Relax, and remember just to play with this. I recommend a Lee Oskar, a Hohner Special 20, or if you are on a tight budget the Fender Blues Deluxe will still serve you well. Get a proper harmonica that is made for bending, and make sure it’s in good shape. Again, don’t try harder, try easier! Take a deep breath. Frustration often leads to using excessive force. Using excessive force will hinder your attempts at bending. Don’t try too hard! It’s probably better to try it for a few minutes here and there rather than trying to lock yourself in a room until you can do it. ![]() And then expect it to take a lifetime to master. Plan on giving yourself at least a few weeks of trying to get it, before expecting it to really start to come together for you. You may get it once, and then not be able to get it again for minutes….or days. Get ready to be patient with yourself! Harmonica bending is likely to seem elusive. These techniques will ensure that you have the proper seal required to be able to bend well. Before you start working on bending, make sure you’ve mastered the Deep Relaxed Mouth Position and that you can play clear single notes using lip blocking.
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