Author: David E. Kettlewell

Edition: 1st edition

ISBN: 1516827732

Number Of Pages: 678

Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform

Release Date: 2015-08-10

Details: WELCOME...TO THE MOST COMPREHENSIVE and DETAILED BOOK ON CHROMATIC HARMONICA EVER WRITTEN. At over 670 pages, you could make the argument this is several books in one. There are 300+ pages on METHOD: how to develop correct breath, how to play vibrato, bends, use of the slide; and information on how to select a chromatic harmonica, customizations used by pros, top sound equipment, playing along with book/cd combos, and more. And well over 300 pages of interviews with over 20 of the world's top chromatic harmonica players and accompanists from all over the world. Each shares their own personal journey into music, and the methods they used to find excellence and world renown. It is a definitive resource; a book you will keep for a lifetime, a companion reference...and very helpful tool to help you reach the goals you have for your playing. EARLY REVIEWS… This is a true masterwork on the chromatic harmonica the likes of which we've never seen before. David (and Frederica) has put so much devotion and care into this extraordinary, sweeping volume of knowledge and inspiration on the chromatic harmonica that players of all levels will be able to benefit from for generations to come. Tollak Ollestad Jazz Great, Honored as Hohner Master of the Harmonica/ USA & Holland This book is a veritable bible of the chromatic harmonica, a monumental, spellbinding achievement. Whether it’s basic playing fundamentals, advanced techniques, practice tips, or enlightening shop talk with the greats —  it’s all here in this cornucopia of harmonica lore.  David’s and Frederica’s enthusiasm for every aspect of the harmonica and its players is irresistible.  Most important is their recognition that the chromatic harmonica is the “little instrument that could,” that in the boundless world of music — jazz, blues, classical, rock — the instrument can leave a mark far surpassing its modest size. For any budding harmonica player — for any pro, for that matter — who aspires to fathom music’s secrets, this wonderful book is a must-read.  James Edinberg Music scholar & piano accompanist to world's leading musicians/ Austria. the definitive chromatic harmonica resource...your personal guide to excellence - Over 670 pages of material to make you a better player! - Interviews with over 20 of the world's best chromatic harmonica players - Interviews with world's leading accompanists - How to play vibrato, bends, & use of the slide - How to select a chromatic harmonica - Harmonica reviews - Customizations to improve your harmonica - Technical exercises for you to play daily - How to find your own sound on your instrument - How to end breath saver problems - Playing along with CDs and Backing Tracks - Amplification tips - and much more…. David Kettlewell is author of 9 books & musician Frederica Cohen is a 28 year professional music educator & musician

EAN: 9781516827732

Package Dimensions: 9.0 x 6.0 x 1.5 inches

Languages: English