This beginner-friendly harmonica course is created for new players who want a clear and enjoyable way to start learning blues harp. It suits absolute beginners, adult learners, and music teachers seeking a simple method that supports steady progress. The guide helps learners begin practicing essential blues phrasing while exploring the instrument through practical steps that build confidence.
Inside the book, players follow a structured path that explains note bending, full tone bends, blow bending, the wah wah effect, blues riffs, tone shaping, and expressive ideas used by classic blues performers. Each technique is broken down into manageable stages, supported by helpful performance notes and examples that show how to apply them in real musical situations. The book also introduces solos and short pieces, allowing learners to develop musical feel as they practice.
The included audio CD demonstrates every stage of the course so learners can hear each effect clearly and match the examples. Backing tracks are provided for jamming, giving students the opportunity to experiment with rhythm, phrasing, breath control, and improvisation. This creates a rich learning experience that supports skill development and helps new players grow more confident with each exercise.
Course Highlights
Step-by-step lessons, harmonica notation, tone control practice, blues riffs, bending exercises, breath technique tips, expressive phrasing ideas, demonstration audio, and backing tracks for guided practice and musical exploration.
A helpful resource for every new harmonica player. Ideal for personal learning, classroom instruction, or at-home practice sessions, this course gives beginners a clear foundation and encourages creative exploration as they build essential blues skills.
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Seller: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Condition: Good. (Music Sales America). Blues harmonica for absolute beginners is presented in this user-friendly guide by Mick Kensella. It covers songs like Amazing Grace and Oh Susanna as well as note bending, blues riffs and the wah wah effect, and some great blues solos. The accompanying CD contains audio demonstrations of examples presented in the book, allowing you to hear how they should sound. Seller Inventory # 00107197171
Seller: World of Books Inc, Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Condition: Good. (Music Sales America). Blues harmonica for absolute beginners is presented in this user-friendly guide by Mick Kensella. It covers songs like Amazing Grace and Oh Susanna as well as note bending, blues riffs and the wah wah effect, and some great blues solos. The accompanying CD contains audio demonstrations of examples presented in the book, allowing you to hear how they should sound. Seller Inventory # CIN0711947066G
Seller: Goodwill of Western and Northern CT, Bridgeport, CT, U.S.A.
Condition: good. All pages and cover are intact including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May include "From the library of" labels. Shrink wrap, dust covers, or boxed set case may be missing. Item may be missing bundled media. Seller Inventory # WNCTV.0711947066.G
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Good. The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine. Seller Inventory # GOR001909194
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Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Seller Inventory # GOR003064809
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paperback. Condition: Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read but remains in clean condition. All of the pages are intact and the cover is intact and the spine may show signs of wear. The book may have minor markings which are not specifically mentioned. Seller Inventory # rev2014740472
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Seller: St Vincent de Paul of Lane County, Eugene, OR, U.S.A.
Condition: Good. BOOK HAS SOME WATER DAMAGE OR LIQUID STAINING. paperback 100% of proceeds go to charity! Good condition with all pages in tact. Item shows signs of use and may have cosmetic defects. Seller Inventory # K-05-5031
Seller: INDOO, Avenel, NJ, U.S.A.
Condition: New. Brand New. Seller Inventory # 9780711947061
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Paperback. Condition: Brand New. paperback/cd edition. 64 pages. 11.75x8.75x0.25 inches. In Stock. Seller Inventory # __0711947066
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Seller: MisterSeekersBook.Store, Edmonton, AB, Canada
Soft cover. Condition: Excellent. In Excellent Condition. CD Has Never Seen Play, and is Sealed in its Original Pouch. No Notes, Names or Markings. No Torn Or Folded Pages. May Have Minor Shelf Wear To Corner And Edges. - For More Information On Condition. Please See All Photos. 1998 - BLUES HARP FROM SCRATCH .plus full tone bends, blow bending, the head roll, the tongue roll and inside secrets on vibrato effects and note splitting. it's all demonstrated for you on the CD and shown in the easy-to-follow guidebook by leading teacher/performer Mick Kinsella. "You'll learn to play blues harp quickly and easily by just listening to the CD and following the book. It's the simplest, friendliest way to pick up the blues harmonica" Mick Kinsella . Seller Inventory # 011678