Re: On harp instrumentals

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Richard Hunter wrote:
> I've released two CDs consisting of nothing but instrumentals. (Well,
> there was one vocal track on the second CD.) Not only that, both CDs
> consisted of nothing but compositions and arrangements for harmonica,
> solo. (Well, there were two tracks with guitar on the second CD.) So if
> harmonica instrumentals are dull, those CDs must be black holes.
<snip>
> So what's wrong with instrumentals?

It's a shame that only Richard has mentioned Richard's fine CD's because he's 
guaranteed to understate the impact of his own music!  Richard's music 
transcends genre bounds and in my opinion transcends the traditional 
limitations of the instrument through the use of interesting tunings and 
impeccable technique, such as his unbelievable counterpoint.  This is, quite 
simply, some of the best harmonica music ever recorded, and if you haven't 
listened to it you are fooling yourself about what the harmonica is capable 
of.  This is "must hear" music, and we're extremely fortunate to have such a 
generous member of the harmonica community making contributions right here 
nearly every day.

Check him out!

- -tim