Re: [Harp-L] Beginning overblows

[Pierre <plavio@xxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Yes, start with blow bends, once you master those try overblows. I think 
more than anything else, overblows require proper gapping though, if the gap 
is too wide you will never get the blow reed to choke. Its a good idea to 
use your finger to choke the blow read the first time.

Last thing, its easier comming from a draw node as in 6d, 6ob.

Hard stuff is not so much to overblow, but to overblow well from any 
context. Ex: 6b 6od or 5b 6ob. Easy for Howard though.

Funny I've never seen anyone on this list ask how to overdraw? I guess most 
people give up after overblows,

Pierre.





----- Original Message ----- 
From: "James" <wasabileo@xxxxxxxxxx>
To: <harp-l@xxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Tuesday, June 13, 2006 8:36 AM
Subject: [Harp-L] Beginning overblows


I have a question and I may be revealing my ignorance but regarding 
overblows; "Where do you begin" I spoke briefly to Carlos Del Junco at the 
free concert , and he said you need to master the high-note bends before you 
start. I intend to get Howard Levy's instruction manual/video but  how do 
you start?
I appreciate all comments and responces?
James Leo
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