[Harp-L] re: half-valving, big band tuning & Liz Reed

[<4coogans@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

I agree with Brendan all the way.
I use 1/2 valved CX-12's tuned:
Blow:   A  C  E  G
Draw:  B   D  F#  A
I call it a dorian tuning, but it's the same as Magic Dick's  major sixth tuning (Big-band), starting on the sixth.
Works for me, has become my main axe.
BTW, Liz Reed lays great on this tuning, including huge chords on the vamp.
Just $.02  from a week-end warrior in Gator country.
- Ed Coogan
Gainesville Fl.