[Harp-L] TB/LP ???

["John F. Potts" <hvyj@xxxxxxx>]

i've been following this discussion w/interest because it sort of  
validates something i have been thinking for a long time:  A really  
good TB player bends with as much power and can play with as much  
speed LP player,  and a LP player w/ good deep embouchure who can  
articulate notes from the diaphragm can play with tone just as good  
as a TB player.

BUT, TBing does allow the player to get the harmonica in the mouth  
past the teeth which unquestionably provides a fuller resonance  
chamber.  I've never agreed with those who claim that a player HAS to  
be a nearly full time TBer to have good tone or play well.  BUT,   
being able to get the harmonica deep enough in the mouth to be past  
the teeth can provide a significant advantage  for tone production,  
at least in the low and middle registers.

Just my opinion, FWIW.

	JP