Re: [Harp-L] Better draw blocking nose
- To: Jim <jimlong5@xxxxxxxxxxx>
- Subject: Re: [Harp-L] Better draw blocking nose
- From: Beth Kohnen <bbbkohnen@xxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Thu, 5 Nov 2009 07:59:50 -0800
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Hi Jim -
Great observation! When I first started playing I noticed the same thing
and spent the first year wearing swimmer's nose pinchers while I practiced
till I got used to only using my nose when it is time to breathe. It looks
hilarious but really helps. Just forget your dignity and play!!
Beth
On Thu, Nov 5, 2009 at 6:36 AM, Jim <jimlong5@xxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
> I am new on the harp and have made an interesting observation.
>
> I just got a new chromatic in G and the 4 draw (F#) sounded weak. For the
> fun of it I pinched my nose shut with one hand and drew the note and it
> sounded great! So what I had been doing was drawing thru my nose as well as
> thru the harp, weakening the air flow?
>
> So, how do I not draw thru my nose and channel all the air thru the harp on
> draw? I can't play my harps with my nose pinched closed.
>
> Any insight appreciated.
>
> Jim
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