[Harp-L] Paddle Wheel Harmonica

["fsiyfr" <fsiyfr@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Some called them "corncobs."  (Think about how they're held as they're
played.)  

 

Back in the early 60s, I spent a lot of time in the subways, elevateds, and
busses of Chicago.  I saw this strange, middle-aged couple a number of times
on one of those commutes.  As soon as they'd get a seat, they'd get out
their corncobs and set to playing.  Adequately perhaps, but nothing that you
really wanted to hear.  If they're still alive and reading this list, my
apologies.  :-)  I'll never see a corncob without thinking of them.

 

Dan

 

 

Date: Sat, 10 Apr 2010 14:43:37 -0400

From: Mike Rogers <bullfrog9@xxxxxxx>

Subject: [Harp-L] Paddle Harmonica Question

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I'm hoping somebody has info. aout thjis.  a friend has a 6 harmonica
Paddle.  I've seen a Hohner 4-harmonica paddle at a museum, in Nova Scotia
years ago.  I think they're from the thirties.  This one is different with
6.  Any background on it would be appreciated.

 

Bullfrog