Re: [Harp-L] Questions for chromatic players

[mundharp@xxxxxxx]

In a message dated 17/01/2010 00:25:54 Malay Peninsula Standard Time,  m
tnbluz@xxxxxxxxxxxxx writes:

<<  Are scales the best way to practice other keys >>
Yes I think so!
 
Work on scales in one particular key, until you can play those scales  
without conscious thought. Then jam along with a recording in that particular  
key... ANY recording!
 
Don't try to learn all the keys at once, take them one at a time.
 
If you want to work "from the dots", get a flute music excercises book.  A 
regular "C" chromatic covers the same "range" as a flute.
 
Within a month you will be able to play in all keys, if you set your  mind 
to it, and practice every day.
 
Kind regards!
 
John Walden
Cebu City
Philippines