[Harp-L] Re: Blue Bayou

[Tom Ball <havaball@xxxxxxx>]

Hi Barry,

The whole song lays out nicely in first position, although strong 
bends will necessary from time to time, esp on holes 2 and 3. The 
solo section lays out well for it, too.

It can also be done in second, although this too requires good 
bending skills, and occasionally when playing the melody you'll have 
to leap up or down an octave to find certain notes... More awkward, 
IMHO.

Personally I'd play it in first...

cheers and good luck,
Tom Ball



Hi List,

Has anyone played harp to this wonderful Roy Orbison song (covered so
beautifully by Linda Ronstadt)?

If so, any hints for playing it on diatonic?  Can it be done in 1st, 2nd, or
3rd position ('cause that's all I know!)?

I've been asked to play the soft melody 'under' the vocals - need to also
figure out a solo.

Thanks & happy red white & bluz holiday to all!

Barry C.
Boston