Re: [Harp-L] harmonizing (what would Duane and Dickey do?)

["James Sterett" <jsterett@xxxxxxxxx>]

Thanks to all for the wealth of information and pearls of wisdom, you've given me a good idea in which direction to begin.
 
To answer your question Zack, the tune I have in mind is an original by the mandolin player called "Waltz in D", that says it all. It's a repetitive AB tune.  Currently, I play the last AB in unison with the mando (both of us on the root), but it would sound sweeter with a harmony.  We often do fiddle tunes, licks and heads in unison and throwing harmonies in some spots would add a new flavor.
Jim.

>>> Zack <zack.pomerleau@xxxxxxxxx> 11/5/2010 1:01 PM >>>
It'd probably work well, but curious, who is playing root notes and who is playing those intervals? You could also just use the same harp you'd use otherwise you'd just need to find the notes. This might make it easier to solo depending on the note layout/position. Any idea was certain songs you'd do?


Sincerely,
Zack.

On Fri, Nov 5, 2010 at 12:30 PM, James Sterett <jsterett@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:


Thanks, Zack. I was just wondering if I'm trying to harmonize on the third or the fifth, would playing the harp in the key of that 3rd or 5th work.

>>> Zack <zack.pomerleau@xxxxxxxxx> 11/5/2010 11:50 AM >>>
Just find the harp that makes it easiest to do. I've heard people do major thirds, majors fifths, etc.






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