[Harp-L] bluegrass at SPAH

[JWilliam Thompson <landcommentary@xxxxxxxxx>]

Here is my personal view to a couple of the "harp in bluegrass"
questions, based purely on experience.

1. Volume--Harmonica being heard in bluegrass jams? not a problem. My
personal experience is that harmonica  can be heard over all  the
other instruments when you are soloing. Of course, a good embouchure
and breathing are important.

2. Positions? 1st and 2nd positions will cover 98% of all BG tunes. I
find the Paddy Richter tuning really helpful but not essential. 3rd
pos. is needed for a few modal tunes like Shady Grove. Don't be
distracted by esoteric stuff like exotic positions. Get the basics
right and you'll  be fine.

see you at SPAH

Bill in DC