Re: [Harp-L] Scales reference for solo tuned chromatic

[Music Cal <macaroni9999@xxxxxxxxx>]

Hello Lasse

I would not make the assumption that the "groundwork" should be learning
scales. Many top notch players will recommend that you work on arpeggios
before scales. Others will tell you that the groundwork should be
developing your ear and your mind's-ear-to-harp connection.

There has been discussion about these sorts of things on Wim's blog and
discussion area: http://jazzharmonica.org

MusiCal



On Thu, Aug 30, 2012 at 7:00 AM, Lasse Høi <hoeilasse@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:

> Hello chromatic players!
>
> I've been playing diatonic for many years but have recently acquired a
> chromatic 12-hole in C. I plan to do jazz and classic in every possible key
> at some point.
>
> I want to do the groundwork properly first though. Having experience from
> the diatonic it's easy for me to do both pucker and tongue-block, but what
> I need to get moving is how to play the scales. Now I understand that there
> are several enharmonic tones on this instrument and thus more than one way
> to play a certain scale - what I would really like is some good fixed
> "fingerings" to start out with.
>
> Also, some good rules of thumb for playing pieces with least effort. E.g.
> if you have a choice between changing air flow or pushing the button which
> one would require less effort? (I would instinctively avoid the button
> whenever I could because I am still mostly a diatonic player, but I am not
> sure if this is better in the long run)
>
> Can anyone offer advice or recommend some books?
>