About this Event
In Kyle’s Diatonic Blues Harmonica Workshop we will cover the following:
Why Play Harmonica?
A brief history of the harmonica and some notable past players
Tonic notes (what key you are playing in)
Harmonica key differences
Playing rhythms
Understanding folk harmonica and “blues harp” differences (positions)
Easy beginner songs
Hitting single notes, and exercises to improve
Bending notes
Slurs, trills and warbles
Riffs
Throat and hand vibrato
Licks and how to combine them into solos
Playing with a harmonica rack
Showmanship
Backing your fellow musicians on harmonica, a brief guide
Recording any or all of the workshop on your phone is encouraged. At important points, recording any specific exercise will be helpful for later practicing.
Most important is having fun while you learn, and while playing with other musicians. See you at Artichoke!
Kyle Keilman has been teaching harmonica for over 50 years. He joined the Artichoke Teachers faculty in 2024 and has also performed onstage solo and with others at The Artichoke listening room venue.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Artichoke Community Music, 2007 Southeast Powell Boulevard, Portland, United States
USD 28.60
