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rabetts80
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Dec-13-04, 05:58 PM (PDT)
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"That darn 2nd & 9th draw"
 
   So I can get a good sound out of 2 & 9 D, but only after sucking for a little while. It's not an imediate sound, so if I try to play something when I get to those wholes I have to wait a count before I hear them. Also when I tongue those notes the same thing happens, so I miss a tone of beats and get frustrated.

I've found I can get a more immediate sound if I breath through my nose and harp at the same time. Is that cycle breathing?
More importantly how can I get the sound immediately?
I practice my breathing every session and I hit all other notes very well, and even 2&9 but after like 3 seconds.

Does it have to do with the shape or tension of my jaw behind the harp? I can bend notes in a controlled fashion, so I am conciouse of what my mouth is doing and can change it?

Any input would be appreciated.
Thanks
rabetts


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shaggy
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Dec-16-04, 07:12 PM (PDT)
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1. "RE: That darn 2nd & 9th draw"
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You hit the nail right on the head. It has everything to do with the shape and/or tension of your mouth and throat. You're too tense, and need to relax. Open your mouth wide, relax your tongue, relax your lips, relax your throat. Just breathe naturally, and not too hard, through the harp.

Shaggy


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rabetts80
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Dec-20-04, 06:19 PM (PDT)
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2. "RE: That darn 2nd & 9th draw"
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   I knew it, but it's hard to relax. I guess when I learn to relax I'll enjoy practicing/playing more, and my mouth fatigue will go down.
I just need to chill and not be in such a rush.
Thanks Shaggy
If I have any more questions I'll shoot them your way. I've read many of your posts and you seem to know what you are doing.
Thanks again


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shaggy
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Dec-20-04, 11:39 PM (PDT)
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3. "RE: That darn 2nd & 9th draw"
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I learned most of what I know about harps right here.

Shaggy


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