Posted by Lowell (142.194.39.190) on September 06, 2000 at 00:47:46:
In Reply to: Re: Is this bending, or is my harmonica broken? posted by Ron on August 22, 2000 at 06:34:58:
: I've been at it for five months now and just learned to hit all of the draw bends on the harp. This is not to say that I nail 'em dead on when needed. I can just play them when I try. Anyway, it sounds like your on your way. I found that it took some time to develop the muscles, and the control over those muscles, that are required for bending and playing in general. In fact, I still have a long, long way to go. I also find that if I practice too long I can't do squat becuase those tiny muscles get exhausted. It's like going to the gym - enough work is enough work - anything more is doing no good.
: Also, regarding your "cheap" harp - you should be able to get a darn good harp for about US $20. As a beginner myself, I have tried wood and plastic comb harps. I have found the plastic comb harps MUCH easier to play, especially bends. Lee Oskars and Hohner Special 20s would work great.
i must agree. Don't waste any valuable practice time on a second rate harmonica, just for the sake of saving 15 bucks. Trust me, i got frustrated on a cheap harp years ago, thought it just wasn't for me, then i bought a lee oskar, and wow, it's much easier!