Can you play guitar and harmonica at the same time?

Playing in “first position” means that you play a harmonica that is in the same key as the guitar, which is especially useful for melody playing. Blow on those holes as you play a C chord on the guitar and then draw as you change to a G chord.

What instrument goes well with harmonica?

In unison with the flute, harp harmonics blend particularly well. The harp and flute have always been an extremely popular combination, the harp as the accompaniment to the flute melody. The blend in unison with the clarinet is somewhat more acerbic than with the flute.

What key of harmonica should I get to play with guitar?

The guitar’s natural key is E; so buying a diatonic harmonica in the key of E major would be ideal. The other diatonic harmonicas you should aim to add to your collection is G major and C major.

What is the easiest song to play on harmonica?

10 Easy Harmonica Songs (with links to the Tabs)

• Mary Had a Little Lamb.
• When the Saints Go Marching in.
• Jingle Bells.
• Row Row Row Your Boat.
• Twinkle Twinkle Little Star.
• Stand By Me.
• Love Me Tender.
• Happy Birthday.

Do you need a harmonica for every key?

As always, you need a harmonica which matches the key of each blues song. However, most blues harmonica is played in second position, where the harmonica key is different to the key of the song. Details about second position blues harmonica are in the lessons at my Harmonica Academy site.

Is harmonica easy to learn?

Compared to other wind instruments, the harmonica is a relatively easy instrument to learn. However, to play properly, you also have to learn how to control your breath. Beginners often get easily tired when they first start learning the harmonica.

What key of harmonica does Bob Dylan use?

The Dylan Signature Series harmonica is tuned to the key of C.

Can you teach yourself harmonica?

Using software like Skype and Apple’s Facetime, you can find an online tutor that is willing to help you learn the harmonica. The Internet has also brought us another very useful digital format that has made learning how to play a musical instrument like the harmonica much easier.