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Course Overview

This class provides hands-on instruction from an experienced professional musician on the basics of how to play the Harmonica. Beginning with how to hold the instrument and basic method and technique to get a full, rich sound, the class quickly progresses to learning to play simple songs and advances in the final sessions to “cross-harp” technique used for blues, rock, folk and country styles.

This class requires a harmonica in the key of "C," Hohner Corp or other similar brand.

What You'll Learn

  • Create beautiful sounds!
  • Learn to focus the airstream to play single-note melodies as well as chords and harmonies
  • Learn Proper breathing, relaxation, and learning to “color” notes using sinus cavities and vowel sounds 
  • Learn exercises and simple folk songs and become familiar with the basic “geography” of where notes lay in the instrument.

Who Should Attend

Have you wanted to learn to play a musical instrument? Have an affinity for the harmonica or just want to learn how to play one? This class is for you!
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Type
In-Person Class
Days
Th
Time
6:30PM to 8:30PM
Dates
Feb 08, 2024 to Mar 14, 2024
Type
In-Person Class
Days
Th
Time
6:30PM to 7:30PM
Dates
Mar 21, 2024
Schedule
Contact Hours
13.0
Delivery Options
Course Fee(s)
fee non-credit $129.00
Drop Request Deadline
Feb 05, 2024
Transfer Request Deadline
Feb 05, 2024
Instructors

UNM Tuition Remission

UNM Staff, Faculty, and Retirees: This class is eligible for UNM Tuition Remission under Personal Enrichment.

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