One of the neat tuning options out there for chromatic is what is called Bebop tuning. The idea is very simple and the transition from standard chromatic solo tuning to bebop is very easy. Bebop merely lowers your 4 and 8 blow notes down 1 whole step. This eliminates the dual/side-by-side notes at holes 4 & 5 and 8 & 9. Many players find these duplicated notes to be annoying. By lowering the holes 4 & 8 a whole step, the draw/blow pattern remains the same across the enti

Forums are these really interesting places online where people with similar interests can get together in a virtual setting and discuss their passions. You might be interested to know that a harmonica forum that is still in existence today was one of the original forums. It isn’t surprising that harmonica players like to compare notes, showcase their playing, and discuss harmonica related topics. The forums are out there on Facebook, web sites, and other platforms. Forums

The Seydel 1847 Classic BOLD is Seydel's low and super low tuned harmonica line. These are simply amazing harmonicas that play and sound incredible. All stainless steel reed harps, they are roughly the same size as an 1847 Classic/Silver except that the covers are extra wide. This eliminates the annoying reed strike that is so common on low tuned harmonicas, especially on the the bottom plate. The Seydel 1847 BOLD is half-valved and that makes those lower notes easier to p

This is the Frank Sinatra classic Fly Me To The Moon. I'm playing in the key of (C) and using a Country Tuned (LowF). For more information on Country Tuning, check out my posting on the subject HERE Want to try playing Fly Me To The Moon? I have created a backing track you can access HERE Want to purchase a Country Tuned Seydel? Contact me here

The Seydel Sampler is a unique harmonica that blends Seydel innovativeness with existing chromatic harmonica concepts to create a unique 2-in-1 harp. Available in the key of C/G, you essentially have a solo tuned C harp and a solo tuned G harp and change keys by using the slide. The applications for this are numerous, but for once you get great 3rd position work in 2 keys (Dm & Am). The other advantage is that you get a great instrument to play classic jazz and folk tunes u

This is the Johnny Cash classic. I'm using the MixChord Acapella App and a Blue Yeti microphone. It is in the key of (E) and the harmonica is a Seydel Session Steel PLUS in (A). You can purchase the Session Steel PLUS here

Here's a quick video on how to adjust a stuck blow reed on a Seydel chromatic. The chromatic reeds will occasionally start to settle into the slot and excess saliva will even further reduce the air space between the slot, plate, and reed. This will cause the reed to choke and it is probably most common on the blow reeds. This is not the only cause of a reed failure, but it is one cause and it is a somewhat simple fix. The key is to know that stainless steel reeds will have

Here's a backing track to the Johnny Cash classic Folsom. It is in the key of (E) and there is a lead played on 1st and 3rd verses. The 2nd and 4th are open for solos. Have some fun! Need a good (A) harp? check here Folsom Backing Track

This is a mix of Ghost Riders in the Sky and Wayfaring Stranger played in Am. I'm using a (G) harp that is tuned to Easy 3rd. For more information on Easy 3rd Tuning check out my blog on it here

Providing quality Seydel diatonic repairs at a fair price means I have to work quickly. Sorting, storing, and quickly locating reeds is one of the keys to get a reed replacement handled timely and getting the harmonica back on stage. These containers were built by Michelle LeFree. Michelle is a manufacturing professional that is not only skilled at design work, but also able to build from those designs. Michelle is also a harmonica player so she knows the needs of the prof