News Archives - Roly Platt: Harmonica Tab software, Books, Workshops, Lessons

An Hour of “Practice” Dissected

Knowledge and ability are two different things. Knowing is not doing. The trying, failing, testing and experimenting is where the improvement actually lives — and...

Is this Cheating? Pat Ramsey tries to stump Tab-Grabber

Cheating? Yes. And you’re welcome. I figured this would be too extreme for the Tag-Grabber program to handle — given Pat’s playing speed on this...

Tab-Grabber: Lifting solos off records — without the turntable

One tool led to another. Fab Tabs solved half my problem: it wrote down what I played. But most of the licks I actually wanted...

Harmonica Tabbing Software: I Needed This

I didn’t set out to be a software designer. But I kept hitting the same problem: I needed tabs written out — intros, horn lines,...

Roly’s Harmonica Gear

This is probably the question I get asked more than any other: How do you get that sound? What mic and amp are you using?...

Getting Great Tone On Harmonica

Good tone is built, not bought. A lot of players chase tone through gear, but the biggest part of it starts with how you play....

Will Wilde – Harp Wah

Will Wilde with his Harp Wah – soloing on “Lose Control” Check out more on Will Here https://www.harmonicamute.com/wp-content/uploads/Will-Wilde-Harp-Wah.mp4

Gift Ideas for Harmonica Players – Canadian Made & Played

Canadian‑Made Gift Ideas for Harmonica Lovers 🎁 Looking for a truly unique gift for the harmonica player in your life? All of these products are...

Somewhere Over the Rainbow

I chose to play through an amp for an edgier vibe on this classic. This is a cut form my album: Inside Out Song in...

Harmonica Lesson: Playing Boogie Woogie

Here’s a new lesson on playing in a Boogie Woogie groove. (One of my favourite feels to jam to.) Topics Covered • The Essence of...

Interview: Roly Platt — Saturday Night Blues on CBC

Holger Petersen interviews Roly Platt on his show Saturday Night Blues on CBC. Listen Here:

The Importance of Jamming

“Practice” Here’s an excerpt from my book “No, Seriously, I Play Harmonica” on JAMMING AND FEEL I often talk about the importance of playing and...

Interview With Harmonica Instructor Jonah Fox

I had a great time chatting with Jonah about my approaches to harp playing and we covered many of the topics in my book as...

What to Buy a Harmonica Player? Essential Gifts for Harmonica Enthusiasts.

Made in Canada by a Canadian Two Essential Gifts for the Harmonica Player: “No, Seriously, I Play Harmonica” (Roly Platt’s new book) and the “Harp...

New Book Release: “No, Seriously, I Play Harmonica” – A Must-Read for Musicians and Harmonica Enthusiasts!

New Book Release: “No, Seriously, I Play Harmonica” Ready to dive into the world of harmonica through the decades-long career of a Canadian legend? “No,...

Wireless System – Review

NUX B-5RC Wireless System Now, after a many more shows since making this video, I’m loving this even more. Simple, pop into the hard-shell charging...

Swingin’ — it’s the best!

Using a Seydel 1847 Classic Playing swing music is a blast because of its infectious rhythms and unique phrasing possibilities. There’s a great joy...

Book Reviews: No, Seriously, I Play Harmonica

Reviews on Roly’s new harmonica book: Hilarious stories… Roly shares the challenges and joys of discovery in music practice and performing with this portable...

Nice relaxing vibe here

In my new book, I discuss in depth the idea of experimenting with phrasing. Tips on getting started and moving forward in this extremely important...

Route 66 — Harmonica: Roly Platt

Turned 66 in July. So what better song to jam to. Order Roly’s Book: “No, Seriously, I Play Harmonica”

Attracting Fish With a Harmonica!

Relaxing, and chatting about my new book: No, Seriously, I Play Harmonica

New Book for Harmonica Players

“No, Seriously, I Play Harmonica” The brand new book by Roly Platt Roly’s book is much like a lively conversation; it is humorous, entertaining, and...