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1Jerry Fierro: Blue Drag by Django Reinhardt

Jerry Fierro: Blue Drag by Django Reinhardt

Aug 30, 2019

Harmonica, Django & Live Bait…? An early adopter of the Harp Wah, US great Jerry Fierro plays “Blue Drag” by Django Reinhardt with band “Live Bait”. Jerry plays with “Live Bait” every Monday at the Bay House in Naples FL – check it out.

2Session Harmonica Players – Online Recording

Session Harmonica Players – Online Recording

Jul 30, 2019

Online Harmonica Recording – Roly Platt I have been very fortunate to have enjoyed a long-running career, which straddles both the live and studio scene – coast to coast in Canada and beyond. I have toured and recorded with many greats, including: David Clayton-Thomas, Matt Minglewood, Susan Aglukark, Dutch Mason and Ronnie Hawkins, and has […]

3Harp Wah Tips: Playing on a mic – Angle it!

Harp Wah Tips: Playing on a mic – Angle it!

Nov 23, 2018

Here’s my approach when getting in really tight to a mic when using the Harp Wah. More Tips Here: https://www.harmonicamute.com/using-harp-wah/

4Harp Session: Minor Blues on Standard Tuned Harp

Harp Session: Minor Blues on Standard Tuned Harp

Nov 22, 2018

A recent session for Lee Palmer’s 5th studio album Horns & Harps, released to radio September 7, 2018 Playing a standard tuned (Richter) harp – Seydel 1847 THE ONE TAKE PLAYERS Iain McNally – Electric and acoustic guitars Sean O’Grady – Drums and percussion Alec Fraser Jr. – Electric bass Steve O’Connor – Grand Piano, […]

5Country Swing w/ the Harp Wah

Country Swing w/ the Harp Wah

Mar 13, 2018

Always loved country swing. Asleep At The Wheel, one of my favs. “Roly Poly” w/ the Harp Wah

6Grip Tape: “Get a Grip” Application Suggestion

Grip Tape: “Get a Grip” Application Suggestion

Mar 13, 2018

How I use the Grip tape that comes with the Harp Wah. Plus, another look at my grip suggestion for a better seal when cupping the Wah.

7Playing into a Mic.

Playing into a Mic.

Jan 7, 2018

Here’s some of my tips on playing the Harp Wah into a mic. – live or in the studio. Less is often more.

8

Review / Great Tips on Grip Options (by Bill Lifford)

Dec 30, 2017

Bill Lifford, aka HB MarkedDeck, offers a nice review on his new Harp Wah, but also offers some great tips he’s discovered on gripping/playing options. Check this out…. Bill’s You Tube Channel:

9More Gripping Options Explained

More Gripping Options Explained

Dec 29, 2017

Here’s another video on gripping the Harp Wah – some options to try.

10Grip Option (tilting)

Grip Option (tilting)

Oct 11, 2017

Here’s an alternative technique that I find useful for holding Harp Wah. Get better cupping techniques with a harmonica and the Harp Wah “cup mute”.

11Example: Funky Jam in E

Example: Funky Jam in E

Sep 2, 2017
12Instructions: Using the Harp Wah (With & Without the Handle)

Instructions: Using the Harp Wah (With & Without the Handle)

Jan 8, 2016

Tips & Basic Positioning of the Harp Wah. This video includes tips for both versions – with & without the “Wah Claw” handle

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Most Common Mistake – Harp Wah

February 22, 2021

Common mistake I see players doing when using the Harp Wah....

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New Orleans Funk: Congo Strut by Roly Platt

February 17, 2021

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The Harp Wah: by Roly Platt

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The most common mistake when using the Harp Wah

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Harp Wah: Most Common Mistake + Tips

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