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How to Use The Harp Wah

Important Information
on the Harp Wah & “Wah Claw” Handle

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Trumpet Mute effects harmonica

How to Get Muted Trumpet Sounds on Harmonica

Use this simple technique combined with the all-aluminum Harp Wah, and get pretty cool “muted trumpet” effects. More Tips Here: https://www.harmonicamute.com/using-harp-wah/

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ROLY PLATT – Interview With Harmonica Instructor Jonah Fox

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 […]

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Made and played in Canada eh

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