Re: [Harp-L] building a solo

["Gordon Graham" <ggraham@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Dave Barrett ( harmonicamasterclass.com )explains it very well in his
instructional material.  Get one of his books like exploring 2nd position.
The the 1st part of the book will give you a great structure for building
solos.

Gordon

----- Original Message ----- 
From: <tdbecker@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
To: <harp-l@xxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Thursday, February 24, 2005 8:10 PM
Subject: [Harp-L] building a solo


> I have been playing harmonica for about 5 years now.  I've had lessons,
bought
> and worked through the Portnoy Master Class set.  I play along with many
blues
> cds.  I've even been to a few open mic nights.  My question for the gang
is
> about the mechanics of building a solo.
>
> This next step has been a mystery to me for a long time now.  There must
be
> some science to putting the notes together so they match the song. How do
you
> prepare for your time in the spotlight?  I think this is the next plateau
I
> must conquer to move on in skill levels.
>
> Thanks
>
> TDBecker
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