LOA 3 - 3 draw bend depth
Sat, 10/07/2017 - 16:32
Hey David,
I've started working on bending study 2. The study song calls for a 3''. I seem to recall you mentioning in the video to go as low as possible. I notice that when I go for 'full depth', I'm consistently bending all the way down to 3'''. At this level, should I spend effort getting precisely to the 3'' or should I accept 3''' until I reach a higher LOA where bending work focuses more on precision and control?
Thanks!
-Alex
Hello Alex. You don't want that 3''', it's a very unmusical sounding note in 2nd Position, so work to stop at the 3" depth. If you're hitting 3''' it means that you're using too far back with your tongue... focus on using more of the middle of your tongue, further up to the roof of the mouth. This is a challenge, but a common challenge for harmonica players, so you're not alone... give it time.