The Split

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Sat, 08/15/2015 - 12:40

Intervaltraining

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Hi David,

In the 5th chorus, 3rd bar, there is a requirement for an octave split. Would I be correct in saying that this is achieved using a side flutter going between the 65 and 34.

Many Thanks,

Paul

Sat, 08/15/2015 - 12:53

marcgraci

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Hi, Paul: I hope it's okay if

Hi, Paul:

I hope it's okay if I jump in here to try and help. You're referring to the "octave shake", right?

For this, you keep your embouchure and tongue in octave/split positioning. Make sure your tongue is light on the harmonica. Move your head/harp in the usual way that you do a shake, so that you're are shaking between two different splits (the 3-6 split and the 2-5 split).

Watch the video if you need more help and listen closely to the recording until you can mimic the sound. There is no side tongue flutter in this song.

Sat, 08/15/2015 - 15:04

David Barrett