Linda Ekstrom is a name that rings a bell. I may have encountered her in my LA days working at Sam Ash in Hollywood. Don't remember hearing her play. I can find no audio or video and few photos. You would think a "professional" would have a bigger digital footprint.
Last Edited by Rhartt1234 on Sep 10, 2022 7:57 PM
Yeah, I did a web search that yielded nothing that would verify her harp credentials. Thanks Ryan, maybe some other LA peeps can provide more clues. I played several gigs in LA where they wanted a harmonica player (so I didn’t play guitar), guess that makes me a “professional harmonica player” LOL
I listened to that video & not impressed at all and wouldn't consider that pro level playing. Just my opinion. I've been paid for gigs but I would never consider myself a Pro. My playing has never been and will never be on what I consider a professional level. Also I'm not near good enough to make a living at it. And I doubt She is or was. Wikipedia is not always correct !
Gnarly
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3069 posts
Sep 17, 2022
6:02 AM
Has anyone tried to duplicate her performance? What key harmonica?
The singer is certainly overwrought.
Last Edited by Gnarly on Sep 17, 2022 6:03 AM
Gnarly
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3070 posts
Sep 17, 2022
6:05 AM
Oh, and “professional” can be used to suggest different things.
Reminds me of the old joke, what is the difference between a professional harmonica player and a large pepperoni pizza?
Gnarly
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3071 posts
Sep 17, 2022
6:01 AM
A large pepperoni pizza feeds a family of four.
Last Edited by Gnarly on Sep 17, 2022 6:06 AM
