GermanHarpist
1811 posts
Nov 05, 2010
2:01 PM
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Hmmm,.. many people are on this forum to learn... and just as many people are on this forum to share.
So instead of typing long questions and responses, why not do it directly, 1 on 1, via skype?
(We tried a forum chat with skype, but it can't really handle more than 6-7 people at once..)
Check out my channel (in my profile), if you think that I could teach you something and you wish to have a chat about technique, customizing, harp resources on the internet, forum politics... or whatever, let's talk!
This is of course free of charge.
My skype handle is georginbraunschweig and I'd have time tomorrow (saturday) evening/night, eastern time.
EDIT: ok, I messed up. It's not saturday evening (cos that would be in the middle of the night for me, but from morning 10am to late afternoon 4pm eastern. For an hour or two..
I should mention as a disclaimer, that I haven't had a regular teacher yet. All I learned was from Youtube, reading the internets, and following this forum for quite a while. Btw. I'm quite proficient in music theory. So if that's what you're interested in...
Maybe I'm the only one that feels that this is a good idea,... but if there's anybody else that wants to offer some of their time to tutor/teach/talk harp, just write your skype handle and what time would be best for you beneath.
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Stickman
523 posts
Nov 05, 2010
2:11 PM
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This is a great idea GH. maybe there is a way we could post what we are looking to learn and those that are qualified or have masted that area could make arrangements. Maybe on its own page like the for sale page.
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GermanHarpist
1813 posts
Nov 05, 2010
2:16 PM
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True, people that want to learn certain stuff, could state it... and of course people that want to teach should also list what they feel comfortable in and maybe link to some of their playing.
Hmmm... yes. I don't really know how to organize all this specifically (I just kinda threw it out there with hopes that it'll work out :)... a dedicated thread definitely sounds like a sensible idea. Maybe we could start on this thread and see how we organize this in the future depending on how it all works out.
Btw. I want to learn to 'woop' like Sonny Terry... so if there's anybody out there that has mastered this technique... or at least knows how to explain it ...? :)
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HarmonicaMick
235 posts
Nov 05, 2010
2:41 PM
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Yeah, this is a great idea. The other day I was thinking about posting a thread with the title 'Wanted: guinea pig students' or something along those lines. I've been thinking about doing a bit of teaching myself, and was thinking that doing it free of charge would be a good way to get experience. I used to teach piano, and have a great deal of confidence when it comes to observing a student and explaining things to them. I also have a degree in music, and have taught in a classroom environment.
Before I put my name on a list, I'll have to check out whether using Skype in that way will rinse out all my broadband credit. I'm on prepay, and £15 per month for 3 gigabytes gives me plenty, but I don't know whether Skype will chew through that in no time or whether it's independent of my broadband allowance. I'll look into that and/or keep an eye on this thread.
Once again, great idea, GH.
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Buddha
2658 posts
Nov 05, 2010
2:51 PM
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I give the best 1:1 sessions. If you're not satisfied all you have to do is gimmie your address and I will personally deliver a full refund to you as long as you can snatch away the check before the dog bites you. GRRRR.
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Xpun3414
45 posts
Nov 05, 2010
3:09 PM
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ya konw..I was thinkin' maybe a chat room here could help that along too ...I know I'd be in it a lot ;)
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nacoran
3164 posts
Nov 05, 2010
3:27 PM
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Buddha, that's easy... I'll just throw some Oscar's Bacon at them. I'm sure your dogs can ignore regular bacon, but Oscar's bacon? Not a chance.
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ZackPomerleau
1256 posts
Nov 05, 2010
5:11 PM
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Are you trying to like make a service where we teach each other stuff? Give and take, etc? If so, that'd be totally cool! My Skype handle is my username. If anything I can help with reading music, rhythm, etc.
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RyanMortos
878 posts
Nov 05, 2010
7:17 PM
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Hmmm, Ive been learning from multiple sources (diff. teachers, books, the net, etc) over 2 years time & wouldnt suggest I could help anyone with tips unless they were brand new to the harmonica. (And not the which harp stuff cause that drives me nuts!) But Im definitely interested in learning from or jamming with others online. My skype is my username but I dont have it up unless I plan something.
Mr Buddha you know Im interested :P .
I think this is a good idea GH, I know Im a member to receive aid in learning even if it is tiny bits here & there as they pop up, lol.
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BAG
26 posts
Nov 05, 2010
8:02 PM
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Hmmm... Just discovered Skype cuz one son graduated from college and moved across the country and a daughter moved off to college with a computer that had Skype come with it. I think Ricci said something like ya gotta have organic teachers too, can't just learn off the internet. Agree with that, but scheduling and driving to lessons and stuff gets tough sometimes. Skype might be a happy medium between live and memorex. I'll stay tuned.
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MichaelAndrewLo
478 posts
Nov 05, 2010
11:59 PM
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I already got 2 in person students in Minot ND after playing with a blues band here. That is crazy for me. Anyway, I'd be willing to "tutor" free of charge. I know for certain I learn just as much teaching as playing. I'd also like to take a session if anybody wants to trade what they know. Send me an email if you are interested and I'll let you know my skype handle.
Andrewbfa0 (at) hotmail (dot) com
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GermanHarpist
1817 posts
Nov 06, 2010
2:06 AM
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I'm happy that others like the idea too...
Thanks for everyone that offered to help out.
MAL it was actually not as much thought as 'teaching', but as 'showing the ropes'. There's soo much info out there,... the tutors can help to direct to the right sites, and probably knows the right answer to exactly what they were looking for... of course if they want a technique explained you can show them that too. But it's really to make it easier for them to start off in the online harmonica world. Show them what's going on, how to post on the forum, whatever... and the insider information of the harmonica which they may be interested in. And if they ask some stuff that you are not to familiar with, you'll know who he should go too...
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Xpun3414
49 posts
Nov 06, 2010
8:11 AM
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I live in a town that has No ONE to teach the harp in person. And I'd really like a few in person lessons...thing is..Im out of work right now & have no money & any I do earn,well,goes towards my children. I think this is a great idea you've come up with. I sooo want to buy Adam's lessons & am trying to save up to buy a few here & there. But again.. I feel a few in person lessons would work wonders. Perhaps I should post a video of my playing to show my level of playing,Idk. I am a pure beginner,have only been playing for about 3 months now. I use a MB 1896/20 in key of A.
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GermanHarpist
1824 posts
Nov 06, 2010
10:26 AM
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You want to do a lesson now? I have an hour time..
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GermanHarpist
1825 posts
Nov 06, 2010
11:24 AM
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pica-pica, you feel like a mini lesson right now?
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Xpun3414
51 posts
Nov 06, 2010
12:12 PM
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@ GermaHarpist - I'd love to do a lesson...but Im in & out today,helping my brother move & stuff. If you could let me know of a few time your able to teach tonight or tomorrow,I'd love to get together. And will we be on skype? My skype handle is the same as on here. Oh,and ..thank you. And anyone else willing to teach, not just me but willing to teach anyone else..
What a great community we have here. Adam..I thank you sooo much for starting this forum & inviting me to join when I emailed you about my GLH troubles.Its been the best thing to happen to me since Ive started playing,save for your YouTube videos. LONG LIVE MBH!
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GermanHarpist
1830 posts
Nov 06, 2010
5:00 PM
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Yup, skype. If you want we could meet up tomorrow at 4pm or so.
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Xpun3414
57 posts
Nov 06, 2010
6:21 PM
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Sounds great I'll add Skype to my laptop & see you then. (this is awesome,finely a face to face lesson)
BTW love the music your playin on that video of you on your profile
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GermanHarpist
1833 posts
Nov 07, 2010
1:52 AM
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My skype handle is 'georginbraunschweig'. Can you send me a mail to germanharpist@googlemail.com, so that I can message you if something should be off.
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Xpun3414
63 posts
Nov 07, 2010
10:46 AM
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Ok,done..sent you an email & added you to skype. See you around 4. Thank you much
Jimmy
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Xpun3414
64 posts
Nov 07, 2010
2:15 PM
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Well,what can I say..that first lesson was great.Thank you sooo much for your time & your knowledge that you have givin me. I now really understand about bending notes & a little more on harp theory. It was a pleasure to meet and learn from you GermanHarpist.Thank you.
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GermanHarpist
1839 posts
Nov 07, 2010
2:24 PM
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The pleasure was all mine! :)
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ridge
110 posts
Nov 08, 2010
12:27 PM
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I remembered reading this thread last week. I did enjoy the mass get togethers on Skype from a few months ago.
I'm also available to chat on Skype about harmonica - handle is dan.ridgeway - Add me and hopefully I can shed some light on a few things for anyone interested... or maybe you can teach me.
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nacoran
3192 posts
Nov 08, 2010
1:27 PM
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Ridge, the trick to pulling those off is getting a time when people can get together, and having a host with good bandwidth and a fast computer. (I had OK bandwidth and a slow computer. I fixed the computer part.) The time zones make things crazy. I'd be up for giving it another try, but Saturday and Sunday evenings are bad for me.
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harpdude61
460 posts
Nov 08, 2010
1:27 PM
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Ridge knows his stuff, I spent some time with him at Hill Country.....still blows my mind how cleanly you played the blues scale with 3 draw bent 1/2 step as your root note..I think that is 11th position.
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oda
361 posts
Nov 08, 2010
7:52 PM
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@HarmonicaMick:
Using skype will not be independant of your broadband allowance. It does not take up a lot, however. Even if you are using video/voice and chatting with dozens of people a day for hours... I'll just throw the number 500MB to be safe. Do you have at least that much bandwith left at the end of the month? if so, you won't have a problem.
word to yo motha'
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juslrnn
1 post
Nov 09, 2010
3:56 PM
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I am new to this forum, and new to the harp. This is my first post. I have watched many youtube lessons and have a few Gindick books. I would appreciate some direction on which to focus. Thank you. Jeff
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eharp
905 posts
Nov 09, 2010
7:12 PM
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welcome, juslmn-
you might find it more beneficial to ask more direct questions.
and, also, give us an idea of what you can do and where you wanna go.
but speaking in generalities;
1) practice clean single notes
2) work on simple tunes: taps, o' suzanna, three blind mice
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