The Seven Modes: Ionian, Dorian, Phrygian, Lydian, Mixolydian, Aeolian, & Locrian (Ex22-28) 4 When the Saints Go Marching In (Ex 29)
Sakura (Ex 210)
Section 3 - Agility Exercises
Major Scale (Ex 31)
C Major Scale to G (Ex 32)
G Mixolydian Scale (Ex 33)
D Dorian Scale (Ex 34)
C Major Four Pattern (Ex 35)
G Mixolydian Triplet Pattern (Ex 36)
G Mixolydian One Step Back (Ex 37)
G Mixolydian Swing Up (Ex 38)
Double Tonguing Exercises (Ex 39-310)
Section 4 - Bending Exercises
C Chromatic Scale (Ex 4 1)
1st through 6th Hole (Ex 42-411)
8th through 10th Hole (Ex 412-417)
Section 5 - Full Modes& Scales
Circle of Fifths
Major Scale (Ionian)
Dorian Scale
Phrygian Scale
Lydian Scale
Mixolydian Scale
Natural & Harmonic Minor Scale
Major Pentatonic Scale
Minor Pentatonic Scale
Blues Scale
Whole-Tone & Chromatic Scale
Section 6 - Agility Exercises with Bends
G Combination Blues Scale (Ex 61)
C Combination Blues Scale (Ex 62)
D Combination Blues Scale (Ex 63)
C Chromatic Four Pattern (Ex 64)
G Chromatic Triplet Pattern (Ex 65)
Lick Based Bending Exercises (Ex 66-69)
Learn the most common scales and modes used on the major diatonic harmonica. The intention behind these extensive exercises is to develop agility and speed on the instrument. Single-note patterns are introduced without bends. After mastering these exercises the lesson then progresses to patterns with bends. If you want to optimize your performance on the harmonica, this is a must-have addition to your library! Written in standard notation with harmonica tablature.
Contents
A Word from the Author
Section 1 - Notation
Harmonica Notation & Bend Chart
Section 2 - Diatonic Modes
Construction of the Major Scale (Ex 21)
The Seven Modes: Ionian, Dorian, Phrygian, Lydian, Mixolydian, Aeolian, & Locrian (Ex22-28) 4 When the Saints Go Marching In (Ex 29)