After more than a year of painstaking work, Vol.2 of the revolutionary “Rhythms of the Breath” series is now available worldwide.
For those not familiar with the concept, I have applied Right and Left hand drumming patterns to Blow and Draw harmonica breathing patterns, creating the first harmonica books that systematically organize single-note Rhythmic Breathing Rudiments. These books not only bring my own playing up to a new level but also revolutionize the way harmonica players approach the instrument. In this follow up book, I delve deeper, exploring more Rhythmic Breathing Rudiments- fascinating, captivating and cool-sounding, full of mind-bending challenges yet fun at the same time. Any harmonica player will benefit hugely from them.
Rhythms of the Breath Vol.1 made a big impact on the harmonica community through its innovative exercises and its exciting new approach to the instrument. This seminal work has catalyzed a paradigm shift in practicing and playing the harp.
In my follow-up book, Rhythms of the Breath Vol.2, I delve deeper, exploring more Rhythmic Breathing Rudiments- fascinating, captivating and cool-sounding, full of mind-bending challenges yet fun at the same time. I take you step-by-step through a comprehensive collection of over 140 exercises and tunes, with lots of helpful (sometimes humorous) advice and detailed explanations, as well as several added features that make everything more complete and accessible:
- 140+ exercises and tunes meticulously crafted to enhance your skills.
- Free downloads of 140+ MIDI tracks for all exercises and tunes using a piano sound, that allows you to listen and/or play along clearly; 40+ exercises and tunes played by Howard on harmonica.
- 3 levels of exercises catering to all skill levels: Basic, Intermediate (with bends), and Advanced (with bends, overblows/overdraws).
- Enhanced harmonica tabs and musical notation.
- Exercises are written for diatonic harmonica in C (may be played on other key harmonicas as well).
For those ready to expand their horizons, intermediate and advanced level exercises await, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible on the harmonica. Even if you’re new to bending or overblowing, my engaging exercises will inspire you to learn and grow. Join me on this transformative journey, filled with “lightbulb moments” that will lift your playing to new levels. Whether you’re a blues enthusiast, a rocker, or a jazz aficionado, this book is a ticket to harmonica excellence.