World's Easiest Harmonica Lesson #1

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  • Опубліковано 18 гру 2024

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  • @llamalatte
    @llamalatte 9 років тому +374

    You are the most uplifting teacher. You could be motivational speaker, you confide in the abilities of student you can't even interact with. It's chill.

    • @savannahhelms1289
      @savannahhelms1289 6 років тому +2

      Rihanna

    • @alexblue6991
      @alexblue6991 5 років тому +4

      Hi you have inspired me to start trying at the age of 67 years old

    • @bustergonad3975
      @bustergonad3975 3 роки тому +1

      @@alexblue6991
      Hey...how are you going with the Harmonica. You said you were inspired to learn only 2 years ago...did you?

  • @logman5evr
    @logman5evr 4 роки тому +333

    I feel like a Fallout New Vegas NPC is teaching me the harmonica

  • @kelseyjoy7805
    @kelseyjoy7805 5 років тому +374

    You’re the Bob Ross of harmonica teachers.

    • @TrudleR
      @TrudleR 4 роки тому +6

      i see this comment under literally any harmonica youtuber. a good like farm i suppose.

    • @counselorchandru
      @counselorchandru 4 роки тому

      And that just struck me so true! Wholesomeness. Carl Rogers, Bob Ross and now Sylvester Stallone playing the harp :D

    • @faithsgotyou
      @faithsgotyou 4 роки тому +2

      you did make it easy n explained so well! im goin ta lesson number 2 now;)

    • @Chillin_duck
      @Chillin_duck 4 роки тому

      Huh

    • @smudgeboiiii
      @smudgeboiiii 3 роки тому +1

      More like the Mob Boss

  • @stevehill6994
    @stevehill6994 5 років тому +80

    First off, THANK YOU DAN! My Dear Ol' Dad had a harmonica in his pocket and played a 1953 martin 000-18 guitar. I never learned either of the two instruments. I lost my dad 12-05-19 to cancer. Here I sit with a 1953 martin guitar and a harmonica. I have never felt so compelled in my life to learn both. Been pluckin and have sore finger tips now and get discouraged. Got this harp in my pocket and was very happy to see a video of simple, basic instruction (YOURS). Maybe I can get a good grip on this lesson quicker than that martin. God Bless Ya Brother. Thanks again.

    • @reelMn
      @reelMn 4 роки тому

      Would you like to swap your guitar for a case of harmonicas?

    • @stevehill6994
      @stevehill6994 4 роки тому +3

      I may not be able to play that guitar too well but won't let it go.

    • @midgeburleigh5694
      @midgeburleigh5694 4 роки тому +3

      @@stevehill6994 hi, sorry to hear about your dad. I lost my dad to cancer some years back and he played the Euphonium! He was my best friend and when I think about him now it's always makes me smile. None of us (me or my two brothers) could hardly blow into it never mind get a noise from it!! Lol. I do play the guitar however, so.. The sore fingertips Will go away I promise! Stick with it.. Peace and respect from Ayrshire Scotland✌

    • @chrissevier6484
      @chrissevier6484 3 роки тому +1

      Sorry to hear about your dad, have you stuck with it and learned much? Just wondering how your journey is going. I want to start learning harmonica.

    • @stevehill6994
      @stevehill6994 3 роки тому +1

      @@chrissevier6484 Hi Chris. I haven't practiced for a couple months now but determined to take time for that again since I don't fish in the winter. LOL

  • @jblen
    @jblen 6 років тому +142

    It's funny to me how many older people there are in the comments, when pretty much everywhere on UA-cam is riddled with kids. It's nice to see people still trying to find a new talent later in their lives.

    • @paulamblerart
      @paulamblerart 5 років тому +4

      "...I`m 61 and never off UA-cam....maybe..." X=0D

    • @hartts9392
      @hartts9392 5 років тому

      Woah

    • @jammer4949
      @jammer4949 5 років тому +14

      That's because us older folks, as you put it, LOL!, don't usually say anything unless it's worth talking about or they actually have something to say.

    • @georgebethos7890
      @georgebethos7890 3 роки тому

      @@hartts9392 awwwwww aaaaq” the a a

  • @rjh1226
    @rjh1226 4 роки тому +19

    Playing Guitar, Ukulele and singing , all Music relieves stress. In todays World , stress is a big part of it.
    I used to play Harmonica, it’s time to breath again

  • @Mamaspeeder
    @Mamaspeeder 9 років тому +80

    With my grandfathers death my grandmother is moving out since she had wanted to do that well before his passing. We were clearing out his office and I found his harmonica, and remember he had given me one when I was younger (lost that of course cause I was a dumb kid) but we found his, a basic bluesband harmonica looks like yours. My grandmother let me keep it and I decided I'd try and learn it and your video has helped a lot so thanks!

    • @kennywhite4724
      @kennywhite4724 8 років тому +19

      I'm sorry about your grandfather

    • @sweets7714
      @sweets7714 5 років тому

      Mamaspeeder are you good

  • @yungsmorc6462
    @yungsmorc6462 3 роки тому +21

    Hi mate. This is THE most well put tutorial on anything I've ever done. You don't know who's watching this but you support us step by step anyway. Never quit being you mate thanks very much

  • @mathewrym4381
    @mathewrym4381 5 років тому +34

    2020 and I feel like I should personally meet him. Great teacher...blessed up

  • @laurenjeangreenbean6301
    @laurenjeangreenbean6301 5 років тому +19

    Omg! My daughter and I are playing my grandfather's harmonicas and I have never been so encouraged and excited, you are amazing!!!

  • @anzan748
    @anzan748 5 років тому +4

    greatest pep talk ever. this is the cutest person ive ever seen. im 14 and so happy that theyre people out there making content to help people do something in their lives rather than fame and money

  • @borninkaraj
    @borninkaraj 5 років тому +3

    More than the enjoyment of the music, the brotherhood of music is what most musicians enjoy. This man is a brother.

  • @jonathanferguson-pye694
    @jonathanferguson-pye694 4 роки тому +34

    My dad pass away nearly a year ago I have his harmonica which I want to learn some tune to play a nice tune for his unveiling (blessings of headstone)in 22 days....fingersx

  • @AKkachie
    @AKkachie Рік тому

    14 YEARS, but it was the RIGHT VIDEO. The algorithm worked to provide relevant content as NEEDED. Great video thanks!

  • @joec2174
    @joec2174 4 роки тому +4

    Been using the harmonica as therapy for severe copd. Played as a kid and picked it right up again. Your outlook and technique is outstanding, thank you very much 😎

  • @billarroo1
    @billarroo1 6 років тому +1

    When I was a truck driver, to keep awake all night as i drove, I got a harmonica, I started learning as I drove, now I can play fair but I'm still learning. My grand parents both played harmonica. Thanks for the VIDEO, William

  • @httydforever913
    @httydforever913 5 років тому +215

    I started playing the harmonica like 5-10 minutes ago and I can play most of silent night

    • @EvanSage
      @EvanSage 5 років тому +8

      Httyd Forever I see you are a man of culture , watching that animated tutorial series,

    • @poke8754
      @poke8754 5 років тому +8

      i just got a 4 dollar harmonica and i love it

    • @thugster420
      @thugster420 5 років тому

      Heyo

    • @slowgynman1234.
      @slowgynman1234. 4 роки тому

      Pokejerk360 RIP MAN !

    • @lanisko942
      @lanisko942 4 роки тому

      The technique on this video is not so good

  • @MrNickk099
    @MrNickk099 7 років тому +1

    Very encouraging. Playing inn my truck it's the best advice I've had for a beginner. Looking forward to watching more of your videos. Thanks, Nick from Toledo Ohio

  • @yusriyahbagheri8843
    @yusriyahbagheri8843 5 років тому +31

    Would love if you continued the series.

  • @jameswilson8134
    @jameswilson8134 5 років тому

    Well i'm 60 years old and you have just given me a new hobby. Plus i couldn't live without my music. Thank you so much.

  • @RB-gt8bf
    @RB-gt8bf 7 років тому

    my late granddaddy played harmonica. I have always wanted to learn. Today I was christmas shopping at TJ Maxx and saw these near the checkout counter. I could not resist. I bought and now you are teaching me. Your teaching style is great.

  • @johnpisarek5336
    @johnpisarek5336 3 роки тому +9

    I really wish you made more tutorials it helps me more than any of them you explain it so well! I’m waiting on a lesson 3!!

  • @ChefClary60
    @ChefClary60 5 років тому +4

    I used to teach harp many years ago. My friend Steve Cash (harp player for Ozark Mountain Daredevils) once told me the earliest advice he got was to “keep the harp in your pocket. In other words just play.
    Second thing to learn is to figure out how to play single notes. That’s the hardest thing for beginners. Great video. Thx.

  • @brobinson8614
    @brobinson8614 5 років тому +4

    Very good advice that “wow wow oh wow” bit. I’ve played 30 years and do this but never realised it was the same tongue shape as “wow oh wow”
    This man is a good teacher!!

  • @lukefeister4068
    @lukefeister4068 4 роки тому +1

    This guy is so awesome, never gotten better vibes from a UA-cam tutorial, most encouraging person ever, thank you for this video

  • @fun_ky372
    @fun_ky372 5 років тому +5

    hey :) im a fourteen year old girl who ordered a harmonica on a whim but after watching this video i feel really excited to actually learn to play! I never thought of playing a harmonica and have always wanted to be good at some sort of instrument but i could never master the piano or guitar, however i feel more excited to learn the harmonica than i ever did for the other two instruments. I am very excited to learn using these videos and you are a really cool man with a really cool harmonica! thank you :D

  • @b.ohugin610
    @b.ohugin610 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you. Just starting and have been pretty intimidated by learning how to play.

  • @tomwells1054
    @tomwells1054 9 років тому +7

    Thanks for your help! Just got my first harmonica today at age 54. This is already helping my stress. I hope to keep learning from you.

    • @SimaReads101
      @SimaReads101 6 років тому +1

      Tom Wells it's been two years since you wtote this comment I hope you are a better harmonica player and I hope you are okay and have a nice day sir 😊

  • @johnanthony6214
    @johnanthony6214 Рік тому

    My 5yr old grandson got one for christmas,loves it .
    I will watch your channel to hopefully and help keep his interest learn something
    new but keep it fun .Thanks

  • @churrao1
    @churrao1 5 років тому +4

    I just bought one this week and I had no idea how to do the wah-wah. Thank you very much brother. God bless you as well!

  • @invertedgrin6754
    @invertedgrin6754 8 років тому +2

    You sir have a soothing style of speaking. Thank you for your help!

  • @tinaamin7410
    @tinaamin7410 10 років тому +2

    I like your video for the things you have said about the harmonica. I started playing a kids first act harmonica a year ago and got a box set this Christmas. I have found so much joy from such a simple thing. I am looking forward to continuing this passion for the rest of my life! Thanks for the video!

  • @jasonlima9264
    @jasonlima9264 5 років тому +6

    Holy smokes. Your the man. I never used a harmonica before and after this lesson I started jamming out to a train lol . Absolutely amazing thank you

  • @harmonicahero1
    @harmonicahero1 4 роки тому +1

    What a wonderful positive attitude you have MrBluez, a terrific first lesson, roll on that train!

  • @flashtheoriginal
    @flashtheoriginal 6 місяців тому +1

    YOU are the man. Ive been bought an Easttop Blues nufter in G and am starting out. Inspired

  • @roh2015
    @roh2015 Рік тому +1

    Undertaker teaching Harmonica, great lesson Sir, thanks

  • @QueerPrideGirl
    @QueerPrideGirl 8 років тому +1

    We need more teachers like you in the world. There are no harmonica teachers where I live, so the Internet is my only way to go. You are the best teacher I've found! Please upload more.

  • @michaelfolchetti4624
    @michaelfolchetti4624 4 місяці тому

    Im 72 been playing guitar for 50 years now i wanna play harmonica.you got me started! Thanks

  • @asapmatt22
    @asapmatt22 4 роки тому +4

    you rock man I have this harmonica my uncle gave me when i was so young and im picking it up while in quarantine! thanks man! God bless

  • @pamelaenriquez5281
    @pamelaenriquez5281 5 років тому +2

    Aw man, thanks for this GREAT tutorial! I'm 59 and have no musical talent but have always wanted to learn harmonica. Tried several other youtube tutorials but this is the best one, hands down. I look forward to going through one lesson a night. I want to learn this not only because it's cool and I love Blues, but also because I need something to help me with stress and anxiety. Something healthy. Thanks MrBluez!

  • @johnmusich915
    @johnmusich915 6 місяців тому

    I just purchased my first harmonica and I’m excited to learn. I watched several of your videos and they seem to be short but informative verses some of these other videos are so long where you’re getting frustrated just watching. I hope to learn many ways of learning to play while keeping it fun and interesting.

  • @kehindeodeniyi3388
    @kehindeodeniyi3388 7 років тому +1

    With your teaching I can do more about playing my harmonica. Thanks

  • @sketchmarks5270
    @sketchmarks5270 9 років тому +21

    I love how with a harmonica, everyone's tone is different and unique to themselves.

  • @jameseyre8516
    @jameseyre8516 5 років тому +2

    From one teacher (of language) to another you did this amazingly mate. Time for episode two...

  • @JKTIGER.
    @JKTIGER. 5 років тому +1

    You are an excellent teacher, sir. You demonstrated how to play in a way that almost anyone can understand. I've watched alot of videos on how to make a start with playing this wonderful instrument and this is by far the best video. Thank you!

  • @bluesandmore2
    @bluesandmore2 12 років тому +1

    This is a very good blues harp lesson for beginners. One of the best.

  • @kaamgirl101
    @kaamgirl101 8 років тому +9

    this has been the best video on how to play the harmonica
    THANK YOU SO MUCH

  • @MAJIC5286
    @MAJIC5286 11 років тому +46

    I've watch 3 other guys teaching the Harmonica all very good but you seem to be the one that will work for me. Just order a Harmonica on Ebay should be here tomorrow can't wait to get started .

    • @anniec4740
      @anniec4740 7 років тому +4

      just read this hope you are still playing. I just started and what a great teacher.
      .

  • @MelMelMel
    @MelMelMel 5 років тому +1

    Before I start watching further, I appreciate your care and concern for the student. Makes it great already.

  • @d.od.3463
    @d.od.3463 7 років тому

    MrBluez57; As the last comment before me (a year ago) I must admit that as far as teaching one to play the harmonica, and being patient and 'instructive' along the way, you far surpass anyone else on UA-cam!
    Thanks for the encouragement...

  • @anacamusso7468
    @anacamusso7468 Рік тому +1

    We just now watch this incredible, awesome teacher and we can not find anything more. Could someone tell us how we can get some tutorials of this incredible musician and teacher? ?????thank you!

  • @jenbodhi1133
    @jenbodhi1133 2 роки тому +2

    I’ve had such a terrible year and this really made me feel good with my new harmonica- thank you

  • @randysmith5403
    @randysmith5403 6 років тому +1

    Great class - You are truly gifted as an educator! It's not everyone that can teach - you're the man!!!

  • @vinnyb2244
    @vinnyb2244 4 роки тому +2

    Great lesson and great personality

  • @chammikaiser7740
    @chammikaiser7740 5 років тому +1

    Thank you so much. I have just received one for my birthday. I have always wanted to learn and you are a great teacher.

  • @raysiekierski7656
    @raysiekierski7656 4 місяці тому

    Nice lesson. I like your love for the Harmonica. Thank You. Very helpful. I want to start Harmonica and don't even have one yet.

  • @Purehess
    @Purehess 7 років тому +1

    best video yet on making it look simple.

  • @GebreMenfesKidus
    @GebreMenfesKidus 10 років тому +2

    Excellent lesson! When I first began playing harmonica, it took me weeks to learn how to bend a note or a chord. I wish somebody had explained it just like you did here, with the "wow wow, ooh wow" thing. That was a perfect way to explain it!

  • @patricktinsmith8533
    @patricktinsmith8533 5 років тому +4

    Dude, you are the man. Much respect and thank you. 🇬🇧

  • @beachkat
    @beachkat 4 роки тому +3

    Wow! You teach it so easily! My bucket list: learn the harmonica! Going to go drive my family crazy now practicing my train and wow wow! 🎶🚂🎶🚂🎶

  • @anthonyparker1650
    @anthonyparker1650 6 років тому +11

    Watched several teaching videos on here but man you're the best by far. It's really helpful to us beginners that you don't show off your talent at the start like most of the others do - that just makes us feel inadequate. Your teaching method is brilliant. Thanks to you I feel inspired, but please make a few more videos for us dude, you rock.

  • @JunaWaAmin
    @JunaWaAmin 6 років тому +1

    This video revived my interest on the harp. You are awesome, sir. Thank you for reinspiring me.

  • @ulrikgrngaard7866
    @ulrikgrngaard7866 4 місяці тому

    Hi Sir…Denmark here🇩🇰🇩🇰 i wanna thank you for making this video ~ i’ve seen 1086 other videos before i Saw your “lesson 1”…your way of teaching is so down to earth…you ain’t a showoff, and that’s a blessing….
    I’ve played for 5 dayes and nearly got the train (73%), so im getting there🌞🌞
    PLEASE PLEASE make more videos, caurse…..i need you (sound selfish..yet, i bet I’m not the only one, who find you helpfull)
    Cant wait for being good enough for lesson 2
    But….thx🌞🌞

  • @MotherNature
    @MotherNature 3 роки тому +2

    IF NO ONE HAS TOLD YOU LATELY... YOU'RE AWESOME & DOING A GREAT JOB💯 MUCH LOVE MR... GRATITUDE FOR THE LESSON.

  • @sugylu3396
    @sugylu3396 4 роки тому +1

    I wish you would teach more....I just bought mine and your videos are so encouraging and useful

  • @leahmoonbeamflower333
    @leahmoonbeamflower333 4 роки тому +1

    This is so beautiful. Thank you for this video. You’re a great teacher.

  • @jt210370
    @jt210370 9 років тому +1

    What a brilliant video, you are a great instructor! I just bought my first harmonica and will be following you and your further techniques...thank you for making it seem so possible!!!

  • @danarewbee
    @danarewbee 5 років тому

    This is so amazing...truly! I randomly typed in harmonica songs taught simply for my 5 year old daughter who randomly chose a harmonica at a Wal-Mart as her toy today....I found it interesting bc The sounds of a harmoica have always made me feel extremely happy and peaceful-pulling....etc NEVER told my 5 year old,lol! It's so weird and so neat....its HAPPY.... Well,I figured to help her understand the universal part of the beauty in a harmonica...she should see others playing! And we got this video... I'm happy with it...I can see and feel the love you have for the sounds you can produce with your harmonica...idk-but THANK YOU

  • @katieelle5865
    @katieelle5865 8 років тому +7

    This was fun! First teacher I likes. Bummed to hear there is only one more lesson.

  • @slq3263
    @slq3263 5 років тому +1

    I'm a complete beginner and love your lessons! Thank you

  • @U.S.A..
    @U.S.A.. 7 років тому

    been watching a lot hamonice videos. an your seem to help me the best. you are a good teacher.

  • @lumgem9745
    @lumgem9745 5 років тому +1

    Wow ! I can now play a simple melody after watching this, thank you good sir for this lesson.

  • @RudrakshThumar
    @RudrakshThumar 6 років тому +2

    You are doing an amazing job, sir! Respect!

  • @brianwood3180
    @brianwood3180 4 роки тому +1

    Really enjoyed the 1st lesson, appreciate the patience and cadence.

  • @Rsmitty-yb4sd
    @Rsmitty-yb4sd 7 років тому +1

    Thank you for helping me learn how play The Harmonica

  • @FredRedFrred
    @FredRedFrred 4 роки тому +1

    Cool lesson, Dan. Great encouragement.

  • @creativenation298
    @creativenation298 5 років тому

    Thank you so much.. I saw so many videos and no one said dont be so discouraged with it.. I was really disappointed on the way of not be able to play this instrument properly.. Thanks for uplifting.. Now i know that i can do it and i will

  • @CarlaRupp
    @CarlaRupp 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you! I started learning harmonica.

  • @Naturelover00023
    @Naturelover00023 9 років тому +4

    I love all the info you've just given in my first lesson thank you for the class.

  • @rogers531
    @rogers531 8 років тому +1

    Thankyou sir and GOd bless you... I can play all types of songs nd after these years can now bend.. Still I am impressed with. The train.. I cleaned my G harp under hot water and I am getting noises out of it I never have before by like you say. Changing the chamber in my mouth.. Love this instrument... John ..

  • @Chris-iu3vl
    @Chris-iu3vl 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you for taking the time and effort brother! Love from Sweden

  • @peace.love.tranquillity.5019
    @peace.love.tranquillity.5019 6 років тому +1

    You’re the best I’ve seen so far for lessons and thank you very much. ❤️

  • @oliviamurphy5879
    @oliviamurphy5879 9 років тому +37

    Dude this guy is awesome

  • @danielnall9349
    @danielnall9349 7 років тому

    just received my very first hohner harmonica today and already subscribed to your channel. thank you for the lessons

  • @TheTallhillbilly
    @TheTallhillbilly 5 років тому +2

    Excellent Teaching Skills, thank you for taking your time for us...
    God Bless you in Yeshua/Jesus's name, Amen...😆😆😆

  • @43audio89
    @43audio89 3 роки тому

    Just picked up a marine band 1986. Used to watch my dad play as a kid. Now im a recording engineer and looking to add to arsenal. Subscribed. Loved your videos thanks for teaching me harp!

  • @chrisjohnson4095
    @chrisjohnson4095 6 років тому

    Who and why would give this thumbs down? Trying to help and encourage anyone to try and do anything different with no pressure or any consequences ??? I don’t get hate. Hating life or hating anything good or positive. This is a great video that simply tells everyone to have confidence and to just have fun while attempting to play a musical instrument. I loved it. I thought it was great 👍🏿

  • @pennyw8022
    @pennyw8022 Рік тому +1

    You are awesome!! My grandson is interested in learning. He has a short attention span right now but there's no doubt that I will eventually hear him practicing what you just taught. I love the way you say, "if you don't get it just right, it doesn't matter.". I may just decide to learn how to play it myself. LOL 🤣🤣 SERIOUSLY, Thank you! 🙏🥰🙏

  • @JohnMeher24
    @JohnMeher24 9 років тому +459

    Looking Like sylvester stallone Man

  • @ivanrowe2880
    @ivanrowe2880 2 роки тому

    Love the lesson starting from ground zero , Great musical mojo

  • @dguzandi
    @dguzandi 9 років тому +2

    Thanks for your lesson Dave, in Costa Rica we don´t have many Harmonica players, and it has been hard to find someone to teach me, but this first lesson was fun and I´m looking forward to learning more.
    Pura Vida!

  • @Doontrusk
    @Doontrusk 5 років тому +1

    Fantastic and easy to follow. Thanks for your time.

  • @Opinionist84
    @Opinionist84 12 років тому

    Thanks brother... just bought mine Horner Blues Band C and dont have a bloody idea how to play it. Your first tip made a big difference to me.. You are going to be my online teacher!! Cheers!

  • @ExtraCrispy357
    @ExtraCrispy357 День тому

    Hey Mr. Blue, I'm a complete beginner who knows nothing, but I REALLY want to learn the harmonica! Thanks so much, because you REALLY DID make this video approachable for a beginner like me. I tried watching some other "beginner" "first lesson" videos and got kind of discouraged because it was too hard all at once. They were doing chords, single notes, bending, and playing simple riffs all on lesson #1! I'm just going to work on my train like you said first! This was a very encouraging video and gave me some things to work on. May GOD BLESS YOU as well! I subscribed to your channel. 😎👍

  • @sukmandragon
    @sukmandragon 4 роки тому +2

    Thank you so much! You're a terrific teacher! I'll try to find more time to practise :) All the very best to you!

  • @kamdosnf377
    @kamdosnf377 4 роки тому +1

    You're an incredible human being! Love the vibe man, and thank you for this video :)

  • @gujerbety6790
    @gujerbety6790 11 років тому +1

    A very nice man and an easy to follow video! :) Thankyou Dan! "I got faith in you, your gonna pick it up, and your gonna do great."

  • @charlesbarboza8591
    @charlesbarboza8591 2 роки тому

    Excellent presentation. I like your vibe and I plan to continue to learn from you. Thanks for sharing. Be well.

  • @kaimanchester1715
    @kaimanchester1715 9 років тому +1

    Wow, amazing, got a clear green harmonic (Fav colour) from amazon and already learned something. Going to keep practicing. Always loved blues rock so this is a long time coming, thanks so much for making lessons can't wait to learn more :)

  • @loulou64x
    @loulou64x 9 років тому +1

    Love your teaching method, would so love to play this magical sounding wee instrument, want to surprise my family one day 🙋🏻