Funky Blues Harmonica!!

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  • Опубліковано 28 сер 2024
  • Come join me at my site to find my latest blues harmonica lessons: www.harmonica1...
    The harmonica in this clip is a C harmonica.
    Ultimate Jam Tracks Package which contains the track I use in this clip, is on sale for $20. (vol. 1, vol. 2, and vol 3: the harmonica edition)
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  • @imeldavelasco3305
    @imeldavelasco3305 10 років тому +92

    My boyfriends started playing harmonica about 5 years ago because of this video, now he has his own band ( MADABOUT BLUES BAND) and is playing every other weekend at many different places in the Orange County, Ca area (House of Blues Anaheim Downtown Disney, Hollywood, O.C. Fair, Diapiazza's, Queen Mary, and many other blues clubs) as well as local jam spots and company parties. And uses music very purposely to touch many peoples lives with his warm personality....
    He references you and this video to people when they ask how he got started....
    THANK YOU RONNIE for helping to enhance his life with the art of music!!!

    • @Harmonica123
      @Harmonica123  9 років тому +20

      +Imelda Velasco wow, how cool is that. this is what it's all about! sharing so others can enjoy, and spread the joy.

    • @andydunn5673
      @andydunn5673 5 років тому +2

      Nice story, thanks for sharing

    • @TheNicombraun
      @TheNicombraun 4 роки тому

      How is he Playing now?

  • @mssjoseph8650
    @mssjoseph8650 4 роки тому +7

    this video was uploaded when I was 5 years old
    now in 2020 im 18 years old
    AND I LOVE IT
    last year I bought a C blues delux fender harp
    taking lessons and tips from only youtube, im doing really good right now!

  • @alro2494
    @alro2494 8 років тому +35

    i'm such an ass, i've only listened to this vdeo 3 or 4 thousands times, and just now liked it

  • @4859891
    @4859891 13 років тому +8

    Never in my life have I seen a harp being played so well my god mate ur amazing . Massive respect from the uk

  • @winstonchurchill624
    @winstonchurchill624 5 років тому +63

    I think that this is the closest thing there is to a harmonica recruitment video.

  • @almeidadave1
    @almeidadave1 9 років тому +16

    Jesus christ! That's absolutely spectacular! Wow!

  • @binarymj
    @binarymj 4 роки тому +2

    I found this amazing harmonica blues about 12 years ago. I am still coming back for listening. You are awesome!!!!!!

  • @tom27j
    @tom27j 13 років тому +9

    wow, i watched this vid 5 years ago when it only had about 100 views, started to play harp, 5 years later i can almost play as good as this, thanks ronnie, your vids helped me get there.

    • @dimipartcaster7770
      @dimipartcaster7770 2 роки тому

      I watched this 12 years ago and from then it gets me every time. I also have to say that I'm not easy at all when it comes to music.I judge really hard. But this guy is something else.Awesome technic and great feeling. I'm glad that this video gave you inspiration.It gave me inspiration too, but unfortunately I'm a heavy smoker so I stayed at guitar, haha!Wish you the best!

  • @Harmonica123
    @Harmonica123  15 років тому +17

    The main driving force behind this effect is actually the tongue which is moving quickly in a back and forth motion (saying "yo yo"). The hand which I used a bit is making a subtle change in the sound to shape it. I also have a video out which explains this effect and others from this clip. It's called "Funky Blues Harmonica techniques described"

  • @artistraindwain9855
    @artistraindwain9855 10 років тому +7

    I just picked up harmonica and you my friend are my new teacher. I want to be like you when I grow up

  • @OnceTheyNamedMeiWasnt
    @OnceTheyNamedMeiWasnt 2 роки тому +1

    You were only a mere boy then, but already you were a man. The king! 👑

  • @Vomitmyself
    @Vomitmyself 4 роки тому +2

    I saw this video for the first time like 10 years ago. In the while I started playing guitar, and yesterday I bought my first harmonica. It's time to learn. Thank you Ronnie.

  • @Allybeeify
    @Allybeeify 12 років тому +4

    1:13-1:21 is driving me crazy!!! OMG! this is amazing.

  • @Harmonica123
    @Harmonica123  16 років тому +7

    Don't stop playing..keep going and you continue to have breakthroughs. Be specific with what you play and try to recreate exact nuances, don't settle for anything less!

  • @dynoroad
    @dynoroad 4 роки тому +2

    First saw this 11 years ago, in the hayday of UA-cam, it feels like there was only a handful of content on here back then, so many people watched the same things. You were there right from the start! I had just started studying music too, and had gotten myself a harmonica to go with my saxophone. This video blew me away back then, and still does.

  • @clrn2mt
    @clrn2mt 16 років тому +1

    I have watched you do this a hundred times, and I am still amazed! You are amazingly amazing!

  • @A6Legit
    @A6Legit 6 років тому +5

    11 years later. still great.

  • @historicalfma6036
    @historicalfma6036 5 років тому +15

    2019 anyone?

  • @lluhsnimnyrhtak
    @lluhsnimnyrhtak 15 років тому

    Some things are genius and put a smile on your face; this is one of those things.
    Sublime!

  • @MarcinReisch
    @MarcinReisch 2 роки тому

    It is most creaziest, funkiest, groovies, bluesy improvisation ever! This 2 minutes improvisation change my life- really. When i heard that first time i ask myself WTF? it is possible to play that? If someday i play that i will be happiest man on earth. And i listen that every day, i try play that year by year, but i understand nothing. I spend 12 long year to learn that stuf. And now in 2021 i can play Funkie Blues Harmonica. I made that myself by ear! Some part of my harplayin life are finish. Now i am happy and sad. Happy because my little dream come true. Sad because I have finished the pursuit of something unsurpassed. I feel happy and, at the same time I feel empty. I don't know if I will ever find a song that evokes so many emotions in me.

  • @sarge9128
    @sarge9128 5 років тому +3

    This video inspires me every day

    • @Harmonica123
      @Harmonica123  5 років тому +2

      these comments inspire me every day!

  • @Harmonica123
    @Harmonica123  12 років тому +8

    I'm 41, i was 35 at the time of the video

    • @lise-annedore8935
      @lise-annedore8935 5 років тому

      Ronnie, I just listened to this for the first time. Loved it including the cool sounds/effects around 1:50. Loved also, "Go play one.". I sure will.☺️

    • @J.M.Stigner
      @J.M.Stigner 4 роки тому

      I'm 36 just started playing and can only dream of being as good as you at 42!

    • @Harmonica123
      @Harmonica123  4 роки тому +2

      @@J.M.Stigner well, I started playing when I was about 25..so I was approximately 35 here. There is plenty of time! Get to it.

    • @cue_khb
      @cue_khb 4 роки тому

      Now you're 48.

    • @Harmonica123
      @Harmonica123  4 роки тому +3

      and now I am about to turn 49!

  • @jackwilliams3156
    @jackwilliams3156 Рік тому

    Aa a harp player, piano player, a guitar player, and a singer, this video is legit so satisfying to watch.

  • @montekrake6692
    @montekrake6692 9 років тому +1

    I like the way Ronnie Shellist has captured the original blues harp sound and style. I also dig how he has blended that style with a more modern sound. When I listen to him jam, my playing improves significantly.

  • @AnnaGraceMusic
    @AnnaGraceMusic 14 років тому +7

    wow!

    • @Harmonica123
      @Harmonica123  3 роки тому +1

      How am I just now seeing this. Anna, you're such an inspiration. Keep writing those great tunes and singing your heart out!

  • @Toothbrushie
    @Toothbrushie 14 років тому +6

    1:13 - 1:17
    How do you do that?

    • @Harmonica123
      @Harmonica123  4 роки тому +1

      doy dah dah from 4d bend to 4d/5d-triplets

  • @jesusirizarry4493
    @jesusirizarry4493 Місяць тому

    This 18 year old video is part of why im getting one now. Hope youre well and still ripping it up out there!

  • @andydunn5673
    @andydunn5673 4 роки тому

    Just watched it again for about the millionth time
    Cool funky Blues

  • @kutayguvenir
    @kutayguvenir 10 років тому +5

    adamda at ciğeri var dayı

  • @Tomwolverton
    @Tomwolverton 6 років тому +1

    best harp player out there love this lick

  • @360takka
    @360takka 12 років тому

    I Have been playing for over 20 years now,i used to practice for 4-5 hours a day as that what it takes to get good.It took me about 6 years to get to playing this type stuff,its just dedication and practice.

  • @lendavoice60
    @lendavoice60 12 років тому

    Im in love! You played that like your soul was the harmonica.." yeah "!

  • @feiz01
    @feiz01 15 років тому

    cant help but gravitate back to this,,ronnie your off the charts bra,,,

  • @YGMS18
    @YGMS18 12 років тому

    This is the best advert for a harmonica ever "go play one"

  • @stonehand49
    @stonehand49 6 років тому +1

    as my late would say to me 50 years ago ..." stop playing that dirty music!". Outstanding

  • @amcroos
    @amcroos 14 років тому

    every morning while cleaning i go out of my SOUL!!!!! and dance whit the universe go on and make us happy!! ty

  • @JCredible86
    @JCredible86 14 років тому

    This guy has way too much swag to be playing a harmonica!

  • @Raulo707
    @Raulo707 2 роки тому +1

    After viewing this many times;I must applaud the stops and starts! It’s easy to get a bit carried away and you times this perfect. This is one video I always come back to. It’s addictive, and pure virtuoso! I mean truly, like the guy mentioned earlier. This is definitely a recruitment video,but I never wanted to just learn or play the harp. I wanted to master, than be considered very good. Anyhow this is like a harmonica free style. A funky harmonica which is jaw dropping. This is gotta be the best harmonica clip on you tube, just raw and untamed! We love it! By the way, I’ve progressed a lot,the harmonica demands respect, before it’ll allow you to play it. I’ve learned that the hard way! Thanks Ronnie, your very good. I’ll be good too!

    • @Harmonica123
      @Harmonica123  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks Ron. Recording and posting this video was a very spontaneous moment in my life. I'm sure glad I did it.

  • @omgcopyritedstuff
    @omgcopyritedstuff 15 років тому

    the old days are awesome

  • @dirgadamanik547
    @dirgadamanik547 3 роки тому

    Im still watching these in pandemic era..thank God.. my booster since i was high school, 2006

  • @Harpmaniak59
    @Harpmaniak59 2 роки тому

    This is how you play the harmonica! Great deep tone and sustained passion.

  • @KletusTheFetus
    @KletusTheFetus 4 роки тому

    This video got me started playing over 12 years ago. Still watch it once a month.

  • @StanzAlec
    @StanzAlec 14 років тому

    WOW! Love it! You must play every day. Brilliant way to exercise the lungs.

  • @SweetUtopia7
    @SweetUtopia7 16 років тому +1

    U're just AWESOME!
    I've recently started playing harmonica (I've got a marine band in C) and I just hope I can play like u one day.
    Congratulations!
    xxx

  • @DanielMcKernan117
    @DanielMcKernan117 15 років тому +1

    You'll love the Chicago Sessions, the whole album is excellent!

  • @shelby0mcnasty
    @shelby0mcnasty 14 років тому

    dude you play this instrument with soul and i like it a lot

  • @Grisu18
    @Grisu18 11 років тому +1

    I have this Vid in my Favourites for about 6 or 7 years now and i just can't stop watching it :D

  • @MaxSpirit754
    @MaxSpirit754 15 років тому

    Breath and play ! J'adore ! i love it !

  • @simon4063
    @simon4063 16 років тому

    ahhhhhhhhhhh my ears are burning and so is my soul.

  • @Grimthang
    @Grimthang 11 років тому

    dont get the hate of some people, man he's amazing. wish i could even play. be glad u can listen to this :)

  • @mindisgeminii
    @mindisgeminii 14 років тому

    Give it too me baby!!!! Love it....and you!

  • @fattirevsbud
    @fattirevsbud 11 років тому

    He's got a hamonica mic on the stand behind him, this guy's legit. sounds great man keep it up!

  • @moddy327
    @moddy327 14 років тому

    This is soo badazz!! Guys should know hwo to play harmonica when they are sad man. Oh man, that would cheer anyone up. Just jam to a solid beat like this and jive out!!

  • @taurtue
    @taurtue 15 років тому +1

    i've been listening to this like 15 times in 2 days. you're amazing, this is so really great

  • @guillaumeremond107
    @guillaumeremond107 9 місяців тому

    J'avais 15ans quand vous avez sortie cette vidéo 🙂 longue vie a vous .

  • @TorstenKircher
    @TorstenKircher 14 років тому

    I am so proud of you !
    Well done !
    Love it ! love it !

  • @thejoto
    @thejoto 13 років тому

    Man you are a genius!!!!! love you style of improv!!!!

  • @bodyworkplus
    @bodyworkplus 16 років тому

    Oh yes! What sweet playing. I am a total novice. You inspire me!

  • @jumpinghoodoo
    @jumpinghoodoo 14 років тому

    I can feel the energy you blow through the harmonica!
    The reason why its sounds freaking good is because you play with feeling, there are allot of harmonica players how don't know how to do this.
    Brilliant harp playing!

  • @georgevazeos7719
    @georgevazeos7719 11 років тому

    PractisePractise Practise Practise Practise Practise Practise Practise Practise !!!!!!!!!!1
    Great Man ... !!!!!

  • @carldea
    @carldea 2 роки тому

    Ronnie, I just played this clip again today (May 27 2022) for inspiration. Thanks!

  • @francomallquiparra507
    @francomallquiparra507 Рік тому

    Seriously, fantastic!!

  • @RachaelDkaz2y5
    @RachaelDkaz2y5 15 років тому

    so i got my harmonica today after many months of watching you play. i hope i get this good someday ohhhhhhhhhhhhh boy

  • @Arzakh1
    @Arzakh1 14 років тому

    wow.. that is whats called talent!!!

  • @sjziro
    @sjziro 16 років тому +1

    Great Playing Ronnie! I've watched this video a few times now, and it always sounds great!

  • @benjaminrhodes5385
    @benjaminrhodes5385 9 років тому +2

    You are my favorite harmonica player EVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @wezev511
    @wezev511 6 років тому +1

    Love the sounds from 1:13

  • @ocfilmsdotcom
    @ocfilmsdotcom 2 роки тому

    15 years later, this is still so amazing!!!

  • @wouzzi01
    @wouzzi01 13 років тому

    The new William Clarke!!
    Thanks, i'm loving it!

  • @MarchofClouds
    @MarchofClouds 15 років тому

    Amazing! Got my first Harmonica today. I'll have to check out site for tips. I can not stress this enough...AMAZING.

  • @kegmonkey5648
    @kegmonkey5648 14 років тому

    The Harmonica, by far the most badass instrument ever

  • @ruchjw
    @ruchjw 14 років тому

    Holy wha! Excellent tone and very good display of talent to execute some tricky licks.

  • @ianlewis8086
    @ianlewis8086 2 роки тому

    You'll never be as good as this guy Ronnie 😂

  • @raghavendrakp
    @raghavendrakp 14 років тому +1

    You are great my friend. Really inspires me! I can imagine how much effort and patience has gone into becoming this good.

  • @sarmegwantwatchmovie
    @sarmegwantwatchmovie 13 років тому

    i just started playing the long forgotten harmonica, so i wanted to look up some music. . . and now I feel inadequate. lol this is crazy-amazing! XD

  • @hopaloop
    @hopaloop 12 років тому

    ah!! reminds me of when i used to ride those old rail carts down to St. Louis

  • @QueenVetta
    @QueenVetta 14 років тому

    i must say thisssssss... OMG.. i would have never guest.. lookin at you or anyone for that fact they could play a song like that.. omgggggg.. i am so out doneeee.. you are outstandingggggg... AND I MEAN IT.. HATERSSSSSSS STEP BACKKKKK.. THIS IS ONE MAN YOU CAN NOTTTTTT.. TOUCH... NOT ON THE HARMONICAAAAAAA.. FORGET.. GIVE IT UP .. A MATTER OF FACT.... DONT EVEN THINK ABOUT IT.... IT WILL NEVER HAPPEN... well doneeeeeeeee... need i say more... big HUGSSSSSSSS.. i am so excited ... wow...

  • @abrakadar
    @abrakadar 14 років тому

    Pashion and mastery. Brilliant.

  • @TalathaDenison
    @TalathaDenison 14 років тому

    Absolutely amazing - so much fun!

  • @TheLIMITzZZ
    @TheLIMITzZZ 14 років тому

    WOW is the only word tht comes into my mind wheni see this ! FAIR PLAY !!

  • @BluesHarpJammin
    @BluesHarpJammin 14 років тому

    WOW!!! I haven't heard great blues harp like that in a long time! Awesome!!!

  • @gouldingsteve
    @gouldingsteve 15 років тому

    I tell you what, this guy is amazing! I love his cheeky little sign off too- "go play one". Like all you'd have to do is spend a few bucks on an old special 20 to shred like that. It takes a lifetime to play blues harp like that. AND you'd better be naturally gifted as well. Hats off to you, Ronnie!

  • @canenasg
    @canenasg 13 років тому

    unbelievable......bravo..... my friend you make me huppy

  • @bobbins05
    @bobbins05 15 років тому

    this alone made me go and get a harmonica get lessons !

  • @Dracapalley
    @Dracapalley 14 років тому

    That there is some chops alright! Wow!

  • @feiz01
    @feiz01 15 років тому

    master class,,,,,,ronnie man,,,,this is sick,,

  • @stuartshelley18
    @stuartshelley18 11 років тому

    WTF!!! Just blow me away, out right AMAZING!!!!!

  • @IAmTheRocketMan
    @IAmTheRocketMan 15 років тому

    Holy crap!
    You're awesome!
    That was amazing!

  • @DaMastaMynd
    @DaMastaMynd 15 років тому

    You're mostly right. A lot of the licks he plays use the pentatonic scale, but he does play a lot of scales that use F (not F#). That's because blues doesn't use a regular major scale for it's melodies, but rather an alternate "major scale" called the mixolydian mode. It's the same idea, but it uses the minor 7th (F) instead of the major 7th (F#). They also use the blues scale, which also includes the minor 7th as an important note.

  • @InjectedAudio
    @InjectedAudio 3 роки тому

    That must be one happy lady!

  • @lmboag
    @lmboag 15 років тому

    I've been playing the blues harp for 35 years and can' touch you.

  • @DutchmanJay
    @DutchmanJay 14 років тому

    go play one :D think i'll go do that then. Mindblowing performance, could listen to that 24/7. Thanks!

  • @366i3
    @366i3 13 років тому

    WOWWWWW i love that sound.. really good job

  • @Recovrd1
    @Recovrd1 14 років тому

    Man u have total control over that harmonica.. The sounds you emit from it are amazing. Well done mate.

  • @JoeyBrownITSAN
    @JoeyBrownITSAN 14 років тому

    Love the hamonica and he is good!

  • @DannyJamesGuitar
    @DannyJamesGuitar 12 років тому

    So damn good!
    One of the best videos on UA-cam!

  • @CemocanNbg
    @CemocanNbg 16 років тому

    I Just wanna say THANK YOU FOR THIS SONG!!!!! I wake up every day with this song from you about you i buy me a harmonica too and i hope maybe at one day i can play like you. Big Holla from Germany/Bavaria
    aka
    Cemocan

  • @ShadowPipo
    @ShadowPipo 15 років тому

    Excellent vraiment un pro !!! Love for ever !!!

  • @09rtr13
    @09rtr13 13 років тому

    Bravo! Love it, keep up the amazing work.

  • @ShadowPipo
    @ShadowPipo 15 років тому

    Vraiment Excellent !!! Trop fort !!! Bravo !!!