Chugging Basics: Beginner Blues Harmonica Lesson (C Harmonica) + Free Tab

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  • Master the basics of chugging on a C harmonica with this beginner blues harmonica lesson. Includes a free harp tab to help you practice and develop your harmonica chugging skills.
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    0:15 How to Chug
    0:30 What is Chugging
    1:30 How to Practice Breathing
    3:00 Adding in Single Notes
    5:38 Alternate Single Note
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 601

  • @TomlinHarmonica
    @TomlinHarmonica  3 місяці тому +1

    ✏ Get your FREE harmonica tab PDF and audio clips here 👉foxly.link/10LepE

  • @ParkerPeete
    @ParkerPeete 7 років тому +624

    71 yrs old just started great video 😅

    • @TomlinHarmonica
      @TomlinHarmonica  7 років тому +47

      +ParkerPeete welcome to the harmonica dark side :-)

    • @cari6562
      @cari6562 7 років тому +4

      Tomlin Leckie

    • @7884golfguru
      @7884golfguru 7 років тому +19

      ParkerPeete me too just started I'm 65 ,glad someone else out there is enjoying music

    • @username7744
      @username7744 7 років тому +31

      I am 13 yrs old. I feel like I am to young to play the harmonica now! But I won't let that get in the way of learning it.

    • @nick_nando
      @nick_nando 7 років тому +5

      Michael Valeriano I started at 12 I'm 13 now will be 14 in about 5 months

  • @ronhogue8491
    @ronhogue8491 3 роки тому +81

    I gave myself a harmonica for Christmas. I was 70 years and 7 months young at the time. I have 2 months under my belt right now and I love it. Tom's videos have been very helpful. Didn't think I would stick to it, but I have. Great way to help fill the day when you're stuck at home because of Covid.

    • @traviskbracken7457
      @traviskbracken7457 Рік тому

      It's been a year now and after reading your comment I have to know how it's going. *stares intently*

    • @ronhogue8491
      @ronhogue8491 Рік тому +5

      @@traviskbracken7457 I'm still with it. I like to make up new tunes and just wing it. I never learned to read music and I don't plan to at this point. I am hearing impaired, but not enough to keep me from music. Now 72, learning a new skill and sticking with my new hobby has been most satisfying. My grandson was so impressed, he asked me to get him a harmonica. I did, gladly.... Keep paying it forward!

  • @praveshneu9539
    @praveshneu9539 5 років тому +7

    329 years old .... just started chugging it in . Awesome video !

  •  7 років тому +223

    I beat you.
    I'm 74 and have a C harmonica and would love to be able to play it.
    I like this kid's way of explaining things.
    I'm going to try it and want to thank you for sharing your talent.

    • @eddief.i2926
      @eddief.i2926 3 роки тому +5

      never too late 👍

    • @bouncyspring6274
      @bouncyspring6274 3 роки тому +1

      @@eddief.i2926 facts

    • @mrtambourineman6107
      @mrtambourineman6107 3 роки тому +2

      Hope you're sticking at it my brother

    • @gobuns2
      @gobuns2 2 роки тому +1

      hope you got the breath still sir!

    • @rogerboucher1913
      @rogerboucher1913 2 роки тому +2

      Ernest, I’m 70 1/2 and just bought a C harp. Always wanted to play blues.
      My problem will be breath ‘cause I’m living with a heart that’s been damaged ( ⅓ of it is dead same with major artery) but still will do what I can!

  • @_____8488
    @_____8488 4 роки тому +3

    27 years old never played one before. drank perhaps a bit too much one night during this quarantine and apparently I ordered a harmonica and had no memory of it the next day. By the time I saw the email it was already shipped so I couldnt back out on it.
    Well the thing is here now so I have no choice but to learn it!

  • @dogfishdaveharmonica7258
    @dogfishdaveharmonica7258 5 років тому +80

    Hey Tomlin
    As a blind person just starting to learn the harmonica, just wanted to say how helpful and easy to follow these videos have been for me. I can only follow the audio and find yours are working well for me. Thanks

    • @TomlinHarmonica
      @TomlinHarmonica  5 років тому +5

      That's great to hear Dave - I'm glad you find the lessons useful!

    • @karmveersingh2249
      @karmveersingh2249 5 років тому +2

      How did you type?

    • @casey5646
      @casey5646 5 років тому +7

      Kameer it's called voice to text

    • @karmveersingh2249
      @karmveersingh2249 5 років тому

      @@casey5646 ohhh 😮

    • @dogfishdaveharmonica7258
      @dogfishdaveharmonica7258 5 років тому +7

      karmveer singh yes, I have a voiceover function on my phone which reads text and I can dictate as well

  • @oliverwashburn2860
    @oliverwashburn2860 3 роки тому +1

    Self taught harp player for 45 years. Thanks for finally having someone show me correct techniques.

  • @welshrybo
    @welshrybo 3 роки тому +1

    Just bought one in C to accompany guitar. Like a naive fool I thought it was a 5 minute job to master. I now realise i will be needing your channel. Have subbed.

  • @paulkomaromi6460
    @paulkomaromi6460 4 роки тому +1

    excellent short clip and easy to follow!

  • @cheremiekratzer9468
    @cheremiekratzer9468 5 років тому +12

    Thank you! I’ve been learning a lot from both you and Gussow. I now have 3 harmonicas as I keep upgrading because I didn’t expect to make such great progress with the help of your teachings.

  • @bradfordpalmer2298
    @bradfordpalmer2298 5 років тому +51

    Dude! I can do it.
    Quitting my job, buying a van and hitting the road!
    But really, this is fun. Thanks for lesson.

    • @LearnerChess
      @LearnerChess 4 роки тому +6

      That's my plan: "to get a van down by the river."

    • @logawinner
      @logawinner 4 роки тому +1

      Go find Eric Church and offer to be harmonica ayer

    • @MagruderSpoots
      @MagruderSpoots 3 роки тому +1

      @@LearnerChess Oh man, I just watched that video yesterday.

    • @akselgen9534
      @akselgen9534 Рік тому

      Haha!
      I already have a camper van i built, sitting in the driveway. When I read your comment I realised I need to move in to that thing and keep playing the harmonica

  • @meredethezzard5100
    @meredethezzard5100 4 роки тому +4

    Great job in the presentation. Clear and concise and "doable" for me.

  • @murtazahameed3833
    @murtazahameed3833 3 роки тому +1

    THIS IS A FANTASTIC LESSON
    And I'm totally digging your teaching style, I've had a C harp for about 3 years and never really had an honest go... you've inspired me! Subbed

  • @mitchmccabe1
    @mitchmccabe1 6 років тому +72

    Bahahaha 6min and 30 sec, once you get this nailed ..... it'll turn into something like this BBBOOOOOOOOOOOOOM just busts out a mad tune.... Classic lol Love your work

    • @Feezwa
      @Feezwa 4 роки тому +1

      Ahahaha, exactly my reaction too ! ^_^
      Once he started jamming and brought to light those oustanding licks, my hair stood up on back of my neck like a soldier at the voice of his commander ! Goddamn !
      Tomlin Leckie is such a trickster !

  • @codybenjamin378
    @codybenjamin378 Рік тому +1

    Got a set of Fender Blues Deluxe for Christmas. Thanks for putting these videos out there guy. I need the structure and inspiration to learn and enjoy it.

  • @AND_YO
    @AND_YO 4 роки тому +1

    Just tried Harmonica for the very first time with your video and man, I've got a long way to go but this was a really great way to break the ice, cheers pal.

  • @gorky7082
    @gorky7082 5 років тому +1

    Thanks for the tutorials, just bought my harmonica and started learning with ur help

  • @williammurchisoniii2982
    @williammurchisoniii2982 4 роки тому

    I just wanted to commend you on your teaching style. Very comprehensive and concise in terms of relaying proper playing technique. Kudos. And thanks.

  • @sunboy38
    @sunboy38 4 роки тому +1

    your lesson are straight to the point, i like it

  • @paulchoquette8889
    @paulchoquette8889 Рік тому

    Same for me 73y. old just stratesd. Very usefull video. Thanks

  • @rebeccaelliott232
    @rebeccaelliott232 5 років тому +1

    Thank you Tomlin - the best teacher!!

  • @pistolerro427
    @pistolerro427 Місяць тому

    Helped out a lot. Finally moving a bit more smoothly between single notes and chords. Just need to practice.

  • @howatdstewart4529
    @howatdstewart4529 5 років тому +2

    Been very ill trying to hang on to my music playing harp but lost so much your style of tutoring is helping me to regain control and confidence 🎵🎶🎵👍thanks

  • @tonydoyle2842
    @tonydoyle2842 3 роки тому +1

    Really good first lesson. Thanks

  • @shantijay69
    @shantijay69 6 років тому +2

    so glad to find you !!! my 1st lesson starting just now !!!!

  • @HappyKid90
    @HappyKid90 3 роки тому +1

    Just discovered 3 harmonicas that belonged to my Great Uncle and Grandad and these videos are amazing! Great teacher! 😁 🙌

  • @geoff7936
    @geoff7936 6 років тому +4

    Just got my first harmonica and this is the first tutorial I'm watching. As someone who is clueless about how music even works (life-long mental block) I think I may have some hope :D Subscribed!

  • @peterheitz6794
    @peterheitz6794 3 роки тому

    68 yrs old ,got acrossover for xmas .used to play sax.amgetting the hang of this.you,gussow and others are a1 for alltheteaching .thank you!

  • @petervilla1661
    @petervilla1661 6 років тому

    Great lesson .Many thanks.

  • @MAGA33321
    @MAGA33321 5 років тому +3

    A quick view from the side is great. Helps to see how your mouth and throat moves.

  • @rtrjmk5
    @rtrjmk5 2 роки тому

    Very nicely presented. Thanks.

  • @YA-ee9zf
    @YA-ee9zf 7 років тому +36

    the side view really helps with knowing what you r doing

  • @leonromary4855
    @leonromary4855 4 роки тому

    thanks mate, totes appreciated for your time bro

  • @christineb.5037
    @christineb.5037 3 роки тому

    Tomlin is the best teacher I know.
    I'm German, my English isn't the best, but I can learn so much from these videos. I have a lot of fun and I will be better playing harmonica.
    Great !!! Thank you.

  • @tonydavies2625
    @tonydavies2625 5 років тому

    55 yrs old and just bought my very first harmonica and started to learn.. Love it... :-)

  • @emreglr
    @emreglr 3 роки тому

    You are genius . Real good body language to teach

  • @levasziriakovas3172
    @levasziriakovas3172 Рік тому

    Thank You very much for this intro!

  • @charlesarmstrong5292
    @charlesarmstrong5292 2 роки тому

    Thanks Tomlin, I`m a retired professional singer and decided to play the harp for fun. Bought a C Harp online yesterday and looking forward to doing my practice with your lessons.

  • @lunaport6875
    @lunaport6875 Рік тому

    Thank you for your lesson.

  • @pinupordie8096
    @pinupordie8096 4 роки тому

    i always wanted to learn how to play the harmonica, since i was a kid, and now i finally started, thanks for the video, it is great, finally i will use your channel as my music teacher. Thanks for your time and dedication.

  • @rahulkagdiyal8180
    @rahulkagdiyal8180 3 роки тому

    Tomlin...you are the best harmonica tutor...lots of love to you❤👏

  • @gratefuldood2311
    @gratefuldood2311 2 роки тому +1

    I've been playing instruments for 21 years and finally was gifted a harmonica for my birthday from my partner. I'm so used to just picking something up and figuring it out but this is a different concept for me( I don't play any wind or brass instruments). thanks for this I'm gonna start small and figure this out one video at a time with you. you are great at teaching

  • @gabrielefaini2564
    @gabrielefaini2564 7 років тому +1

    GREAT APPROACH on the teaching.
    Glad I've going toe channel, you really stand out for patience, humanity and kindness in your videos.
    Thank you very much, you were much needed!

    • @TomlinHarmonica
      @TomlinHarmonica  7 років тому

      Aw Gabriele - I'm glad you like the approach I take. Keep in touch :-)

  • @lavonnecarrick2238
    @lavonnecarrick2238 4 роки тому +17

    I’m so inspired. I feel like I just took a big step up. Thank you so much. Your teaching style is nice and clear.

    • @TomlinHarmonica
      @TomlinHarmonica  4 роки тому +1

      Glad I was able to inspire you! Thanks for the kind words, too. :)

  • @Angel-yl1ck
    @Angel-yl1ck 7 років тому +28

    I'm a fan. This is great. Thanks for creating and posting. Loved your uptempo of the lesson at the end. So we can see where it's going when I can really play. :-) I'm already a subscriber...

    • @TomlinHarmonica
      @TomlinHarmonica  7 років тому +8

      Thanks! I'm glad you enjoy where it is going :-)

    • @MrNickb-s500
      @MrNickb-s500 6 років тому

      Tomlin Leckie great video and I'm a new subscriber! Thank you for these harmonica lessons!

  • @empressboogie1213
    @empressboogie1213 3 роки тому

    Can’t wait to practice

  • @shubhamrathod9249
    @shubhamrathod9249 Рік тому

    Thank you so much! I've tried a lot of other channel but couldn't understand them, You're teaching is the best. ❤

  • @gerardfusaro8243
    @gerardfusaro8243 6 років тому

    This is the best beginners blues video I have found. Thanks

  • @jamessoul5528
    @jamessoul5528 3 роки тому

    Thank you so much. Love your teaching style!

  • @michaelgroghan2182
    @michaelgroghan2182 Рік тому

    excellent teacher

  • @lolwhittingham
    @lolwhittingham 3 роки тому

    well explained, Thank you !

  • @Rafa220193
    @Rafa220193 7 років тому +1

    Thanks a lot Tom! was really looking for a start, found it here, got my 10 hole C harmonic yesterday. Hugs from Chile

  • @CrazyDud3
    @CrazyDud3 4 роки тому +3

    Fantastic job my guy, I'm learning a lot here! Hope you're doing well.

  • @roymacdonald2019
    @roymacdonald2019 7 років тому

    i am 72 and have been inspired by this guy . i can play a bit of two octave mouth organ stuff, old tunes etc but have always wanted to play blues.

  • @mira2073
    @mira2073 4 роки тому +2

    Thanks for the lesson. Really helped me and now I'm enthusiastic to go on learning. :]

  • @mangeshmohite6387
    @mangeshmohite6387 4 роки тому

    Great teaching, Thank you so much, God bless you.

  • @robertbrunston5406
    @robertbrunston5406 4 роки тому

    Very good! Thank you.

  • @ivajova5580
    @ivajova5580 7 років тому +6

    Hi Tomline, Thank you a lot for your lessons. I think it's really grate that yo are spearing some time to teach unknown people all over this globe a cool new skill. Keep up with the good work. I hope I'll get better at it with time! 😊 Best regards from Croatia, Iva

    • @TomlinHarmonica
      @TomlinHarmonica  7 років тому +2

      +Jova Sova it's absolutely my pleasure Iva :-)

  • @gross8901
    @gross8901 4 роки тому +1

    Wonderful encouraging words 👍

  • @smithywick
    @smithywick 4 роки тому +1

    Another great video mate loving it

  • @wayneschwiegerath7956
    @wayneschwiegerath7956 7 років тому +2

    Thanks Tomlinson, Love these short lessons. Also enjoy looking forward to the Wed lessons.

  • @crisnewbery9968
    @crisnewbery9968 3 роки тому

    awesome lesson

  • @gabriellebudd1166
    @gabriellebudd1166 4 роки тому +1

    I don't have a harmonica yet but I certainly will begin your lesson is terrific I've been just whistling I'm practicing in this way until I get my harmonica thank you so much you're a very good teacher God bless you

  • @ramisettyranganadh
    @ramisettyranganadh 5 років тому

    Thanks a lot Tomlin. Good Teaching. I Love it

  • @ankitakarmakar1961
    @ankitakarmakar1961 7 років тому

    wow...I have just started to learn harmonica..and your videos are really useful...thanks a lot Tom😊

  • @keesvanderlinden5753
    @keesvanderlinden5753 4 роки тому

    Very good lessons. Tnx

  • @locheedode
    @locheedode 3 роки тому

    Many thanks

  • @biancaoliveira9328
    @biancaoliveira9328 3 роки тому

    This is my first harmonica lesson! Great start for me thanks to you! woohoo!

  • @TheGadileck
    @TheGadileck 3 роки тому

    As a new player, this helped a ton.

  • @MrMATWORM
    @MrMATWORM 6 років тому

    I'm brand new to this I'm not very musically inclined but always liked the Harmonica sound. Thank you for helping

  • @pastormikey2780
    @pastormikey2780 2 роки тому

    great teaching

  • @romankarki4353
    @romankarki4353 3 роки тому

    U r the best teacher of youtube

  • @ebeisaac7700
    @ebeisaac7700 5 років тому +15

    6:53 Amazing! I really to like learn that riff.

  • @pedrolopez5340
    @pedrolopez5340 7 років тому +1

    great lesson tom..!! I always see your videos want to play a lot of blues

  • @woodsarthobbies6515
    @woodsarthobbies6515 4 роки тому

    Thank You!

  • @user-vx8jc8ii9p
    @user-vx8jc8ii9p 6 років тому

    Thank you!

  • @salmonfisher3288
    @salmonfisher3288 7 років тому +1

    Tomlin. .you're brilliant. .Thanks for making it easier and clear

    • @TomlinHarmonica
      @TomlinHarmonica  7 років тому

      That's great - I'm glad it was helpful for you :-)

  • @bethmurphy6761
    @bethmurphy6761 7 років тому

    THANKS!

  • @grooving_for_life
    @grooving_for_life 7 років тому +3

    I'm so excited! I finally sound like I'm headed somewhere with this! LMBO Thanks!

    • @TomlinHarmonica
      @TomlinHarmonica  7 років тому

      Awesome to hear that Emma - keep up the good work!

  • @bluesglimpse4936
    @bluesglimpse4936 2 роки тому

    Thanks man ❤️

  • @patriciahutson
    @patriciahutson Рік тому +1

    Young man,many grateful thanks from this old Girl . Just bought one to play as I go through Breast Cancer treatments, probably one handed ! Nothing like a challenge neh. So from this NZ Wahine, KIA ORA

    • @TomlinHarmonica
      @TomlinHarmonica  Рік тому

      That’s awesome Patricia - keep rocking! I hope treatment goes really well

  • @debbiearthurs3666
    @debbiearthurs3666 4 роки тому

    Thumbs up! great tutorial and easy to follow! Thanks! x

  • @rudraranjanupadhyay
    @rudraranjanupadhyay 6 років тому

    you inspire a lot brother.....love from India....

  • @mr.skwiggl3tattooist303
    @mr.skwiggl3tattooist303 7 років тому +4

    Man O man! This rocks and has helped so much. And the tab download is amazing. thanks heaps!!!!

    • @TomlinHarmonica
      @TomlinHarmonica  7 років тому

      +Mr.skwiggl3 Tattooist absolutely my pleasure :-)

  • @marksharrar108
    @marksharrar108 6 років тому +1

    I am really glad you use tab! I can follow and understand so much better!

    • @TomlinHarmonica
      @TomlinHarmonica  6 років тому

      +Mark Sharrar im glad you find the tab useful Mark!

  • @AuthenticatorMonkey
    @AuthenticatorMonkey 6 років тому +1

    This is going to be so much fun. Can't wait till my harmonica gets here on Monday.
    Really excited to dive into your videos. Thanks!

    • @TomlinHarmonica
      @TomlinHarmonica  6 років тому

      +AuthenticatorMonkey awesome! How are you getting on with it?

  • @stevehtml5490
    @stevehtml5490 3 роки тому

    " the building block ..." , thankful for that explanation , one step at a time . Thanks man

  • @aaronf8915
    @aaronf8915 6 років тому

    Dude you're amazing

  • @blablablanka1
    @blablablanka1 7 років тому +1

    Tks!

  • @ismaeln6483
    @ismaeln6483 4 роки тому

    Bravo,torero!!

  • @kylelima7191
    @kylelima7191 4 роки тому

    awesome vid thanks for the content

  • @mick62mick
    @mick62mick 7 років тому +3

    Just found you today and I'm enjoying your great lessons. I've obviously subscribed and liked. Thank you Tomlin!

  • @countrynahodapecka4615
    @countrynahodapecka4615 7 років тому +1

    beautifull, thank you..

  • @ericalbert6954
    @ericalbert6954 3 роки тому

    Merci beaucoup l'Ami !

  • @angelofazzina6825
    @angelofazzina6825 5 років тому +1

    I am 71 and am enjoying these lessons...good job by a good teacher..Mr. Tomlin

  • @billb1791
    @billb1791 7 років тому +6

    Thanks for sharing your knowledge with all of us! 62 years young and just starting....and subscribed!!!

  • @shirlyalexander9913
    @shirlyalexander9913 4 роки тому

    Thank you

  • @markymarkpowpow
    @markymarkpowpow 5 років тому +1

    this is great! thanks!

  • @glassman2822
    @glassman2822 2 роки тому

    Tonight is the first time I feel like I'm making music. Thanks for the great lesson!