Riffin' Offbeat
Here's a new harmonica riff played to the Offbeat Blues Rhythm.
Harp N Guitar Blues - Riffin'
Lesson Info
Lesson Length: 7:08
Instructor: George Goodman
Concepts
* Riffin' harmonica riff
* Offbeat Blues Rhythm
Recommended Gear
Takamine EG541SC
I am playing my black tak in this one.
This is a Takamine G Series EG541SC bought in North Carolina when I was playing in a band called Double Take.
Specs:
Top - Solid Spruce
Back - Nato
Sides - Nato
Finger Board - Rosewood
Electronics - TK40
Finish - Gloss Black
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The D harmonica is required for second position Blues in A.
I often play through a Shure Green Bullet microphone Model 5200 and Fender Super Champ amplifier
The Hohner Harmonica Neck Holder fits harmonicas up to 7-1/2" long.
With a long-lasting nickel-plated finish, this harmonica rack is adjustable and fits any neck shape.
Help File
Riffin' and the Offbeat Blues Rhythm
This lesson combines a simple rhythm, the Blues offbeat comp with a 4 bar harmonica riff.
The riff is played three times in a 12 Bar Blues progression so that even though the chords may change, the riff stays the same.
The harmonica part that I'm demonstrating is played in second position and so we'll use a D harmonica for this.
Check out the Gear tab above for harmonica specials.
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Hohner Harmonica Holder
The Hohner Harmonica Neck Holder fits harmonicas up to 7-1/2" long, has a nickel plated finish and fits any neck shape.
I have used a similar holder for over 25 years. This no-nonsense holder will work for you.
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