VOLUME #3
Entire Video Covers Phrasing

12 Bar Blues Construction
   Question & Answer
   Question & Answer Phrasing 
   Statements 
   Adding a Tail 
   Pick-ups 
   Turns 
The IV Chord
   C Blues Scale? 
The V-IV-I Transition
   Using Root Notes
   Using Chord Tones 
   The D Blues Scale 
   Running Through the IV Chord 
Turnaround
   Question 
   Buildup to Return 
   Review of 12 Bar Blues 
Constructing Your Solo!
   Learning a New Lick 
   Shelves 
   Four Measure Phrases 
Soloing Blocks
   1st Through 3rd Hole Soloing Block 
   1st Through 4th Hole Soloing Block 
   1st Through 5th Hole Soloing Block 
   1st Through 6th Hole Soloing Block 
   6th Through 10th Hole Soloing Block 
Soloing Themes
   The Head 
   Soloing Blocks 
   Long & Short 
   Four Measure Phrases
Song Forms
   Introductions 
   Breaks 
   Endings 

Reviews on this Video:
"I have purchased your four-tape Building Harmonica Technique series. This is the clearest, most detailed presentation of blues harmonica technique I have seen. From the explanation of embouchure to the explanation of music theory and the exploration of the 12-bar structure, this material is clear, concise and downright fun. I'm only through the first two tapes, but have already more than gotten my money's worth. David Barrett is a great instructor. Thanks for this much-needed material."

Ed Metzler


“I thought you should know that thanks to you and your video series, I have seen much improvement in the following areas:

1.  Bent vibrato!!!
2.  Tongue block embouchure
3.  Familiarity within the 12 bar blues (thanks to your jam tracks CD!!!)
4.  Articulation
5.  Blues scale patterns
6.  Bullet mic technique
7.  My lower jaw movement has helped my speed, accuracy and my mic playing!!!
8.  My cheeks do not puff out quite as much anymore
9.  My ability to maneuver around the lower six holes of the harp

I must be both a visual and auditory learner because it wasn't until you explained the 12 bar blues progression as you pointed to the bars and various notes within the chord that it finally clicked.  Your video includes the first explanation of the 12 bar blues progression that made any real sense to me.  It seems so simple now and I'm quite frustrated and embarrassed that it took me 3 years to comprehend what I could have learned in only 15 minutes with your videos."

Sincerely, Garrett Lydic

"I purchased your 4 video collection and I've been through all four tapes. You did a really nice job with your project and I am very grateful for all your hard work!!! I'm on day number 6 of my 3 weeks on holes 1-3. What a great idea!!! I would never have thought to do that but limiting myself to certain notes really teaches you how those notes can work together in a solo. I can see a big difference already. I'll add holes as you indicated on the video. It looks like the next 4 or so months are all planned out for me."

Garrett Lydic - Frankford, DE


“I have done an enthusiastic preview of your video series and I have to say Thank You Very Much!  Words have a way of becoming devalued but your work is truly EXCELLENT in every sense.  Thanks for the inspiration not just for becoming a great harp player but for doing a thing well that is worth doing in the first place.  It is a rare treat to see such excellence and humility combined. Thanks again.”

Larry Tranberg - Campbell, CA


"The Building Harmonica Technique Series Video's, and the Soloing CD's are by far the most professional harmonica educational products on the market.  You have set the standard for harmonica instruction.  I am looking forward to improving my ability as a player with the use of your products."

Tom Kottmeier

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