Latest videos
A new video every Sunday from the porch: holding the harp, single notes, rhythm and bends.
Playing along with a record
Putting on an old blues record, finding the key and joining in a little at a time.
Why a bend takes weeks, not days
What is happening in your mouth, and a small daily practice that gets you there.
Your first draw bend, slowly
Draw on hole four and drop the note a little with your tongue and throat. A short, slow try.
Keeping your harps clean and in tune
Water, crumbs and what to do when a reed goes flat. How I look after mine.
Newsletter
Porch Notes
A short letter every Sunday from the porch: one tune, one tip and one thing to try on the harp this week.