Thanks Nick, I play this in three different chords , by ear, on a C harmonica and sing and play on a Baritone ukulele but have never seen anyone teach as simply as you do. I am already, subscribed and following you on the G harp. Amazing!
Just found your channel it’s class great explanations very easy to follow can’t wait for more have been looking for this kind of thing for awhile started playing harmonica in a little get together with friends and this is the kind of music we do 👍
I found your channel recently and have been using it quite productively. Thank you for the brilliant selection of tunes, the good explanations, and the tabs.
The Original tune is played in D G and C. The C harp in first position is C second position is G and third position id D That would give you all three keys for the song on one harp.
Should be able to play using a C harp for all three keys. G in second position C in first and D in third. That way you keep the the Hap solo in a great octave and the G is not at the high end with the D as the Piuges play it. .
I'm playing a G harmonica. It looks like I might be playing a Hohner Rocket in that video. I play various brands of harmonica, mostly Hohner, Lee Oscar and Seydel.
Hi Malcolm, I am aware that a lot of people make these diagrams with blow notes on the top. I did try that but my brain is so use to thinking the other way that I couldn't give these lessons without going very slow or making mistakes. I hope it's not too much of an issue. I have also provided the tab to download as an alternative way to follow along. Cheers, Nick :-)
I agree. It seemed to me that all the holes pointed at, from the start at 3:19 until the A note at 4:37, need to be moved up one place. From the F# at 4:38 everything seems to match. It’s a great arrangement though and a lot of fun to play. It’s good to try to play in different positions, other than the first, but without having to encounter the dreaded bend notes.
Thank you thank you thank you. No more switching.
We all deserve an easy life :-D
Thanks for this much appreciated.
I have always played by ear. I tried your version with number system and it worked well.
Thank you. I will look for more from you. Errol
Thanks Nick, I play this in three different chords , by ear, on a C harmonica and sing and play on a Baritone ukulele but have never seen anyone teach as simply as you do. I am already, subscribed and following you on the G harp. Amazing!
Just found your channel it’s class great explanations very easy to follow can’t wait for more have been looking for this kind of thing for awhile started playing harmonica in a little get together with friends and this is the kind of music we do 👍
Thanks for the feedback Gary, and welcome :-)
Can't believe I've never come across your channel before . Great video. Thanks will have a good nose around.
enjoy 😀
I found your channel recently and have been using it quite productively. Thank you for the brilliant selection of tunes, the good explanations, and the tabs.
Thank you. I'm glad it's useful to you.
Thanks Nick another amazing lesson!
Hi Nick I like that version l will give it a go. thanks for being so generous with your free tabs. (Neil
Is my harmonica broken or does it actually start on 4 draw not 3...
It`s not broken.
The Original tune is played in D G and C. The C harp in first position is C second position is G and third position id D That would give you all three keys for the song on one harp.
Ewan MacColl wrote it and released it as a single in 1953.
Should be able to play using a C harp for all three keys. G in second position C in first and D in third. That way you keep the the Hap solo in a great octave and the G is not at the high end with the D as the Piuges play it. .
There's no 3rd position in this arrangement. The other position is 12th so on a C harmonica it will be F.
Thanks for a GREAT Lesson... The Tab sheet you have provided is FAB!! Do you mind mentioning which Backing Track you are using... A BIG THANKS!!
Thanks Paul. I'm not using a backing track. I just accompany myself on guitar.
Witch type of harmonica do you use? This song is so beautiful .
Thanks
I'm playing a G harmonica. It looks like I might be playing a Hohner Rocket in that video. I play various brands of harmonica, mostly Hohner, Lee Oscar and Seydel.
Lovely. It would help me if you wrote in the sequences. I can’t write it down quick enough as your finger moves. Thanks
Hey Tony, there is also tab you can follow as an alternative way to learn the tune. Click on the link in the description to download it.
Hi Nick, just a small point could you put the draw notes on the bottom and the blow on Top,, it seams more natural this way. Thanks for the lesson.
Hi Malcolm, I am aware that a lot of people make these diagrams with blow notes on the top. I did try that but my brain is so use to thinking the other way that I couldn't give these lessons without going very slow or making mistakes. I hope it's not too much of an issue. I have also provided the tab to download as an alternative way to follow along. Cheers, Nick :-)
Hi Nick, no problem and thanks for your lessons.
I am guessing that you reverse the harmonica to play Putting the draw notes at the top rather than the bottom But thanks anyway.
Yes, correct
Disculpas, puede decirme los acordes de la guitarra de este lindo tema. Le agradezco y felicita señor.
G C G D Em :-)
WRONG! At 7.41. Should be 4 draw (A note) not 3 draw. Should be same as your tab. Thanks
I agree. It seemed to me that all the holes pointed at, from the start at 3:19 until the A note at 4:37, need to be moved up one place. From the F# at 4:38 everything seems to match. It’s a great arrangement though and a lot of fun to play. It’s good to try to play in different positions, other than the first, but without having to encounter the dreaded bend notes.