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25 harmonica song lessons by Apoorva Bhatt

25 Harmonica Songs by Apoorva Bhatt

Video lessons for playing Hindi film songs on the chromatic harmonica. More on the Harmonica Channel.

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Which Harmonica to BUY?

The standard choice for most Hindi film songs is a 12-hole, 3-octave, chromatic (with slider) harmonica in scale C.

Will a diatonic harmonica do?
Not really. A diatonic (no slider) harmonica cannot play every song correctly.
Is a 16-hole better than a 12-hole?
No. 12 holes cover about 95% of Hindi film songs; the extra four holes are lower-octave notes mostly used for chords. Beginners also find 12 holes easier to handle.
Can I use a 24-hole “Tower” model?
You can play songs on it, but it is usually a toy-grade instrument. A 12-hole chromatic in C is better for learning.
Which brands?
German or Japanese makers: Hohner (German, approx. Rs 10–13K), Suzuki SCX-48 (Japanese, approx. Rs 12–14K), Seydel (German, approx. Rs 12–14K). Course members get help choosing an instrument.

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