Professional harmonica player Ben Hewlett introduces this intermediate harmonica course, covers its scope, and shares some of its cool takeaways.

There are many different ways to hold a harmonica, but two of the best ways are highlighted in this lesson from professional harmonica player Ben Hewlett.

In this lesson, discover the different kinds of breathing, how they can be used when playing the harmonica, and how these techniques affect your tone.

In this lesson, learn specifically how to make your harmonica sound its best, as well as how to consistently create a fat tone when you play.

Through a jaw harp demonstration, discover how varying the size of your mouth can make your harmonica sound rich and full, instead of thin and reedy.

Learn all about harmonica embouchure and different techniques for playing just one hole in this lesson, as well as a couple others for playing different styles.

In this lesson, get familiar with the ways you can utilize tongue blocking to play just one hole on a harmonica, as well as different rhythms.

Learn how the circle of fifths determines the harmonica's notes and chords, and discover how that affects the notes it can play while in a certain key.

Ben "Harmonica" Hewlett demonstrates the techniques for playing several familiar tunes. He also discusses music theory that applies to the harmonica itself.

Follow along to learn some simple syllables and techniques for chugging that can have you jamming along to a traditional 12-bar blues on your harmonica.