http://www.theharmonicacompany.comThe Harmonica Company BlogCopyright 2012 The Harmonica Company600musicTue, 22 Jan 2013 10:57:34 GMT Thanks to Charlie for sending us this shot of his new K&M performance tray being prepared for action...these trays can make all the difference between feeling assured and in control on stage or feeling a little bit panick stricken. Anyone who has had to fumble around for the right key harp in between numbers whilst still holding the mic,checking the set list and then trying to have a quick drink before the rest of the band plough on regardless whether you are ready or not will know what I mean... http://www.theharmonicacompany.com/harmonica_blog.asp Tue, 22 Jan 2013 10:56:38 GMT http://www.theharmonicacompany.com/harmonica_blog.asp?id=19 We have launched a Christmas prize draw which gives every customer the chance to win one of the fantastic Hohner John Lennon signature series harmonicas. For every single order placed between now and the 24th December we will enter your order number into the competition with the draw taking place on Christmas eve. We will post the result and the details of the winning customer on our Facebook page as well as right here on the blog. Happy Christmas and good luck to everyone. http://www.theharmonicacompany.com/harmonica_blog.asp Thu, 15 Nov 2012 11:09:21 GMT http://www.theharmonicacompany.com/harmonica_blog.asp?id=18 My package arrived in good order and I am really pleased with the harmonicas. Thankyou. Fred Sabean. Canada. http://www.theharmonicacompany.com/harmonica_blog.asp Fri, 26 Oct 2012 17:47:24 GMT http://www.theharmonicacompany.com/harmonica_blog.asp?id=17 Thanks to Paco for sending in a photograph of him in receipt of a brand new Tailfeather Torpedo v2 microphone along with a full set of Suzuki bluesmasters. Looks like you are all set to kick off. Better warn the neighbours !! http://www.theharmonicacompany.com/harmonica_blog.asp Wed, 26 Sep 2012 13:47:45 GMT http://www.theharmonicacompany.com/harmonica_blog.asp?id=16 We are pleased to be able to let you know that The Harmonica Company can now supply its customers with every single spare part for every single Hohner harmonica. We dont carry them all in stock but can get them to order especially for you. This includes cover plates,reedplates,combs,screws,springs,sliders,buttons etc etc..Just call us on 07501277590 for more details when you need a part to help you revive your old harmonica. http://www.theharmonicacompany.com/harmonica_blog.asp Fri, 14 Sep 2012 08:59:02 GMT http://www.theharmonicacompany.com/harmonica_blog.asp?id=15 Thanks to Alan Charlish for sending this photograph and message regarding his new Hohner Echo 120, Alan wrote " Attatched is a photo of me with my new harp. Over 50 years ago my mate and I used to play at bus stops for pennies. I cant remember how many pennies we made, I think most of them went on sweeties,but at least we learnt that you can make money with music. The new harp cost more than a few pennies but I think it is well worth the money. Thanks for your help,the competetive price and the super fast delivery. I can highly recommend your service as you certainly go that extra mile. Regards, Alan" Thanks Alan, we hope you enjoy your Echo. http://www.theharmonicacompany.com/harmonica_blog.asp Thu, 7 Jun 2012 15:12:59 GMT http://www.theharmonicacompany.com/harmonica_blog.asp?id=14 Dave Walker blowing harp with the No Parkin blues band - "Great service from The Harmonica Company - Thanks Andy for your quick delivery." Cheers Dave, happy to oblige, good luck with the band. www.noparkinblues.com http://www.theharmonicacompany.com/harmonica_blog.asp Sat, 2 Jun 2012 13:53:06 GMT http://www.theharmonicacompany.com/harmonica_blog.asp?id=13 Thanks to Joao Marcelo from Brazil for sending us a photo of him with his brand new Suzuki SCH24 ensemble harmonica. http://www.theharmonicacompany.com/harmonica_blog.asp Mon, 28 May 2012 14:09:31 GMT http://www.theharmonicacompany.com/harmonica_blog.asp?id=12 We have just taken delivery of the brand new Hohner instant workshop harmonica toolkits that Hohner have been developing for a little while. They include all the tools that you will need to either repair,customise or service your harmonica to your precise personal specification. For all tool specs and descriptions including an excellent demonstration video by Steve Baker, please check out these excellent kits which you can find within the "Harmonica accessory" section of the left hand menu. Thanks. http://www.theharmonicacompany.com/harmonica_blog.asp Tue, 22 May 2012 16:43:00 GMT http://www.theharmonicacompany.com/harmonica_blog.asp?id=11 Brand new and coming soon, the Hohner Flex rack harmonica holder. Hohner have produced a great new neck rack which is destined to be a must have accessory for anyone wanting to play harp whilst singing or playing another instrument. Hohner have greatly improved on conventional and traditional neck racks by making it stronger, more versatile and easy to use than any other rack of its kind. Due in during June and available to pre-order over the next few days. The new Hohner flexrack will be listed within the harmonica accessory part of the left hand menu. Check it out. http://www.theharmonicacompany.com/harmonica_blog.asp Mon, 21 May 2012 16:02:25 GMT http://www.theharmonicacompany.com/harmonica_blog.asp?id=10 I Bought myself a harp from you guys last year, great shop. On my my new album "Away from the bright lights" I am playing the song Pretty Penny on the Hohner f sharp low. http://www.theharmonicacompany.com/harmonica_blog.asp Tue, 1 May 2012 13:52:24 GMT http://www.theharmonicacompany.com/harmonica_blog.asp?id=9 Indrajit happily received his Hohner chromonica 270 deluxe within two weeks of ordering - door to door from the uk to India is some going these days. Happy days and happy harping Indrajit. Thanks for the photo. http://www.theharmonicacompany.com/harmonica_blog.asp Tue, 10 Apr 2012 12:43:59 GMT http://www.theharmonicacompany.com/harmonica_blog.asp?id=7 Thanks to Luigi Sterlini for sending in a shot of him playing his Lee Oskar with his band "Eat the Lemon". Its a great name for a band and they obviously love their food because Luigi even told me that when this photo was taken he thought he was playing a chorizo and feta sub. If you would like to appear on our blog, please send a photo and a few words, short story or essay etc..to theharmonicacompany@blueyonder.co.uk. Thanks http://www.theharmonicacompany.com/harmonica_blog.asp Wed, 21 Mar 2012 08:05:45 GMT http://www.theharmonicacompany.com/harmonica_blog.asp?id=6 Here is Roy Davies from New Zealand playing in his retirement village band (second from left). He is playing his Hohner double sided comet octave tuned harmonica. Thanks for the photo Roy. http://www.theharmonicacompany.com/harmonica_blog.asp Mon, 19 Mar 2012 09:27:11 GMT http://www.theharmonicacompany.com/harmonica_blog.asp?id=5 The new John Lennon "Imagine" harmonica will be with us during April 2012 and is sure to be a very popular addition to Hohners signature series range of diatonic harmonicas. Following in the footsteps of the Bob Dylan and the Steven Tyler models,this harmonica will appeal to any Beatles or John Lennon fan and is a "must have" addition to any serious harmonica collection. Featuring brilliant white cover plates, a clear acrylic comb and presentation box, the "Imagine" harmonica will pay tribute to the legacy of one of the worlds greatest musicians and composers of the 20th century. More details are available for this model within the "whats new" section of the website and we are taking advance orders now. http://www.theharmonicacompany.com/harmonica_blog.asp Fri, 16 Mar 2012 13:38:58 GMT http://www.theharmonicacompany.com/harmonica_blog.asp?id=4 Over the next week or so we will be starting a regular harmonica company blog and we would like you to join in...we will be talking about loads of harmonica related stuff and we would also really like to receive photographs of you playing your harmonicas. Send us a photo and a few words and we will publish it right here on the blog. Send them to this email address. theharmonicacompany@blueyonder.co.uk Thanks. http://www.theharmonicacompany.com/harmonica_blog.asp Sat, 10 Mar 2012 10:56:02 GMT http://www.theharmonicacompany.com/harmonica_blog.asp?id=3 The harmonica, also called harp, French harp, blues harp, and mouth organ,[1] is a free reed wind instrument used primarily in blues and American folk music, jazz, country, and rock and roll. It is played by blowing air into it or drawing air out by placing lips over individual holes (reed chambers) or multiple holes. The pressure caused by blowing or drawing air into the reed chambers causes a reed or multiple reeds to vibrate creating sound. Each chamber has multiple, variable-tuned brass or bronze reeds, which are secured at one end only, leaving the other free to vibrate. Reeds are pre-tuned to individual tones, and each tone is determined according to the size of reed. Longer reeds make deep, low sounds and short reeds make higher-pitched sounds. On certain types of harmonica the pre-tuned reed can be changed (bending a note) to another note by redirecting air flow into the chamber. There are many types of harmonicas, including diatonic, chromatic, tremolo, orchestral, and bass versions. http://www.theharmonicacompany.com/harmonica_blog.asp Fri, 2 Mar 2012 16:13:08 GMT http://www.theharmonicacompany.com/harmonica_blog.asp?id=2