Harmonica Fundamentals with Joe Filisko - Active Blues Breathing

Chicago based harmonica guru Joe Filisko discusses the second fundamental of playing harmonica called active blues breathing, while also having tangents about Paul Butterfield and Little Walter. They explore the distinctions between Sunnitary and Chicago blues styles. The playing style of Paul Butterfield is analyzed. The concept of active blues breathing and controlling airflow is discussed, along with understanding upper and lower range in breathing. The chapter concludes by looking ahead to chords and tongue blocking as the next topic.