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David Barrett
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Welcome to my UA-cam page! As I have time I intend to place videos of my live performances and some unique blues harmonica lessons for UA-cam viewers!
Vintage 47 Amps Shop Tour with Steve Woolley and David Barrett (BluesHarmonica.com Interview Sample)
Join Steve Woolley for a shop tour of Vintage 47 Amps. In this tour Steve shows us the production process of their amplifiers and in the interview (available to subscribers of BluesHarmonica.com) we discuss their history, design approach, models, and finish with playing a couple of their amplifiers. Thanks to Steve, his wife Deirdre, and my wife Sharon Barrett for helping with the filming. This interview was held in San Pedro, California in July of 2023. To learn more about their current offerings, visit vintage47amps.com. To see the full interview, subscribe to BluesHarmonica.com
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Grand Finale, Song 3 - Harmonica Masterclass Workshops Concerts 2023
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Here's the last of three grand finale songs from the final concert night of the Harmonica Masterclass Workshops in Trossingen, Germany (6/10/2023). The event was produced by Steve Baker and sponsored by Hohner Harmonicas. Harmonica players are Joel Anderson, Steve Baker, Joe Filisko, Santiago Alvarez, Bonny B., Chris Kramer, and myself, David Barrett. Supporting musicians are Robert Carl Blank ...
Grand Finale, Song 2 "Stormy Monday" - Harmonica Masterclass Workshops Concerts 2023
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Here's the second of three grand finale songs from the final concert night of the Harmonica Masterclass Workshops in Trossingen, Germany (6/10/2023). The event was produced by Steve Baker and sponsored by Hohner Harmonicas. Harmonica players are Steve Baker, Joe Filisko, Santiago Alvarez, Bonny B., Chris Kramer, and myself, David Barrett. Supporting musicians are Robert Carl Blank (Guitar), Eri...
Grand Finale, Song 1 - Harmonica Masterclass Workshops Concerts 2023
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Here's the first of three grand finale songs from the final concert night of the Harmonica Masterclass Workshops in Trossingen, Germany (6/10/2023). The event was produced by Steve Baker and sponsored by Hohner Harmonicas. Harmonica players are Steve Baker, Joe Filisko, Santiago Alvarez, Bonny B., Chris Kramer, and myself, David Barrett. Supporting musicians are Robert Carl Blank (Guitar), Eric...
Side Hustle (for the Dads... Greg Barrett and Bob Meheula) - The Family Suite (Trossingen, Germany)
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For this concert I wrote a song for each close family member, keeping their personality in mind in the process. Here's the encore song written for my dad (Greg Barrett) and father-in-law (Bob Meheula). The footage comes from the Harmonica Masterclass Workshops Concert in Trossingen, Germany (6/10/2023). The event was produced by Steve Baker and sponsored by Hohner Harmonicas. Musicians: Robert ...
To Mom with Love (for Linda) - The Family Suite (Trossingen, Germany)
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For this concert I wrote a song for each close family member, keeping their personality in mind in the process. Here's the sixth song written for my mother, Linda Barrett. The footage comes from the Harmonica Masterclass Workshops Concert in Trossingen, Germany (6/10/2023). The event was produced by Steve Baker and sponsored by Hohner Harmonicas. Musicians: Robert Carl Blank (Guitar), Thomas Fö...
Lettin' Loose (for Cheryl) - The Family Suite (Trossingen, Germany)
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For this concert I wrote a song for each close family member, keeping their personality in mind in the process. Here's the fifth song written for my mother-in-law, Cheryl Meheula. The footage comes from the Harmonica Masterclass Workshops Concert in Trossingen, Germany (6/10/2023). The event was produced by Steve Baker and sponsored by Hohner Harmonicas. Musicians: Robert Carl Blank (Guitar), T...
First Dance (for Sharon) - The Family Suite (Trossingen, Germany)
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For this concert I wrote a song for each close family member, keeping their personality in mind in the process. Here's the fourth song written for my wonderful wife, Sharon. The footage comes from the Harmonica Masterclass Workshops Concert in Trossingen, Germany (6/10/2023). The event was produced by Steve Baker and sponsored by Hohner Harmonicas. Musicians: Robert Carl Blank (Guitar), Thomas ...
All The Feels (for Ray) - The Family Suite (Trossingen, Germany)
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Here's footage Sharon took from her phone (thank you baby) at Steve Baker's Harmonica Masterclass Workshops Concert in Trossingen, Germany (6/10/2023). For this concert I wrote a song for each close family member, keeping their personality in mind in the process. Here's the third song written for my oldest, Ray. The event was produced by Steve Baker and sponsored by Hohner Harmonicas. Musicians...
Chump Change (for Landon) - The Family Suite (Trossingen, Germany)
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Here's footage Sharon took from her phone (thank you baby) at Steve Baker's Harmonica Masterclass Workshops Concert in Trossingen, Germany (6/10/2023). For this concert I wrote a song for each close family member, keeping their personality in mind in the process. Here's the second song written for my oldest stepson, Landon. It took a while for the band to get into the groove of the song’s form,...
Mischief (for Rylan) - The Family Suite (Trossingen, Germany)
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Here's footage Sharon took from her phone (thank you baby) at Steve Baker's Harmonica Masterclass Workshops Concert in Trossingen, Germany (6/10/2023). For this concert I wrote a song for each close family member, keeping their personality in mind in the process. Here's the first song written for my youngest stepson, Rylan. The event was produced by Steve Baker and sponsored by Hohner Harmonica...
Lick Train by David Barrett (Official Release) - Blues Harmonica Instrumental
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This song comes from Track 3 of my 2003 CD release "Serious Fun” with John Garcia. I use an A Diatonic Harmonica in 2nd Position (Key of E). I hope you enjoy. Music Notation: Written in C Score (as if you’re playing on a C Harmonica in 2nd Position, Key of G) Education: If you would like to learn about the techniques used in this song, join me for lessons at BluesHarmonica.com Harmonicas: I pla...
I Love You More Every Day by John Garcia & David Barrett (Official Release)
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This song comes from Track 2 of my 2003 CD release "Serious Fun” with John Garcia. I use a G Diatonic Harmonica in 2nd Position (Key of D). I hope you enjoy. Music Notation: Written in C Score (as if you’re playing on a C Harmonica in 2nd Position, Key of G) Education: If you would like to learn about the techniques used in this song, join me for lessons at BluesHarmonica.com Harmonicas: I play...
Serious Fun by David Barrett (Official Release) - Blues Harmonica Instrumental
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This song comes from Track 1 of my 2003 CD release "Serious Fun.” I use an A Diatonic Harmonica in 2nd Position (Key of E). Note that the song has two heads, with Head 1 coming back at the end of the song, and Head 2 being used between soloists. Normally, solos start at the beginning of the form, but in this song each soloist starts from the V (bar 9 of Head 2). You’ll also hear a bridge at the...
Four Methods of Harmonica Reed Replacement with Kinya Pollard (The Harpsmith)
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Join Kinya Pollard for his latest HARPSMITH Bench lesson at BluesHarmonica.com. If you like this lesson, become a subscribed member to see more of Kinya's harmonica repair and customization tutorials (as well as over 4,000 lesson videos on various blues harmonica education topics). For those of you interested in hearing the full version of the HARPSMITH Bench theme song, here is the SoundCloud ...
Sassy Cat - w/David Barrett and Sheriffs of Schroedingham (Harmonica Transcription Info Below)
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Sassy Cat - w/David Barrett and Sheriffs of Schroedingham (Harmonica Transcription Info Below)
Jerry Portnoy's Approach to Improvising - Interview Snippet for BluesHarmonica.com w/David Barrett
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Jerry Portnoy's Approach to Improvising - Interview Snippet for BluesHarmonica.com w/David Barrett
In Memory by David Barrett (Studio Session, Day 2) - The Making of "It Takes Three"
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In Memory by David Barrett (Studio Session, Day 2) - The Making of "It Takes Three"
A.G. Blues by Gary Smith and Aki Kumar (Studio Session, Day 2) - The Making of "It Takes Three"
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A.G. Blues by Gary Smith and Aki Kumar (Studio Session, Day 2) - The Making of "It Takes Three"
Up All Night With The Blues by Gary Smith (Studio Session, Day 2) - The Making of "It Takes Three"
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Up All Night With The Blues by Gary Smith (Studio Session, Day 2) - The Making of "It Takes Three"
Alviso Rock by Gary Smith (Studio Session, Day 2) - The Making of "It Takes Three"
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Alviso Rock by Gary Smith (Studio Session, Day 2) - The Making of "It Takes Three"
Bombay Stroll by Aki Kumar (Studio Session, Day 2) - The Making of "It Takes Three"
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Bombay Stroll by Aki Kumar (Studio Session, Day 2) - The Making of "It Takes Three"
In Love With My Baby by Aki Kumar (Studio Session, Day 2) - The Making of "It Takes Three"
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In Love With My Baby by Aki Kumar (Studio Session, Day 2) - The Making of "It Takes Three"
Blow! Blow! Blow! by David Barrett (Studio Session, Day 2) - The Making of "It Takes Three"
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Blow! Blow! Blow! by David Barrett (Studio Session, Day 2) - The Making of "It Takes Three"
Dark Night, Part 2 by David Barrett (Studio Session, Day 2) - The Making of "It Takes Three"
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Dark Night, Part 2 by David Barrett (Studio Session, Day 2) - The Making of "It Takes Three"
Dark Night, Part 1 by David Barrett (Studio Session, Day 2) - The Making of "It Takes Three"
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Dark Night, Part 1 by David Barrett (Studio Session, Day 2) - The Making of "It Takes Three"
Here We Go, Part 2 by David Barrett (Studio Session, Day 2) - The Making of "It Takes Three"
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Here We Go, Part 2 by David Barrett (Studio Session, Day 2) - The Making of "It Takes Three"
Here We Go, Part 1 by David Barrett (Studio Session, Day 2) - The Making of "It Takes Three"
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Here We Go, Part 1 by David Barrett (Studio Session, Day 2) - The Making of "It Takes Three"
Mojo Hand Blues by Gary Smith (Studio Session, Day 1) - The Making of "It Takes Three"
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Mojo Hand Blues by Gary Smith (Studio Session, Day 1) - The Making of "It Takes Three"
Tribute to Jr. by Gary Smith (Studio Session, Day 1) - The Making of "It Takes Three"
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Tribute to Jr. by Gary Smith (Studio Session, Day 1) - The Making of "It Takes Three"
VERY NICE, You are a craftsman Greg
Wow!!! Great sounds here.
Natural teacher & great analogies !
Well played
I don't think anyone explains blues harmonica better than Dave. I'm really glad I found him, and through buying Special 20's, lol. I've signed up for the one month free, but will definitely become a paid member for the next several months at least. Thank you Dave, for sharing your talent with the blues world.
Ik speel LLE harmonica ik hoor nieuwe geluiden super 😊
Hi. I am a retired engineer who has an idea for a new kind of reed based instrument (prototype works!) and would love to talk with you how I might fabricate some custom reed plates and fasten reeds to them. Would be happy to compensate you for your time. How might I contact you?
Hello Andrew. You can contact Kinya here harpsmith.com/
I've been looking at Vintage 47s for a while. Now I'm going to have to buy one. This is awesome.
"The song is the picture, everything else is the frame." Such wisdom!!!
great video. Thanks for making it!
Génial ! belle improvisation 👋
So is this a solution if you can’t overblown?
Yes! Brings back great memories. Thank you, David.
This was great stuff. Looking forward to November this year.
Good insight by the master.
Glad that monkeys off his back.
Funny
Far Out
Wow.
Awesome video! Thank you for the tour
Sounds a bit like " Last night " Little Walter !!
Oh yeah!
Thank you for the bideo
Been playing harp 47 years. Regardless, it's always good to review fundamentals. Billy highlighted some great points.
Is that Steve Baker on lead guitar??????
I use to take lessons from Dave back in Morgan hill… like in 98(ish). All these years have gone by and he’s still blowing my mind.
Sir question : I read from Arzaq (I think ..) that when a reed was gapped , it was better to wait 1-2 days before closing the harmonica because of metal (brass in our case) strain relaxation. I didn’t believe too much but …I must say that it did happen on my MB on the 2 reed blow. I had gapped it the way I wanted . But it wasn’t consistent. I had to go to work etc. 2 days later , I tried it…and voila! Simply gorgeous she is now . Coincidence? Comments?
Hello ikust007, we both get around don't we?! Regarding your recent experience--it was no coincidence. I am in the process of formulating my thoughts for a future HARPSMITH Benchcraft UA-cam episode, specifically addressing "Ductility" properties of harmonica reeds. How to use Ultrasonic Treatment for stress relaxation after reed work (tuning, gapping, etc.) to encourage reed longevity. But for now, my recommendation is to allow your harmonica to sit idle for one week, then verify the tuning and playability before securing the Cover Plates. Your HARPSMITH, Kinya
@@HARPSMITH900 gorgeous answer !
@@HARPSMITH900 cheers ! Another question : is there a varnish on the brass reeds !?
@@ikust007Absolutely NOT!
@@HARPSMITH900 thank you sincerely: someone was saying that the sonic cleaner would peel off the varnish… and I wanted to be polite so I said that I didn’t think there was varnish , With all modesty .
Vraiment bien!
Thank you for addressing this touchy (but needed to mentioned) topic. Yes, soundcheck and getting the amps closer to ear level with proper stage mix - 100% spot on. A real 'band' that plays gigs together with a setlist and stable personnel HAS to have a consensus about what is it: is it a power trio? They might not want a harp player. Vocalist / guitarist who likes the tone color and shadings that blues harmonica excels at? (Muddy Waters / Chicago classic sound): this can be a perfect fit. Getting less experienced players to listen to how Jr Watson, Jimmy Vaughn, Myers Bros back up a harp player can be wonderful mutual growth. Everyone listens better and appreciates everyone's input. If the band is built around a singer its the harp player's job to listen and DO NOT step on the vocal...of course a nice pad / following chord changes can sweeten the mix immeasurably. Pulling a person aside really helps, esp singers: "hey how does this fit?" "this isn't clashing is it?" Genuine appreciation for everyone's contribution means alot. Communication can be nonverbal as well but having (or creating) a role needs to come from some consensus. I heard a trio once with harp playing very low chunky rhythm...later he switched to bass gtr. It was wonderful Earplugs (one ear?) to deal with a loud member / best monitors & placement help too. Thanks again for your video.
I misspoke concerning 'amps closer to ear level'. It can be an option but pointing things in a reasonable direction helps...again less experienced players may only be listening to 'their part'. The bull in the china shop guy can ruin a gig. I recall the joy of shit-canning loud over-playing no-dynamics drummer(s) - once after the 1st set. Listening is a skill - when playing with great musicians it's a major reward of the gig. But hey - all of us has overplayed so try to finesse the situation. Players need to learn somewhere. However Miles Davis advice against hiring old MF's has some truth. Being an old guy myself I'm trying to be alert to the common mistakes Gary and David describe.
Found you here also ! Cheers HarpCraftsman!
David is better
Thank you
Great advice from a legend ❤
He is such an amazing player!
0:20 Professional stand for the chassis.
Very important to learn thé difficulties of the instrument Extra I'll listen every Day 😅
Yoda and Mister Miyagi had a child together...that child grew up to be...David Barrett, the world's greatest sensei.
Aspiring blues harp player here. Kim is the guy I’m listening most to, he’s amazing
Maestros de la armonica !
Que bien que sea traducido al español , muchas gracias , me facina el blues !
Lo disfruto mucho , gracias
Magic Dick and Kim Wilson are the reason I learned to tongue block. I spent months learning songs, but it was missing something… so glad folks like them share info so willingly and have moved the craft upward and onward.
Beautiful amps! Which one of you modes do you make specifically for harmonica?
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Y’all’s phrasing and dynamics are incredible. 👏 I hope you don’t mind if I steal some licks 😂
Mr. Portnoy is one of the most intelligent and talented harmonica players in the world. He learned from the best and perfected his skills . Great musician . He interprets the blues better than any players today.
Shades of the Andrew's Sisters! Awesome
Love it fabulous