K–6Creative Studio
Harmonica Basics
Pocket-sized instrument
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QuincyBefore you start
- Age band
- K–6
- Time
- 15–30 minutes
- Quest type
- Hanging Out
- Guardian
- Juniper Jack · Sanpete
- Materials needed
- Hohner Special 20 Harmonica in C
- Harmonica Carrying Case
- Lee Oskar Harmonica in A (Second Key)
Why this skill rocks
A harmonica is like a whole band in your pocket! You can learn to play cool tunes and make music wherever you go, right now.
2034Where this could take you
Imagine in 2034, you could be entertaining people with your harmonica on the streets of Salt Lake City during the Olympics, or adding unique sounds to a school band performance!
What You'll Need
Optional materials for this quest.
Hohner Special 20 Harmonica in C
RequiredThe Special 20 is the go-to beginner harmonica — airtight, responsive, and easy to bend. The key of C is standard for learning and works with most free lesson resources.
Harmonica Carrying Case
RequiredProtect your harmonica from dust and pocket lint. Even a simple case keeps the reeds clean and extends the life of the instrument significantly.
Lee Oskar Harmonica in A (Second Key)
Once you are comfortable in C, adding a harmonica in A opens up different keys and lets you jam in second position for a fuller blues sound.