Step 1: Gather Your Materials
- Harmonica; it’s best to choose one with a C major scale like the Hohner Big River Harp
- Harmonica holder.
Step 2: Learn Basics of the Harmonica
- Blow holes at the top of the harmonica
- Draw holes at the bottom
- Blow- draw method produces different notes
Step 3: Understand Your Harmonica Scale
- Study blow -draw notes to figure out their position
- This will guide you through the song notes
Step 4: Practice
- Learn to blow and draw notes with confidence
- Experiment with different harmonica notes
- Practice blowing and drawing notes in different scales
Step 5: Play the Song!
- Position the harmonica properly
- Ensure your lips are sealed for a great tone
- Here are notes to play for Happy Birthday
- 2,2,3,3,3,3,2
- 2,2,3,3,3,3,4(hold)
- 4,3,3,2,2,1(hold)
- 2,3,3,2(x2)
- Practice slowly.
- Gradually speed up as you get more comfortable.