The Importance of Jamming
“Practice” Here’s an excerpt from my book “No, Seriously, I Play Harmonica” on JAMMING AND FEEL I often talk about the importance of playing and...
Interview With Harmonica Instructor Jonah Fox
I had a great time chatting with Jonah about my approaches to harp playing and we covered many of the topics in my book as...
What to Buy a Harmonica Player? Essential Gifts for Harmonica Enthusiasts.
Two Essential Gifts for the Harmonica Player: “No, Seriously, I Play Harmonica” (Roly Platt’s new book) and the “Harp Wah” (accessory) Finding the right gift...
New Book Release: “No, Seriously, I Play Harmonica” – A Must-Read for Musicians and Harmonica Enthusiasts!
New Book Release: “No, Seriously, I Play Harmonica” Ready to dive into the world of harmonica through the decades-long career of a Canadian legend? “No,...
Wireless System – Review
NUX B-5RC Wireless System Now, after a many more shows since making this video, I’m loving this even more. Simple, pop into the hard-shell charging...
Swingin’ — it’s the best!
Using a Seydel 1847 Classic Playing swing music is a blast because of its infectious rhythms and unique phrasing possibilities. There’s a great joy...
Book Reviews: No, Seriously, I Play Harmonica
Reviews on Roly’s new harmonica book: Hilarious stories… Roly shares the challenges and joys of discovery in music practice and performing with this portable...
Nice relaxing vibe here
In my new book, I discuss in depth the idea of experimenting with phrasing. Tips on getting started and moving forward in this extremely important...
Route 66 — Harmonica: Roly Platt
Turned 66 in July. So what better song to jam to. Order Roly’s Book: “No, Seriously, I Play Harmonica”
Attracting Fish With a Harmonica!
Relaxing, and chatting about my new book: No, Seriously, I Play Harmonica
New Book for Harmonica Players
“No, Seriously, I Play Harmonica” The brand new book by Roly Platt Roly’s book is much like a lively conversation; it is humorous, entertaining, and...
Shane Eli Sager
Shane Eli Sager with his Harp Wah and a Low F Thunderbird Check out more on Shane Here
Country Harmonica
Playing along with a Vince Gill classic Song in G, C harp with flattened 7 draw tuning (Parrott tuned) Harp Workshop: Hot Licks –...
(Bluesy) Bluegrass Harp
I’ve always loved playing to bluegrass. This is a standard Seydel Session Steel, Song in B (E harp)
FUNK 99 Harmonica (3rd Pos.)
Checkout my new book: “No, Seriously, I Play Harmonica” Groovin’ in 3rd position. Song in B, Harp is A
Pedal Review: JOYO “AMERICAN SOUND” Amp Simulator
In this video I’m playing straight into my Mac via my interface, (an Apogee Duet 2) with just a touch of reverb – no Amp...
Sub ‘N’ Up Octave Pedal Review
Sub ‘N’ Up Octaver This is the Compact Version of Hugely Popular Sub ‘N’ Up Octaver with the Polyponic Octave Engine and TonePrint (customize your...
Harmonica Shuffle – Roly Platt
Here’s some improvising over a ‘Humpty Dumpty’ shuffle groove. Workshop: Improvising
MOJO in 3rd Position Harmonica
Normally a 2nd position song, I’m experimenting with some 3rd position ideas for a change: Got My Mojo Workin’. Song in E (D harp) ...
New Custom Harp Mic Review
I received this mic from Lance at Lazy lancester.com to demo and review, and as you’ll see, I’m enjoying it so far. Surprisingly dirty which...
What’s a good gift idea for a harmonica player?
The holidays are again approaching and each year we struggle to find the perfect gift. If you’re looking for a gift idea for a harmonica...
Harmonica Effects… The Harp Wah
Harmonica Mute?? Yup. It’s a Thing. The Harp Wah Is Like a Trumpet Mute For Harmonica Players. Harp Wah + Handle
Rockin’ Funk – Harmonica
Checkout My Funk Harmonica Workshop: Workshop: All “Funked” Up I’m Improvising in Bb — played in 2nd pos. (Eb Seydel 1847 Classic harp) Standard tuning...
Kayak Fishing & Harmonica
Beautiful area off of Georgian Bay Ontario, CA My Trolling Motor: Minn Kota Endura Max – 40lb Amazon.com: https://amzn.to/3PmDhyw Kayak: Feel Free Lure 11.5
Session: Marc Jordan – New Release
Had a chance to lay down some harp on this beautiful release by Marc Jordan – Rio Grande. Featuring trumpet great Randy Brecker, and piano...
