How to Get Killer Harmonica Groove (Using a Metronome) 

Hey Luke, I agree that rhythm/groove is the most important thing for any musician. Your suggestions are right on the money! When I started in middle school (the year I bought my first Marine Band), I wanted to join the school band, but all the spots for brass and woodwinds were taken (and harmonica was not included ;-) ). The only slots left were in the percussion section, so I joined. We spent the first half a year learning to count and keep the beat. That has helped me with every other instrument I ever learned, in particular the guitar and the harmonica (which I have only recently taken up again). I think a lot of folks have the most trouble with the rests - it is so tempting to try to fill the "empty" space. This is something I observe time and again when young musicians join our church band. If - as you say - they are able to jam and perform with other musicians who have a great sense of time, then they tend to pick this up pretty quickly, which is why it is important to us to let them perform in the band, even if they aren't quite perfect. But I think I will share your video with them, so that they have a way to work on their rhythm when they are practicing alone.

Love your videos Luke, I'm 56 and picking up the harmonica and the violin at the same time. Never played anything and your teaching style is nice. Thanks!

Thank you Luke , you are a blessing !

Luke, First time I got my Harmonica out since for Wife brought it , And I really enjoyed it Thanks I look forward to playing with you 😁

Thank you. Good stuff.

Great tutorial!

Thank you 🙏🏿

Great Luke

lowrider! subscribed. I love that song

Hi from UK, love your channel, I’m learning how long blues by EC, there is a magnificent harmonica playing through most of it. Any chance to get a lesson or breakdown. Many thanks H

What confounds me in using a metronome or foot tap is what notes align with a click or foot tap, whether using sheet music or playing from memory. Rhythm is my downfall!