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You're either probably breathing incorrectly or playing too hard. Slow down and work on technique instead of power.
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Could a harmonica have reeds?
yes
How do you fix a damaged harmonica reed?
They don't have reeds
How many reeds are there in a harmonica?
A Harmonica has one reed for each hole it has. For example, a Diatonic Harmonica has ten holes, ten pitches, and thus ten reeds. Longer reeds have lower pitches. The reeds tend to be metal. If a reed bends, the corresponding pitch will not work.
Why are brass reeds used in a harmonica?
Brass is soft enough to vibrate with an easy blow, but rigid enough to retain its shape. Also it can be made into thin sheets to keep the harmonica small. Stainless steel can be used also, because of this thinness and ability to retain its shape. Phosphor bronze also, but wears out faster. Woodwind type reeds would require a lot more space and material. Wood can be used and still is used for the body.
How a harmonica works?
AnswerThere are many types of harmonicas. I will describe to you how a diatonic harmonica works.A harmonica has a chambered body with each chamber containing 2 small metal reeds. The reeds are flipped in alignment from each other.As you blow into one of the chambers air passes over the first reed and causes it to vibrate and this vibration causes the sound you hear. As you draw air in through a chamber ("suck on a harmonica") the air passes through the chamber in reverse and causes the second reed to vibrate. because the reeds are aligned oppisately - the air direction will determine which reed vibrates.Harmonicas use a series of reeds lined up from longer to shorter. The shorter the reed - the higher the pitch of the note sounded.Some harmonicas use a wood body and some use plastic. There are also synthetic and metal reeds, which affects the pitch.
How does a harmonica work?
AnswerThere are many types of harmonicas. I will describe to you how a diatonic harmonica works.A harmonica has a chambered body with each chamber containing 2 small metal reeds. The reeds are flipped in alignment from each other.As you blow into one of the chambers air passes over the first reed and causes it to vibrate and this vibration causes the sound you hear. As you draw air in through a chamber ("suck on a harmonica") the air passes through the chamber in reverse and causes the second reed to vibrate. because the reeds are aligned oppisately - the air direction will determine which reed vibrates.Harmonicas use a series of reeds lined up from longer to shorter. The shorter the reed - the higher the pitch of the note sounded.Some harmonicas use a wood body and some use plastic. There are also synthetic and metal reeds, which affects the pitch.
Do the air channels in harmonica combs vary in size for different keys?
No, the air channels are the same size, it is the reeds which are in different sizes.
Is a blues harmonica a brass instrument?
No. The Harmonica is a small instrument and is blown through, and the harp is a large instrument that is held between the legs and plucked. The other instrument that is played with mouth is the Jews Harp this is often confused with the Harmonica
What part of harmonica vibrates to produce sound?
It has multiple, variably-tuned brass or bronze reeds which are secured at one end over an airway slot into which it can freely vibrate. The vibrating reeds repeatedly interrupt the airstream to produce sound. The player selects the notes by the placement of his or her mouth over the proper airways. These holes are usually made up of discrete holes in the front of the instrument. Each hole communicates with one or more reeds, depending on the type of harmonica. Because a reed mounted above a slot is made to vibrate more easily by air from above, reeds accessed by a mouthpiece hole often may be selected further by choice of breath direction (blowing, drawing). Some harmonicas, primarily the chromatic harmonica, also include a spring-loaded button-actuated slide that, when depressed, redirects the airflow.
A long lasting paperlike material made from reeds and used by scribes to keep records on in ancient Egypt.?
The 'paper' was made from papyrus reeds.
What material is used to hold reeds in place on a thatched roof?
Hazel is used as hoops to keep the reeds secured in place for a thatched roof.
Why do reeds for clarinets wear out quickly?
Clarinet reeds do eventually wear out, but not that quickly. I have found that most students break or chip reeds long before they wear out. Once a student learns to avoid breaking, splitting or chipping reeds they can last several weeks to several months. It helps to avoid eating just before you play, especially sugary snacks, and to brush your teeth or at least rinse your mouth well. You'll need a storage container that will keep the reeds flat, and it's a good idea to clean the reeds with a hydrogen peroxide solution from time to time (especially if you eat or drink while playing. It is a good idea to have several reeds ready to play (properly broken in ) so you can play different reeds in rotation, allowing each to rest between playing.At the same time you can slowly break in new reeds so you have more ready when you need them. I find that when I'm playing regularly, if I keep at least four reeds ready and play them in rotation, I lose less than one each month. Many of those can be trimmed and adjusted to extend their lif even longer.
