Most popular harmonica songs (With Tabs)

The harmonica, also known as a mouth organ or French harp, is a small wind instrument that anyone can play. It's as simple as blowing or drawing air through reed chambers while blocking or opening holes with the mouth and lips. It consists of a series of reed plates mounted in a comb-shaped body, each hole containing a reed tuned to a specific pitch. The harmonica's versatility and portability make it popular in various musical genres, including blues, folk, rock, and jazz. Our easy-to-follow tablature will help you master classic and modern hits. Unleash your musical talent and thrill your friends and family with your harmonica skills!

1. House of the Rising Sun by The animals

5   -6  -7   7    8   -8   -6  -6 

There is  a  house  in  New Orleans,

-10  -10 -10   9  8   8

They call the Rising Sun.

-10 -10  -10  -7   7   8  -8-6 -6 -6   -6

And it's been the ruin of many a poor boy,

 -6  -6  -6  6 5  6   -6

And God, I  know  I'm one.

 -10 10 -10  9  7  -8 -6 

My  mother was a tailor,

 -10  -10  9    8    8

Sewed  my new blue jeans.

-10 -10 -10   9  7   -8  -6 -6  -67

My   fa-ther was a  gam--bl-in' man,

-6  -6  6 5 6  -6

Down in New Orleans.

-10 -10 -10 -10    9   7  -8  -6  -6 

Now the onl--y   thing a gambler needs,

-10 -10 -10 -10   9  8   8

Is   a  suitcase and a trunk,

-10 -10 -10 -10   9    7   -8-6

And the   o-nly time he'll be,

-6  -6  7   -6  -6   -6  6 5 6   -6

Sa-tisfied, is when he's a-ll a drunk.

-5  -6 -7   7    8   -8  -6 

Oh mother tell your  children,

-6  -10 -10 -10  9  8     8

Not  to do what  I have done.

10   -7    7    8  -8  -6 -6-6-6

Spend your lives in sin and misery,

-6 -6    -6  -6  6   5  6   -6

In the house of the rising sun.

{Word's}   -10 -10  -10  9  7   -8  -6 

Well I've  got one foot on the platform.

-10 -10   -10   9  8    8

The other foot on the train.

-10 -10 -10   9   7 -8   -6 -6  7 

I'm go--in' back to New  Orleans,

7  -6   -6  6   5  6    -6

To wear that ba-ll and chain.

-10   -10 -10 -10   9    7 -8  -6 -6

Well there is   a house in New Orleans,

-10  -10 -10   9  8   8

They call  the Rising Sun.

-10 -10   -10 -10   9   7 -8-6 -6 -6   7 

And it's been the ruin of many a poor boy,

-6  -6 -6 6   5  6  -6

And God, I kn-ow I'm one.

2. Take Me Home Country Roads by John Denver 

6  6    -6   6  -6   6  -6   7

AL-MOST HEAV-EN,WEST VIR-GIN-IA

ALL MY MEM'-RIES GATH-ER 'ROUND HER

-8   -8     8   -8   -6  -6  -6    6  6 -6 7

BLUE RIDGE MOUN-TAINS,SHEN-AN-DOAH RIV-ER

MIN-ER'S LA-DY,STRAN-GER TO BLUE WA-TERS

6   6  -6   6    -6  7    7   8    8

LIFE IS OLD THERE,OLD-ER THAN THE TREES

DARK AND DUST-Y,PAINT-ED ON THE SKY

-8   -8  -8  -8    8  -8

YOUNG-ER THAN THE MOUN-TAINS

MIST-Y TASTE OF MOON-SHINE

-6   7    7 -8   7

GROW-IN' LIKE A BREEZE

TEAR-DROP IN MY EYE

7  -8    8     8  7   -8    8 -8    7   8  9 -10

COUN-TRY ROADS,TAKE ME HOME  TO THE PLACE I BE-LONG

-10  -10  9  8    8   -8   7  -8

WEST VIR-GIN-IA,MOUN-TAIN MOM-MA

8   -8   7   7   -8    7

TAKE ME HOME,COUN-TRY ROADS

7  7    7    -7    7 -8   8    8    8    8    8    7

I HEAR HER VOICE, IN THE MORN-ING HOURS SHE CALLS  ME.

7 -9  -9  -9   -9 -9  8  -8   7 -8 8  8  -8

RA-DIO RE-MINDS ME OF MY HOME FAR A-WAY

-8   8   8    8   8   -8 -8 -8 -8  7    7

AND DRV-IN' DOWN THE ROAD I GET A FEEL-IN'

7  7    7     7   7   7

THAT I SHOULD HAVE BEEN HOME 

-8  8   -8  -8   8  -9

YES-TER-DAY,YES-TER-DAY 

3. Heart Of Gold 

4 6 -5 5 -4 4 3

6 7 -6 6 -6 6 5

4 4 4 5 5 5 5 5 -5 5 4

Em        C     D         G

4  4   4   -6   6  6   -4  5

I want to live, I want to give,

Em          C           D        G

4    4   4 -6-6  -6 -6  6    -4  5

I've been a miner for a heart of gold.

Em           C          D       G

4     4   4  -6  -6    6 6 -4   5

It's these expressions, I never give,

Em7                         G

-4    5   -4  5  -4    4 -4  5    -6 6  5

that keep me searchin for a heart of go-ld.

C                      Am7  G

3   3   4  4   4

And I'm gettin old.

Em7                    G

5   5   5   -4   4 -4  5    -6 6  5

Keep me searchin for a heart of go-ld, 

C                      Am7  G

3   3   4  4   4

and I'm gettin old.

SOLO 1:

4 6 6 -5 5 -4 4 3

7 8 -6 6 -6 6 -6 6 5

7,8 7,8 7,8 6,7 6,7 4,5 4,5 4,5 

4 -4 4 -4 5 5 -4 4

Em           C

4    4   4  -6 -6 -6

I've been to hollywood,

D            G

6    6   -4  5  5

I've been to redwood,

Em            C           D        G

4    4     4  -6-6  -6 -6  6    -4  5

I crossed the ocean for a heart of gold.

Em              C

4    4   4  -6  -6

I've been in my mind,

D           G

6    6  -4  5    5

it's such a fine line,

Em7                          G

-4    5    5   5  -4    4 -4   5   -6 6  5

that keeps me searchin for a heart of go-ld.

C                         Am7  G

3   3   4  4   4

And I'm gettin old.

Em7                     G

5    5   5  -4   4  -4   5   -6 6  5

keeps me searchin for a heart of go-ld.

C                         Am7  G

3   3   4  4   4

And I'm gettin old.

SOLO 2:

6 6 7 -6 6 7 -6 6 -6 -6 6 5

6 6 4 6 6 4 6 4 5 -5 5 -5 5 4 4 4

7 6 7 6 -6 6 -6 6 5 -4 4

Em                     D        Em

5  5   5   5    5  5  -4   -3  3

Keep me searchin for a heart of gold.

Em                      D        Em

3    3   3 3  3   3  3  -4   -4  4

I've been a miner for a heart of gold.

Em                     D        Em

4   4   4   4    4  4  -4   -2  3

Keep me searchin for a heart of gold.

Em                         G

3   5   5   5   5   -4  5  -6   6  -4  5

You keep me searchin for a heart of go-ld.

Am7  G

4. Hallelujah

5    6     6     6  6 -6 -6   -6

I've heard there was a secret chord

5    6 6    6      6  6    -6    -6   -6

That David played, and it pleased the Lord

6  -6   -6   -6 -6   -6   6  6  -5  6   6

But you don't really care for music, do you?

5   6    6    6     6   -6     -6   -7

It goes like this, the fourth, the fifth

6    7     7    -6   7 7   -8

The minor fall, the major lift

7   -8  -8   -8   -8 8 8    8  -8 -8 7  7

The baffled king composing Hal-le-lu---jah

5  6  -6 -6   -6  6  5   5

Hal-le-lu-jah, Hal-le-lu-jah,

5  6  -6 -6   -6  6  5 -5 5 -4 4 -3 4

Hal-le-lu-jah, Hal-le-lu------------jah

5    6     6     6   6   6   -6 -6   -6

Your faith was strong but you needed proof

5   6   6   6  6   -6 -6   -6

You saw her bathing on the roof

6  -6 -6  -6  -6  -6   6    6 -5  6     6

Her beauty and the moonlight over-threw you

5   6    6  6  6 -6  -6   -7

She tied you to a kitchen chair

6   7     7     7     -6   7   7    -8

She broke your throne, she cut your hair

7   -8  -8   -8   -8   8    8   8  -8 -8 7  7

And from your lips she drew the Hal-le-lu---jah

Hallelujah, Hallelujah,

Hallelujah, Hallelujah

6  6  6  6    6    -6  -6 -6

Maybe I have been here before

5  6    6    6    6    -6     -6   -6

I know this room, I've walked this floor

6  -6  -6  -6  -6 -6  6  6  -5  6    6

I used to live alone before I  knew you

5    6    6    6   6   6  -6 -6  -7

I've seen your flag on the marble arch

7   7   7 -6  7  7   -8

Love is not a victory march

7   7 -8   -8  -8  -8  8  8   8  -8 -8 7  7

It's a cold and it's a broken Hal-le-lu---jah 

5. Happy Birthday Song

6  6   -6    6   7 -7

Hap-py birth-day to you, 

6  6   -6    6  -8  7

Hap-py birth-day to you, 

6  6    9    8   7 -7  -6

Hap-py birth-day to ___ ___ 

-9  -9   8    7  -8  7

Hap-py birth-day to you.

6. I Can't Help Falling In Love With You by Elvis Presley 

4   6   4  -4  5  -5    5   -4

wise men say on-ly fools rush in

 3 -3 -4     4

but i can't help

-4     5 -5  5   -4    4

fall-ing in love with you

4   6  4    -4   5  -5 5  -4

shall i stay would it be a sin

3 -3  -4    4

if i can't help

-4    5  -5  5   -4    4

fall-ing in love with you

-3   5  6  -7  -6

like a riv-er flows

-3   5  6  -7  -6

sure-ly to the sea

-3    5  6 -7   -6

darl-ing so it goes

6    6     5    6    5  -5

some things were meant to be

4    6    4

take my hand

-4    5  -5    5   -4

take my whole life too

3    -3 -4      4

cause i can't help 

-4    5  -5  5   -4     4

fall-ing in love with you

7. Cowpoke by Colter Wall

Intro: 7 -6 6 -6 6 -6 6 5 (45)                

Solo: 456 7 -6 6 -6 6 -6 6 5 (45)

7 -6 6 -6 7 -6 6 5

7 -6 6 -6 7 -6 6 5

5 6 -6 7 -6 6 -6 7 -6 6 5 

7 -6 6 -6 7 -6 6 5 (45)

8. Bella Ciao by Pietro Gori

+5 -6 -7 +7 -6 

+5 -6 -7 +7 -6 

+5 -6 -7 +7 -7 -6 +7 

-7 -6 +8 +8 +8 

+8 -8 +8 -9 -9 

-9 +8 -8 -9 +8 

-8 +7 -7 +8 +7 -7 -6

(repeat for each verse) 

9. Piano Man by Billy Joel

6 -6 6 -5 5 -5 5

4 -4 5 -4

5 -5 6 -6 6 -5 5 -5 5

4 -5 5 -4 4

Making love to his tonic and gin

5 -5 6 -6 6 -5 5 -5 5

4 -5 5 -4 5

-4 5 -5

You've got us feeling alright

5 -5 6 -6 6 -5 5 -5 5

4 -5 5 -4 5

And probably will be for life

5 -5 6 -6 6 -5 5 -5 5

4 -5 5 -4 5

(Piano solo)

-4 5 -5

You've got us feeling alright

5 -5 6 -6 6 -5 5 -5 5

4 -5 5 -4 5

-4 5 -5

You've got us feeling alright

5 -5 6 -6 6 -5 5 -5 5

4 -5 5 -4 5

10. Amazing Grace by John Newton 

3 4  5   4     5        -4        4       4       3

Amazing  Grace, how sweet the sound,

3          4       54          5      -456   6

That saved   a      wretch  like  me.

56    65    65     4   5-4    4     4      3

I     once was lost but now am found,

3           4     54         5  -4  4

Was blind, but    now I see.

6  7 8-87         8        -8        7      -6       6

Amazing  Grace, how sweet the sound,

6          7      8-87       8       -889    9

That saved   a      wretch  like   me.

89      98     98     7  8-8   7     -6      6

I     once was lost  but now am found,

6-6       7     87     8  -8     7

Was blind, but  now I   see.

6    7  8 7      8        -8        7     -6       6

Amazing Grace, how sweet the sound,

6           7    8 7         8     -8     9 

That saved a__ wretch like me.

8   9 8   9 8    7     6   -67    7 -6        6

I once was lost but no-w   am__ found,

6           7    8 7     8  -8   7

Was blind, but now  I see.

11. Somewhere Over The Rainbow by Judy Garland

 4    7   -7  6   -6 -7     7

some-where o-ver the rain-bow

some-where o-ver the rain-bow

4  -6  6

way up high

skies are blue

4    -6  6

there's a land

and the dreams

5  -5  6    -6

that i heard of

that you dare to dream

-4   -3 4  -4  5  4

once in a lull-a-by

real-ly do come true

6    5   6    5   6   5 6    5

some-day i'll wish up-on a star

6   -5   6  -5

and wake up where

6   -5     6  -5 6 -6 -7

the clouds are be-hind me

6     5    6   5    6   5   6    5

where trou-bles melt like le-mon drops

6 -5  6  -5   6   -5   6   -5

a-way a-bove the chim-ney tops

6     -5    6      -6  -7

that's where you'll find me

4    7   -7 6   -6  -7   7

some-where o-ver the rain-bow

4   -6     6

blue-birds fly

5    -6  5  4  -4    5  -5

birds fly o-ver the rain-bow

-4   -3   4   5    4

why,then why,can't i ?

6  5   6  5   6   5    6    5

if hap-py lit-tle blue-birds fly

6  -5   6   -5   6

beyond the rain-bow

-5   6 -6  -7    7

why,oh why,can't i?

12. Follow the Sun

7... 6 -6 6 5

-5 5 -5 5 -5 6 -6 6

-6 6 -6 6 5 -5 5 4 -4 5

6 -6 6 5 -5 5 4 -4~ 4

6 -6 6 5, 5, 5 -5 5 4

6 -6 6 5, 5, 5 -5 5 -5 6 -6 6 5 -5 5 4

-4 4 5... -5 5 4... -4 4

5 -5 5 -5 6 -6 6 5 -5 5 4... -4 4

13. Folsom Prison Blues (Key of G)

The classic country song by Johnny Cash tells the story of a man who is serving time in Folsom State Prison for various crimes he committed, including murder. The narrator expresses remorse for his actions and reflects on the loneliness and despair of being incarcerated. He longs for freedom and laments the consequences of his past mistakes, particularly the pain he has caused to his loved ones.

4 5 5 -5 6 4 4 

4 5 5 -5 6 4 

4 5 5 -5 5 6 4 

4 -4 5 4 -4 4 

-44 -4 4 -4 4 -4 4 

-4 -4 4 -4 4 -4 3 

4 4 -4 -4 4 -4 3 

3 3 3 3 2 1

14. Free Bird

This rock song by Lynyrd Skynyrd explores themes of freedom, longing, and self-discovery. The lyrics follow the narrator's journey as they reflect on their desire to break free from constraints and embrace life on their own terms.

8 9 8 -8 7 -8 7

-8 -8 7 7 7 -6 6 

8 8 8 9 8 -8 -8 7 

-8 -8 -8 8 -8 7 7 7 -6 6 

8 8 9 8 -8 7 -8 7 

-8 -8 -8 7 7 -6 6 

8 8 9 8 -8 7 -8 7 

-9 -9 -9 -9 -9 -9 9 

-9 -9 -9 -9 -9 -9 9 

-9 -9 -9 -9 -9 -9 9 -9 9

15. Circle of Smiles

2 -3 -4 4
-2 -3 -4 4
<-1 <-2 -3 -4 4 -4 -3
-3 -5 6 -6
<-3 -5 6 -6 6 7 -6 6 <-5 6
2 -3 -4 4
-2 -3 -4 4
<-1 <-2 -3 -4 4 -4 -3
-3 -5 6 -6 6 7 -6 6 <-5 6 6 6 6 5 -3
-4 -3 3 -2 2
2 -3 -4 4 -4 -3 2
-2 -3 -4 4
<-1 <-2 -3 -4 -5 5 -4 4 -3
-3 -5 6 -6 6 -5 5
<-3 -5 6 -6 6 7 7 -6 -6 6 6 <-5 6
-4 -3 3 -2 2
2 -3 -4 4 

16. Erika

Erika is a German military song written by Herms Niel during World War II. The song is sung from the perspective of a soldier who longs to reunite with his sweetheart named Erika. The lyrics express the soldier's affection for Erika and his yearning to be by her side, even as he faces the hardships and dangers of war. 

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+2 -1 +3 +3 +3 +4 +4 +5 +5 -4+4
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+3 +4 -3 -3 -3 -3 -2 -3 +4
-3 +4 -4 -4 -4 -4 +6-5 +5
+2 -1 +3 +3 +3 +4 +4 +5 +5-4+4
-3 +4 -4 +5-4+4

17. Bink's Sake

This a song from the popular anime series "One Piece." It serves as a recurring theme throughout the series, often associated with the character Brook, a musician and member of the Straw Hat Pirates.

5 6 6 6 -6 6 5 6 

5 6 6 6 -6 6 5 4 

6 5 -4 4 -3 ~3 4 

6 5 -4 4 -3 4 3 

-3 4 3 3 

-3 -3 4 -4 

5 5 -4 4 -4 

9 8 -8 7 -6 -7 7 

9 8 -8 7 -6 7 6 

-6 7 6 6 

-6 -7 7 -8 

8 8 -8 7 -8

18. Bluey Theme

This is the opening theme song for the Australian animated television series "Bluey." The song is a joyful and upbeat tune that reflects the playful and adventurous spirit of the show. It features lively instrumentation, including ukulele, guitar, and percussion, which create a cheerful and catchy melody.

8 -8 7 7 6 -6 7 -6 6

8 -8 7 7 6 -6 7 6

8 -8 7 7 6 -6 7 -6 6

8 -8 7 7 6 -6 7 6

19. Dirty old town

This song by The Pogues is a folk song that paints a vivid picture of urban life, particularly in industrialised cities. The lyrics describe the sights and sounds of a gritty, working-class town, highlighting both its charm and its flaws. The narrator reflects on the mundane aspects of everyday life, such as walking the streets, working in factories, and encountering familiar faces.

+3 +4 -4 +5 +4 -4 +5 +4 +3 

+5 +6 -6 +6 -6 +5 +4 +5 

-6 +6 +5 +4 -4 +5 +4 +3 

+3 +4 +5 -4 

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-6 +6 +5 +4 -4 +5 +4 +3 Spring's a girl in the street at night 

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20. The Lord of the Rings - Concerning Hobbits

This piece of music composed by Howard Shore for the film adaptation of J.R.R. Tolkien's "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy. It serves as a musical representation of the peaceful and idyllic lifestyle of the hobbits, the small, gentle folk who reside in the Shire.

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21. Hook

The rock song by Blues Traveler explores the concept of commercialism and the formulaic nature of pop music. The lyrics criticize the tendency for popular songs to rely on catchy hooks and repetitive melodies to attract listeners, rather than meaningful lyrics or musical complexity.

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22. Southside of Heaven

The song by Ryan Bingham that reflects on the hardships and struggles of life, while also finding solace and redemption in simpler pleasures. The lyrics describe a narrator who has faced adversity and challenges, but still holds onto hope and resilience.

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23. Amazing Grace

The Christian hymn with a deeply spiritual message. It reflects on the transformative power of divine grace and redemption, as experienced by the songwriter, John Newton. The lyrics express gratitude for the saving grace of God, which is portrayed as an overwhelming force capable of bringing hope, forgiveness, and salvation to a wretched soul.

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24. Fly me to the Moon

The classic jazz standard written by Bart Howard in 1954. The song is often associated with Frank Sinatra, who popularized it with his rendition in 1964.

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25. Dear Mr. Fantasy (Key of A)

The psychedelic rock song by Traffic explores themes of escapism, disillusionment, and the search for meaning. 

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26. Ring of fire

The song written by June Carter Cash and Merle Kilgore, famously performed by Johnny Cash. The song describes the passionate and consuming nature of love, likening it to a "burning ring of fire" that one cannot escape. 

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27. Blowin in the Wind

The folk song by Bob Dylan poses a series of rhetorical questions about peace, freedom, and social justice. The lyrics inquire about the nature of human suffering, war, and inequality, reflecting on the moral and ethical dilemmas faced by society.

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28. I Guess That's Why They Call It The Blues

The pop ballad by Elton John explores themes of loneliness, heartbreak, and the search for emotional connection. The lyrics tell the story of a person who is grappling with the pain of a failed relationship and the feeling of emptiness that comes with it.

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29. 

The celebratory song written and performed by Stevie Wonder. The song serves as a heartfelt tribute to Wonder's daughter, Aisha Morris, who was born in 1975. The lyrics express Wonder's overwhelming joy and gratitude for the birth of his daughter, celebrating her presence and the love she brings into his life. 

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30. Free Falling

The rock song by Tom Petty tells the story of a person's journey through life and the experiences they encounter along the way. The lyrics describe the narrator's observations of life in Los Angeles, reflecting on the people and situations they encounter.

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31. Have you ever seen the rain?

The folk rock song by Creedence Clearwater Revival explores themes of disillusionment, uncertainty, and perseverance. The lyrics reflect on the challenges and hardships of life, using the metaphor of rain as a symbol of adversity and struggle. 

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32. Imagine

The song by John Lennon envisions a world without borders, divisions, or conflict, where humanity lives in harmony and mutual understanding. Lennon's lyrics encourage listeners to imagine a future where people coexist peacefully, without the barriers of religion, nationality, or possessions.

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33. Bohemian Rhapsody

The rock song by Queen is divided into several distinct sections, including a ballad, an operatic segment, and a hard rock section, each contributing to its unique and eclectic sound.

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34. Wonderwall

The song by Wonderwall about love and longing. The lyrics are directed toward someone who is seen as a source of comfort and hope amidst life's challenges.

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35. Waltzing Matilda (Key of C) 

The iconic Australian folk song that tells the story of a swagman, or itinerant worker, who travels through the Australian outback with his belongings wrapped in a cloth (called a "Matilda") slung over his back.

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36. What a Wonderful World

This is classic song celebrates the beauty of the world around us. The lyrics describe various natural elements and everyday experiences, such as trees, skies of blue, clouds of white, and the faces of people passing by. 

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Popular Harmonica Songs (Frequently Asked Questions)

What is the most famous harmonica solo?

Billy Joel's song "Piano Man" has remained a hit for decades since its release as a single in 1973. Initially considered unfit for an album, its catchy melody and memorable harmonica solo proved otherwise.

What is the easiest songs to play on harmonica?
  • Twinkle Twinkle Little Star.
  • Mary Had a Little Lamb.
  • Jingle Bells.
  • Amazing Grace.
  • Happy Birthday.
What songs can I play with a harmonica in C?

To mention a few popular titles, they are: The Beatles – Let it Be, Billy Joels Piano Man, Oasis – Don't Look Back in Anger and John Lennons Imagine.

Who popularized the harmonica?

Matthias Hohner brought the harmonica to America in the 19th century, marking the start of its modern history. The harmonica's affordability and portability made it ideal for a country constantly on the move, such as America at that time.

What music genres use harmonica?

The modern harmonica, also known as the harp, has been in use since the early 19th century. It's commonly found in blues, country, rock and roll, and folk music. These genres share similarities in structure and often draw inspiration from one another.

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