On 9/24 Eric Mallow wrote: > What are your impressions of Howard Levy's "New Directions for the Harmonica etc. Eric, I have found these instructional materials to be most valuable. I am a beginning harp player(2 yrs.) but have played guitar for thirty. Both of David Barret's books will have you playing harp in no time. Those two books are written wonderfully well with scales and "jams' i.e. exercises that you can follow right along with(if you buy the accompanying C.D).Talk about the most fun you can have with your hands ! I did find Howard Levy's instructional video to be a bit advanced from where I am at this point. HOWEVER, just watching the man play is worth the price of the tape and you can always learn his techniques later(much later :-). I hope this answers your questions somewhat. Learn alot and have a good time. John User3434~ol.com