Harmonica Revolution: Are You Ready To March On Washington?

by JP Allen

Does music support happiness? Could it help spread the spirit of peace? I think so!

Am I nuts? I must be, because my first harmonica teacher, Hal Walker from Kent, Ohio (HalWalkerMusic.com) and I are planning a harmonica march on the capital. Would you like to know when we’re marching? One way to keep tabs on our progress is to sign the email list below.

If there are enough people interested from your state or country, we may just bring the revolution to a planet near you.

(The quality of this video is low but I wanted to share with you the easiest way I know of to serve the Harmonica Revolution … that is, to inspire young people to play harmonica.)

And what is this harmonica revolution of which I speak? Well, as with most of Hal’s amazing ideas, “They always seem easier when I’m in the bath tub! It’s getting out there in the world and doin’ it that’s sometimes tough.”

So, before I really bust my butt trying to organize a march on Washington, I actually wanted to see if someone like you would be interested in this this bath-tub-madness. I thought this blog would be the perfect place to find out.

What will it look like? Ten thousand harmonica players, young and old, from all over the world having a darn good time playing harmonica as we march towards the capital.

And what are we marching for? Good question. LOL.

The harmonica revolution is in its infancy, so we want to find what you care about. If you feel inspired please leave your comments below because this will definitely have an influence on the direction we take the Harmonica Revolution.

Here are some issues that Hal and I believe are worth jamming for:

World Peace (might as well start small )

Restorative Justice (e.g., bringing music therapy to inmates in penitentiaries, rehabilitation of our youth in inner cities…)

MORE MUSIC EDUCATION (in American public schools and other places in the world): We all know about the studies that show that music actually makes kids smarter … but, let’s face it, … we don’t only need kids that are smarter; if the kids of today are going to be able to solve the problems of tomorrow they’re going to need to be creative…darn creative! (Am I ranting? : ) )

Music Therapy in hospitals and for our senior citizens.

Sound like a music revolution? It is. Then why is the harmonica the perfect instrument? Because of its size, cost, how easy it is to learn and have fun with, and how easy it is to bring along for a march on Washington. : )

Hal and I confess that we don’t know how to organize a revolution (or make our beds) so we’d love your help. We do know that we care. And we also know that our ability to play music on the harmonica has brought a whole lot of happiness to our lives.

Personally, I believe another revolution that’s born from anger (and creates another bad guy to destroy), isn’t going to help our world at this time. I’m ready for a revolution that’s born on the backs of people having fun together (people who are fully present to their love and respect for one another, the earth, and all living things).

Right now I’m imagining you, me, Hal and 10,000 others marching on Washington, with big sunny smiles in our hearts, and the mighty little harmonica in our mouths. And when we get to the capital building and the music stops, what are we going to say?

Truth is I don’t know but I’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments section below.

Would you like to be filled in on our progress? If yes, sign up for the below email we’ll keep you updated on our progress (This will also help me know if there are enough people interested to make this dream worth pursuing…and that it’s time to get out of the bath tub!)

By JP Allen

If you think it would be fun for you to get together with me, Hal, and harmonica players from all over the world, I’ll definitely keep you in the loop. We may even bring the Harmonica Revolution to a city near you.
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  LARRY MCGEE

  i like every time i hear you play so yes it was good im just not able to pay an im disable so its a little harder for me

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  JP Allen

  Thanks Larry. Sending Blessings.

  jp

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  DemonsWing

  Hey,

  I like it. It’s real good.

  I gave a buddy a C Big River for his birthday. He didn’t seem much into it. I’ll keep trying.

  DW

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  JP Allen

  Hey DW! I’ve noticed that too. Some people just catch the harmonica fever and others don’t…I can never tell in the beginning if someone’s going to get into the harmonica.

  Thanks for putting it out there!

  jp

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  Ken Ward

  Sounds like a really great idea, but as I am in New Zealand it would be a bit difficult for me to attend. But I wish you well and hope it really takes off.

  Best Wishes,

  Ken Ward

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  JP Allen

  I was hoping to visit New Zealand some day. Maybe we can get some harmonica players together for a jam some day.

  Thanks for staying in touch Ken!

  jp

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  Sylvia

  And when we get to the capital building and the music stops, what are we going to say?

  “Harmony is the key, worldwide”!!

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  Billy

  I love this idea! One goal might be a musical march to encourage law makers to do their part in healing the environment.
  You said it yourself “I’m ready for a revolution that’s born on the backs of people having fun together (people who are fully present to their love and respect for one another, the earth, and all living things).” I work in the healing arts and have been a professional singer for about 30 years. We both know that music is one of the most healing things in the world. Vibration at its best. The music and the march will be an expression of the peoples “love and respect for one another, the earth, and all living things.” The question upon arrival might be What will the law makers do for our Mother Earth.
  I got my first harmonica for Christmas from my grandmother when I was 8 years old and have had one with me since. I’m not very good at it but hold on to hope. hehe.
  Billy

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  JP Allen

  Hey Bill. I will play harmonica for all of my days to support human beings finding a natural balance between enjoying the earths resources and respecting the fragility of life and it’s delicate ecosystems.

  That’s so cool you grandma gave you your first harmonica! Yeah Granny!

  jp

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  Joan

  I say yes to the revolution for all the reasons you gave, but especially keeping music in public schools. As long as we’re dreaming big, let’s include all the arts! I remember learning about composers in school like Stephen Foster, and the stories behind some songs. “The Star Spangled Banner” would be a good example. Not only is this educational, but it gives children a sense of pride in their country and a life long appreciation for music.

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  JP Allen

  Love this idea Joan!

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  Matthew M McKenzie

  March on. It may or may not make a difference. With all the knuckleheads we have in the Capitol Building I doubt that it would but it would certainly be entertainment for the people that actually live there and maybe they can keep the pressure on. I too am a fan of arts in the schools since I enjoyed singing in the choir classes.Who knows, maybe a march and a song would open their ears and eyes. It beats getting all prune-skinned in the bathtub.

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  JP Allen

  LOL LOL!

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  Dan

  Don’t think I’ve EVER met an angry harmonica player (who was playing)! Great way to let it all out! Agree on what a great instrument for schools, nursing homes and detention facilities!

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  JP Allen

  Yeah Dan! Great way to express emotions.

  jp

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  Ron

  Jp, one of the things i like most about your overall approach to this instrument is that you INSIST on keeping it fun. You even admit the instrument is easy to learn and fun to play! Good for you…keep it real brother.

  If I could go to Washington with you, I would. My job prevents it, but I pray you find many blessings in this endeavor.

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  JP Allen

  Thanks Ron! I like that “you INSIST on keeping it fun”. It’s true. When someone sets their heart to learning harmonica I become passionate about helping them fulfill their dream. And making it fun and easy seems to be important for a lot of people when their first starting out.

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  ash

  Hi jp. A bit over the top straight off but it is well documented that music is very progressive to a persons development and overall mental and social health.
  If these benefits could be expressed to a responsive government the implications could be very beneficial, not to mention the absolute joy in playing a musical instrument.
  What a lovely world if we all played harp. Getting the word across needs patience, thats all.
  Regards Ash

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  JP Allen

  Thanks Ash! Patience is key. One little step at a time!

  jp

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  charles

  This sounds so much fun..Wish I could make it over but I am over a thousand miles away in Malaysia. If ever you plan something like this for South East Asia, you can bet your last dollar I’d be there.
  And JP, thanks for your tireless efforts and selflessness in bringing the joys of the harmonica to us…you’re like the patron saint of the harmonica

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  JP Allen

  LOL! Sending you a sunny smile from the heart! South East Asia here we come!

  jp

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  JP Allen

  Yeah. I like that Joan. Let’s include all the arts. Because it’s all about developing creativity and letting kids experience how fun the arts are.

  jp

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  Lee Coates

  JP you never cease to amaze me. I’m all in for this one. Keep me posted and keep on spreading the love for harmonica!

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  JP Allen

  Wow! I was having a bit of tired day today but after reading your blog and all the other amazing entrees….I’m feeling back on track! I’ve got my joy back!

  jp

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  Facundo

  That seems like a grat idea
  I’d love to be there, but I live in Argentina XD

  Anyways, you have my support, and I’ll talk to other english-speakig people to join this cause

  Good Luck!

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  JP Allen

  Thanks Facundo!~

  jp

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  Bob Lubbers

  Hi

  I play at two nursing homes, a Legion Club and a church. I have never met anyone yet that didn’t like harp music, although I’m not yet that good. Like your idea, can’t attend.

  Bobby

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  JP Allen

  Hey Bobby. Wow! Sounds like the Harmonica Revolution follows you where you go. Every time you step into the nursing homes and enrich Seniors lives with your playing you are the living, breathing Harmonica Revolution!

  jp

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  jAMIE jAMESON

  From deepest Hampshire UK. In the late eighties (age, not temperature!) Bully for you old sport. If I had my druthers I’d be there with you leading and blowing a 1935 chromatic (C) along with a new one.
  Music IS the food of love – let us play on. Also of harmony and of peace.
  It would make a wonderful and dramatic jesture to change the hearts of the those in government buildings throughout the world when you march for music and what it means for the soul.
  Advice: Don’t draw if low down in the bath water – just blow!
  Jamie.

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  JP Allen

  LOL LOL LOL! Just Blow!

  jp

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  Shelley Brooks

  Well sounds a very fun idea. Sounds like good ideas are formed in the bath tub to me! Best of luck with it. Unfortunately, I am also too far away in England, but best of luck to you all when this idea gets off the ground.

  Shelley

  PS thanks for all your passion and enthusiasm which shines through in your teaching. I have recently finished a temporary work contract so shall have more time now to get back into my harp playing. Who needs a job when you can keep yourself occupied enjoying music.

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  JP Allen

  Hey Shelly!!!

  Your enthusiasm is also shines through. You got me smiling!

  jp

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  R. Atkins

  Love the idea of the March, but as a political statement, it may be a stretch to begin with. I think getting a good grass roots movement going needs to come first. Hit the traditional music centers and places with blues/harp backgrounds. Austin, Deep Elum in Dallas, Mississippi, Chicago, New Orleans blues festival, maybe Motown, etc.
  Organize local marches in those areas and build a sense of strength/comraderie before trying to get people to commit to traveling cross country and ‘take the hill’.

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  Al Collier

  I keep trying – for fun. I fake along with others on cds or online but I have breathing problems and seizures. First can’t draw so only blow. Two for some strange reason cannot get the notes on a c harmonica but can play a g just fine and do so. As homebound disabled guy – it keeps me going – thus I will march in spirit with you! Music heals the mind and frees the soul!

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  Monique

  It’s a really great idea!
  I just don’t think you will be fisiting Holland with this, will you?
  If you stop by in Holland I’d be more than happy yo march with you, but a ticket to America is a bit too expensive.
  What about a marche to pick up money to get me in America?;)

  I wish you all the best, and all luck, make it a happy marge and let the world hear what music brings to a person.

  Music is more than just some notes on a piece of paper.

  Love and kisses, Monique

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  Alma Engel

  That sounds wonderful, but not something I could participate in because I can’t walk long distances. I would love seeing it on TV. A harmonica concert in a park in the Phoenix area, or Pioneer Park in Mesa, AZ would be great for my great-grandson and me, in the fall, winter or spring (too hot in the summer). There have been many rallies lately supporting or opposing Arizona’s new illegal immigration law, and a “harmonica rally” supporting harmony would be great for our state. We would greatly enjoy meeting you and Hal.
  Alma

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  JP Allen

  Reading your email I felt so inspired Alma!

  Wow! Maybe we really can pull this off!

  Imagine how cool that would be for the harmonica revolution to make it to mainstream TV (and for what reason I’ve never figured out…in the past the press has seemed to like me and my shenanagans….) Whatever happens, I’m having fun with this right now!

  jp

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  panos

  hello Mr.Allen
  I can see only positives about any movement or revolution regarding music and people.
  Whatever you can give to people, life will give you back.
  ”Keep on rockin’ ” as my friend Iggy Pop wrote and has signed my records in Greece , many years before .
  Thanks for all your help and advise

  Panos

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  panos

  thanks for your help
  keep on rockin’

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  Greg Markel

  That’s a cool idea! I live in California but used to live on the east coast… depending upon when you conduct the march, I might be able to visit friends and attend, though it’s not too likely. Please keep me posted… and a quick ‘THANK YOU’ for being the excellent instructor who got me going with the harp last summer!!! You are a great instructor!
  Greg

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  Rick Curgian

  Sounds like a GREAt idea….BUT…..I gotta work……I recently sponsored a missionary to Africa who will be spreading the gospel and hymms with harmonicas I gave her and lessons I got from you JP and I ws able to teach ehr tp play Holy Holy Holy before she left….she is in Kenya and i sent her off with about 20 harmonicas ans she ws pumped up when she learned to play her first song…….so JP you haved helped bring music and the word of God to the dark continent….

  I have enjoyed playing….it relaxes me and has brought a lot of pleasure to my life……I enjoy the hymms as much as blues……

  Rick

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  kristiane

  Bonjour JP, first I’d like to thank for your free harmonica’s lessons. I can not be at the march but I think it’s a great idea. I bought my first diatonic harmonica about 4 months ago and I can now play, an easy but one of my favorites, Blowing in the wind. I play it a little bit slower but when I did play it for the first time in front of my mother (78 yrs old) she shed a tear and ask me if I could play it at my father’s 80th birthday in next september. I must tell you that every time I play that tune, it’s really get to me inside… Thank you again for that free learning, cause I’m out of work for more than a year now and every time I feel happy or down, I never feel alone…

  Kristiane

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  kristiane

  Hello, it’s me again… Just to say sorry for my english, I’m from Montréal, Québec… french speaking…

  Kristiane

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  Igor

  I vote for, here, from Russia
  It’s really great idea, JP!
  Good luck!
  Igor

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  CL Pat

  I think that was a good thing to have but I definitely can’t join it. I live in Thailand. It was pretty far from the US, almost the opposite side of the world. It would be great if something like this happened in Thailand. I wish to see more Harmonica player in my country. Thank you for telling this news. I will try my best learning Harmonica.

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  Rhiannon

  I think that a harmonica march is a great idea, and I would love to be in that kind of march in Canada. I would love to to wheel along in my wheelchair if you come to Canada. It would be a great idea to tell people that music makes you happy and helps people get along better with each other. My dad and I would come along if you want to come here and march.

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  JP Allen

  Ok. I’m in. Canada here we come!

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  DAVE C.

  jp, your bathtub enthusiasm has inspired me. anytime you can catch the ear of an elected official, it’s a good thing.
  in fact you might even contact someone in the tea party movement and join forces. [strength in numbers] the theme slogan might be —-hey knuckleheads, listen to this, WE THE PEOPLE. on the local level you have given me a great idea.
  i could teach the kids at my church,they are our future
  ps can i get a discount on bulk harmonicas.

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  Ted

  Enjoy receiving your tips and videos, still trying to learn to play a little, hope to purchase your course eventually.
  Keep making us smile.

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  Wise guy

  Hi there!
  Just wana say that it seems a wonderful idea to me, although, if you plan to do such a thing in my country, you will be hanged!
  Wish I could be there,
  have fun.

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  Jens Peeters

  Hi
  I like the idea but I can be there beacous I live in Belgium. I think your the best. I have already given 3 friends a harmonica. Thank you.

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  Betsy

  Hi JP,
  This is a great idea!My Mom was in a nursing home for rehabilitation,and I would play my harmoinca for her(although I’m still learning,and thank you for being such a good teacher),she and her room mate really enjoyed it.Even if people can’t be there with you for the march,we could play along with you at the same time,(like people did with the meditations on Earth Healing day),we can still participate wherever we are.I am still having problems with playing one note at a time,but it just takes practice,and what a wonderful music instrument the harmonica is,I just sent one to my son,daughter in law,and grandson,so they can learn and play togther as a family.I say GO FOR IT!!!!!!

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  Henry Murray

  Hi JP,
  I fully support your idea and I hope it does eventuate.I live in New Zealand and will be keeping watch from here.
  My Best Wishes.
  Henry

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  Valerie

  strangely enough I got a link to this idea, was just as I was thinking about what I could do to affect the mental misery I see here in the US, a land of abundance.

  I am certain that giving, as opposed to expecting, is a key part of getting in touch with a sense of contentment that money cannot buy. Giving joy through the making of music, the simple expression and appreciation of art and beauty is a good thing, and likely somewhat infectious, in a good way )

  For sure, harmonica counts !! I think this idea has merit worth pursuing and I’d be happy to be involved with any effort with the intention of spreading joy, peace and simple contentment through music.

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  Chris

  I signed up for the lessons about 5 months ago and just kind of forgot about them. Picked them up again, and am enjoying myself. So thank you. Any kind of harmonica walks in Ontario Canada, I will most definitely be in. And was this mention of a harmonica boot camp for real??

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  Sarah

  Hi J.P.
  Sounds like a great idea but due to money situation and age, I cannot join you but I do wish all of you the best. Maybe you all can play right down to the water and like the Pied Piper lead all the rats in Washington into the river. Sorry! I just couldn’t resist. Thanks for all your help and freebies to get us hooked on the harmonica. You are a kind and giving person. May God bless you in everything you endeavor to do.

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  Mel

  Sounds good to me! I have harmonica fever ! Never should have told my doctor though, he said he’s looking into it.
  I think he is consulting with a shrink.

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  Carol Pettengill

  Hi J.P., Marching in the name of harmonicas is a great idea! Count me in.
  In June I taught a class on straight harmonica. We had fun!!! I want to send you a photo of them graduating. Let me know how to do that. They played Nickolodeum, and, My Country Tis of Thee.
  “Harmonicas Forever!” is my slogan. Thanks for keeping me in the loop.
  Carol

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  Karen

  Great idea! As I’m a teacher, I love the push for music in the schools–its more necessary than all the hype about test scores.

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  terry

  HI JP,
  You have a great idea and I support you 100% for the effort and idea. I however would not be able to attend due to several disabilities and my inability to walk. If you go, I’ll be with you heart and soul. I also think in these economic times when so many have lost their jobs, and cost of gas continues to rise, it would be a hardship for many to make the trip, who might have gone otherwise, even though in our hearts we’d love to do it. On the other hand, because so many are out of work, you just might find a good base of people anxious to go as they have the time to do so. Wishing you well in this great endeavor. Keep blowing and love in your heart. It’s infectious.

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  Marc Schwartz

  You have a wonderful idea JP.
  9/11/2001, Iraq, Afganistan, earthquakes, floods the economy etc. have really taken it’s toll on the people of the world. In times like this it would be great to have a common goal and bring happier times to everyone and there is nothing better than music to do that!

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  Colin B

  Good lukc with this JP, i live in Scotland so i’m afraid i wont be able to join you

  Just finished the first dvd and cant wait to get started on the second one

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  Dan G.

  Great idea, I loved your fre lessons and hope to save up and get complte course. I am disabled and on small pension so wont be able to go. I started loving the harp as a kid listening to George (Guber on MayBerry R.F.D.) he could sure play. I think very kid in the world will want one if they hear you all playing the Star Spangled Banner on T V as you near the white house lawn. I can’t read music bt you said anyone could play and not need to read music. I can hardly wait to afford your coures so I can continue learning to play. Keep up the good work you do. Maybe a video teaching the Star Spangled Banner would be good to get everyone on same page. Tank you J.P. & Hal

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  Mal

  I think that is such the awesomest idea
  But well, I think Singapore’s a huge distance from uh, Washington .______. Good luck there though, I’m supporting you!

  P.S. If you could spark a harmonica craze here, you’re incredible!
  I’m starting with my friends; they like the harmonica but they aren’t interested in playing. :/

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  Bill Welch

  Sounds wonderful! Time is a little tight right now but we’ll see how things turn out. Suggestion: Having a harmonica march, the sole purpose would be to show our support and thank the men and women in our country that battle every day for us to be able to have the freedom to blow to our hearts content.

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  Jaime

  Hey!!

  It sounds perfect! Revolution is what is needed! I would be down to march in the front line and i will if there’s ever one in Europe! Unfortunatly i’m in Portugal now, keep up the creative ideas! Harmonica is the best instrument in the world!!!!!!

  Good Luck,

  Jaime Vasconcelos

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  steve

  jp,
  i applaud your excitement in the revolution, however i think the march needs to be in a place where it will recieve the most attention,, in washington, everyone marches for everything making marches there a common thing and an annoyance to most officials,, you would probably get little to no attention there, but think about this, what about 10,000 harmonica playing fools marching in the blues capitol of the world, lousiana or in the country music capitol, nashville,, these places people appreciate music and would give their attention and support and would attract more attention to your cause,, what do you think,,,, i wouldn’t have a mind i couldn’t change!!

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  Happyme

  Would love to join you. I was in D.C. twice last year trying to get our politicians attention to be more responsible with our tax dollars and letting “we the people” have less government control in our lives. We’re fortunate to live in a country that allows freedom of speech. I would be happy to march to achieve awareness of what music can do for all of us. With a song in our heart we’re less apt to be aggressive and self centered. I’m hoping to purchase your course some day when I’m sure I’ll master it. I’ve been playing for 20 years off and on. I think the harmonica is the BEST. I wish I had discovered it as a child.

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  Frank

  Hi, dear Harmonica Apostle & World Awesomest Instructor (HAWAI), a great idea, Great Idea, GREAT IDEA again! Congratulations !! Awful sorry not having money to travel from Hungary to Washington DC !!! Nevertheless I’m always at your side & suggest : 1. To choice a WORLD HARMONICA DAY w. public performances all over the world w. home melodies. 2. To contact the competent authorities, organizations, also those of the UN as weel as the honorable communities. 3. To play Harmonica already from the nursery. 4. To get sponsors to help with Money, Harmonica, Lobby etc. e.g. small flags… 5. To organize a HARMONICA WORLD FEDARATION, YOU’RE THE PRESIDENT & gather monetary fund. 6. To hold in the HWMarch the State Flag of the missing people. 7. To’ve HWMelody for the ABCD EFG…Now I can play my Harping, etc. 8. To eligate Harmonica Consuls on the spot. 9. To’ve arm w. your leading picture. 10. To organize HWMeetings. (Once upon a time I failed to organize in Hungary resp. in Eurorpe Pipe Jamboree.)
  May Peace &Good Will always BE Yours !
  Frank

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  Terry

  Hi JP,
  Love your ideas and creativity. A music revolution sounds great. I want to thank you for considering me in your movement, but at my age and being handicapped and unable to walk, I’m afraid I’ll have to sit this one out. However, rest assured you will have my backing 100%. I’ll be with you in heart all the way. I hate it when I hear school boards cutting budgets and first it’s the after school programs, athletics etc, then they start with music and art for cutting. That needs to be keep as part of the core curriculum in every school system and it does play a key roll in education and mind development and is beneficial in life to those who learn to play an instrument and / or sing. Go for it.

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  Andy Robinson

  JP, I would love to march with Harmonicas, I have so appreciated your free lessons! …and hope to someday get your complete set. I especially appreciate your heart for people young and old to attempt the harmonica and get music in their lives. Your gentle step by step encouragement is amazing. I took a harmonica class with my dad and we both progressed till a point then frustration set in for the very reasons you have pointed out. I was blown away by how when I followed your instruction on bending that it came first time. I had tried for months with no success following others suggestions. I won’t make DC but am behind your Revolution! God Bless you!

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  Jo Barlow

  JP,
  Nice Idea, and all the Songs for America, I’m practicing on already. Love the Harp! Depends upon when the March is, if I’ll be able to afford it, but using all the various Harps.. for those that can play, ..by ear, could harmonize even more! Sounds like fun. Thanks.. and maybe I’ll be able to!
  Jo

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  Josh Hedstrom

  I play for older folks, friends, relatives, and everyone enjoys it! Absolutly! We should march on Washington! When the date comes, I’ll see if I would be able to come, ’cause I would love it!

  –Josh (BT)

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  ole earl lowen

  Iam a old “new-bee” at mouth-harping, love it, I carry one in the car and play at red lights with the window down and get
  a lot of “high-fys thumbs up” kinda like a mini-jamming, hands
  beating out in time with the tunes, nodding heads and of course lots of big smiles. Yeeee-ha, thats whats its all about.
  Hoping to meet a like- minded- fellow- red- light- waiters some day with their window down too. A new name, call this encounter a BUZZ-STOP” ( just imagine if we could get all the taxicab drivers, truck drivers,school moms, dads coming home, kids in the back seat,ALL JUST A HARPING! iT COULD CHANGE THE WORLD!…well…anyway its a thought. ole earl
  a-harping together

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  JP Allen

  LOL!!!! This is one of my favorite posts of all time… I’ve had the same expereinces and I love it… Rippin’ at the red light… my car window rolled down… and getting smiles everywhere I look….

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  ole earl lowen

  JP, I think this “easy ripping” could even be done while waiting for a bus, in a train station or air port…you know just sitting and playing a catchy tune easy like..softly and just smile at folks when they stop and look, before you know it they are
  beating the rythem on their brief case, tapping their feet, and some clap their hands,and sometimes they start humming or even singing a verse or tow…its a great way to pass the time while waiting to go somewhere, Music is transcultural,all people
  have a song in their heart just waiting to be let out and shared.

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  JP Allen

  I love your post Ole Earl! You said it all! jp

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  Oliver

  I think its a great idea! Especially if you get the purpose of the march nailed early on. Although I’m in England so it’ll be hard for me to attend but I hope it all works out well for you!

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  JP Allen

  thanks Oliver. jp

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