Harmonica key chart

1. How do I know what key harmonica to use?
2. What key should I buy my first harmonica in?
3. What key of harmonica should I get to play with guitar?
4. What are the 12 harmonica keys?

How do I know what key harmonica to use?

If the tune is in a major key, choose a key of harmonica that gives you first or second position, though sometimes you might also consider twelfth position. If the tune is in a minor key, choose a key of harmonica that's in third or fourth position (or maybe fifth position) relative to the key of the tune.

What key should I buy my first harmonica in?

Most harmonica teachers recommend starting out with a 10-hole diatonic harmonica tuned to the key of C. The Hohner 1896 Marine Band 10-hole diatonic harmonica in the key of C makes a great beginner's instrument.

What key of harmonica should I get to play with guitar?

The guitar's natural key is E; so buying a diatonic harmonica in the key of E major would be ideal. The other diatonic harmonicas you should aim to add to your collection is G major and C major.

What are the 12 harmonica keys?

FeaturesIncludes all 12 keys: Ab, A, Bb, B, C, Db, D, Eb, E, F, F# and G.