workshops
Workshops and lectures for children and adults, players and non-players. Tickets for the workshops are available on-site.
Samstag 25.05.2024
The harmonica in the movies – lecture with Martin Häffner
11:00–12:00 @Maschinenhaus
Hardly anyone knows the history of the harmonica better than Martin Häffner, director of the German Harmonica Museum in Trossingen until May 2024. At the HARMONICA FEN FESTIVAL, he will report on the diverse history of the harmonica in the movies. He will bring amazing pictures and will certainly tell many little anecdotes.
Entrance: free
Beginner workshop – with George Reijnders
12:30–14:00 @Maschinenhaus
In this workshop, George Reijnders, founder of Harmonica Workshops Nederland, guides beginners through their first steps on the harmonica. But his structured teaching method, which is based on the four basic principles of tone, technique, timing and training, also challenges advanced players.
Participation fee: 15 euros, participants should bring a harmonica in the key of C. Those who do not yet own an instrument can purchase one at a reduced price on presentation of the workshop ticket.
Amplified Harmonica – Workshop mit George Reijnders
14.30–15.30 @Maschinenhaus
In this workshop, George Reijnders will explain how to use an electric amplifier to get the typical distorted sound from a harmonica that is often heard in blues and rock. Reijnders will bring along Marble harmonica amps, explain how to set them up correctly and what to consider when choosing a microphone. A great workshop for anyone who wants to learn more about amplified harmonica playing.
Participation fee: 15 Euro
The harmonica clinic – Workshop with Joel Andersson
16:00-17:30 @ Maschinenhaus
Joel Andersson, is a globally acclaimed harmonica customizer known for crafting exceptional custom harmonicas. Being a part of the exclusive group of Hohner Affiliated Customizers, he showcases his exceptional skills in creating custom harmonicas. Join him in this clinic where he’ll delve into common harmonica issues, providing practical solutions, and highlighting the advantages of investing in a customized harmonica. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain insights from Joel, a master in the art of harmonica customization.
Sonntag 26.05.2024
Conscious breathing with harmonica – workshop with Quim Roca
10:30–12:00 @Maschinenhaus
How is playing harmonica related to practices like yoga or tai-chi? Are there similarities between pranayama and harmonica rhythms? In this workshop we will explore the way we breathe when we play harmonica, we will look into the importance of our diaphragm in order to improve the control of our breathing. We will compare Kapalabhati breathing with DeFord Bailey’s fox chase and train imitations, and we will finally see how circular breathing and the path to learn this technique can bring more consciousness into our playing.
Participants should bring a harmonica in the key of G to the workshop. However, non-players are also welcome.
Participation fee: 15 Euro
Harmonica for kids from 7 – workshop with Holger Daub
12:30–13:30 @Maschinenhaus
Holger “HoBo” Daub is an internationally active harmonica player and wilderness educator. As a brand ambassador for Hohner, he gives workshops for adults and children at trade fairs and festivals. At the HARMONICA FEN FESTIVAL he offers a beginners’ workshop for children. The harmonica is free for the children. Those who want to bring their own instrument (diatonic harmonica in the key of C) simply pay less.
The course costs 15 euros (incl. instrument), 12 euros (with an own instrument).
Beginner workshop – with George Reijnders
14:00-15:30 @Maschinenhaus
In this workshop, George Reijnders, founder of Harmonica Workshops Nederland, guides beginners through their first steps on the harmonica. But his structured teaching method, which is based on the four basic principles of tone, technique, timing and training, also challenges advanced players.
Participation fee: 15 euros, participants should bring a harmonica in the key of C. Those who do not yet own an instrument can purchase one at a reduced price on presentation of the workshop ticket.
Harmonica for kids from 7 – workshop with Holger Daub
16:00–17:00 @Maschinenhaus
Holger “HoBo” Daub is an internationally active harmonica player and wilderness educator. As a brand ambassador for Hohner, he gives workshops for adults and children at trade fairs and festivals. At the HARMONICA FEN FESTIVAL he offers a beginners’ workshop for children. The harmonica is free for the children. Those who want to bring their own instrument (diatonic harmonica in the key of C) simply pay less.
The course costs 15 euros (incl. instrument), 12 euros (with an own instrument).
