Jawharper blog

Jew's harp history.

Jew's harp history.

Jew’s harp is one of the most ancient musical instruments. Jew’s harp in its different modifications can be found in many ancient cultures around the world, and is known by many different names (khomus, vargan. dan moi, jaw harp, jew's harp, mouth harp, etc).

15 most often mistakes when playing the jaw harp. (Part 1)

15 most often mistakes when playing the jaw harp. (Part 1)

Most common mistakes and how to fix them

15 most often mistakes when playing the jaw harp. (Part 2)

15 most often mistakes when playing the jaw harp. (Part 2)

Most common mistakes and how to fix them part 2

5 core levels of playing a jaw harp

5 core levels of playing a jaw harp

Beat, lips, tongue, throat and breath- five levels that one needs to master in order to master a jaw harp.

Blog Post: "Ask Me Anything! Answering Your Questions!"

Blog Post: "Ask Me Anything! Answering Your Questions!"

Welcome to our blog series "Ask Me Anything! Answering Your Questions!" In this segment, we address your inquiries about the jaw harp and provide insightful responses to deepen your understanding and appreciation for this unique instrument. Today, we delve into a thought-provoking question about the jaw harp's role as an instrument of the soul and the possibilities it offers for musical expression. Join us as we explore the essence of the jaw harp and its diverse playing techniques.
Correct Body Positioning for Playing the Jaw Harp

Correct Body Positioning for Playing the Jaw Harp

Your body's spatial position significantly impacts the quality of sound produced while playing the jaw harp. Adhering to specific principles enables faster mastery development. Maintaining proper posture allows for free, effortless, and fluid movements.

Cycling Melodies: Playing the Jaw Harp on the Go!

Cycling Melodies: Playing the Jaw Harp on the Go!

Experience the Joy of Music while Exploring the Outdoors

Jaw harp as a practice of returning your inner self.

Jaw harp as a practice of returning your inner self.

The flower begins to bloom.

Jaw harp as a practice of returning your inner self.
Jaw harp as a psychotherapy "Scream out"

Jaw harp as a psychotherapy "Scream out"

There are several stages in one’s journey with a jaw harp and one of the most dramatic yet nearly inevitable is “To scream out”.



Mastering the Jaw Harp: Patience, Technique, and Musical Growth

Mastering the Jaw Harp: Patience, Technique, and Musical Growth

Unleash the Potential of Your Jaw Harp Journey

Mastering the Jaw Harp: The Fundamentals of Breath Control

Mastering the Jaw Harp: The Fundamentals of Breath Control

Unlocking the Power of Breath with the Jaw Harp

One of the basic techniques: Rhytm as a mantra

One of the basic techniques: Rhytm as a mantra

One very simple technique that can get you going in practise of playing a jaw harp. 

TO MOVE OR NOT TO MOVE THAT’S THE QUESTION?

TO MOVE OR NOT TO MOVE THAT’S THE QUESTION?

I am often asked the question: is it ok  to move or dance while playing? 

WHAT DOES THE JAW HARP SOUND BEGIN WITH?

WHAT DOES THE JAW HARP SOUND BEGIN WITH?

The importance of correct strike. 

5 stages of a jaw harp player

5 stages of a jaw harp player

Few observations of how relationship between a person and a jaw harp go.

Altai jaw harps.

Altai jaw harps.

Altai jaw harp - a cheap but high quality way to get in touch with jaw harp culture.



Living nature from the time immemorial

Living nature from the time immemorial

Jew's harp music - it's a totally unique living entity,
Jew's harp as a way to improve quality of life

Jew's harp as a way to improve quality of life

Jew's harp and life improvement
Jew's harp impact on human

Jew's harp impact on human

Jew's harp and human body