Hank Shreve joins me on episode 148.

Hank started playing harmonica at age eight, and that has remained his true love despite learning various other instruments. He explains how his drumming background shapes the rhythmic feel of his harmonica playing, and how blues opened the door to everything from Latin influences to funk. Hank reflects on opening for Paul DeLay, working with Curtis Salgado, leading The Hank Shreve Band with his father Bill on bass, and broadening his musical output across albums like Loosen Up, Trouble, and That Way. He also discusses teaching at festivals, exploring jazz standards, winning several music awards, and the importance of always making the audience want to dance.

Links:

The Hank Shreve Band: https://www.hankshreveband.com/

Howard Levy’s Rhythms of The Breath tuition books: https://levyland.com/book-rhythms-of-the-breath

Zack Pomerleau playing rack harmonica with drums and guitar: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ke3XUN8agbA

Hank's Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/hank.shreve

The Hank Shreve Band Band Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HankShreveBand/

Music Masters Teaching Studio: https://www.musicmastersstudio.com/teacher-roster/hank-shreve-guitar-and-drum-lessons-eugene/

Videos:

Hank’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/hankshreve

Mike Moothart: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ls6ZxhIU_es&list=RDLs6ZxhIU_es

Podcast website:
https://www.harmonicahappyhour.com

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Spotify Playlist:
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