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Unlock more secrets to harmonica mastery with Howard Levy's groundbreaking methods, compiled in this must-have book, Rhythms of the Breath Vol.2. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro in Blues, Rock, or Jazz, this treasure trove of transformative exercises will take your playing to new heights! Howard Levy, a multiple Grammy Award-winning harmonica virtuoso, has transferred the concepts of Drum Rudiments, a centuries-old collection of right/left hand sticking patterns, to single-note patterns on the harmonica, where they become blow/draw Rhythmic Breathing Patterns. This revolutionary method coordinates and organizes your breathing on harmonica- you will notice a big difference in your playing even after practicing a few of the exercises. Rhythms of the Breath Vol.1 made a significant impact on the harmonica community through its innovative exercises and its exciting new approach to the instrument. This seminal work has catalyzed a paradigm shift in practicing and playing the harp. Derived from the first 19 Drum Rudiments, from the Single Stroke Roll through the Paradiddle family, Vol.1 sets the stage for even more advanced skills in Vol. 2. In his follow-up book, Rhythms of the Breath Vol.2, Howard delves deeper, with Rhythmic Breathing Patterns derived from the 11 Flam Rudiments—fascinating, captivating and cool-sounding, full of mind-bending challenges yet fun at the same time. He takes you step-by-step through a comprehensive collection of over 140 exercises and tunes, with abundant, insightful advice and detailed explanations, along with several added features to make learning more complete and accessible: 140+ exercises and tunes meticulously crafted to enhance your skills. Free downloads of 140+ MIDI tracks (levyland.com) for all exercises and tunes using a piano sound, that allows you to listen and/or play along clearly; 40+ exercises and tunes played by Howard on harmonica. 3 levels of exercises catering to all skill levels: Basic, Interme