BEST MELODICA COLLECTION FOR YOU
A melodica usually has a musical keyboard covering two or three octaves, and people play it by blowing air through a small hole. Hohner invented it in the 1950s, but similar instruments were available in Italy in the 19th century.
- Best Brands
Suzuki
Hammond
thomann
Stagg
Hohner
Hohner Accordions
Vangoa
CAHAYA
MUSICUBE
hohner airboard
- Size and Octave
If you are a beginner, two octaves of melodica are fine.
For advanced players, three octaves of melodica are best.
- Voice Ranges
Alto
Tenor
Bass
- Materials
- Price
Intermediate: $75 and $125
Professional : $125 and Above
- How to
Put your lips around the mouthpiece.
Blow into the melodica while playing the keys. (Don't blow very hard.) If you are a beginner and not used to playing the melodica, you can use the pipes.
As with other wind instruments, you need to pay attention to two things.
- Hand technique
- Breath control
It's easier to play in a standing position.
- Legato: breathing mode (breath air into the instrument.)
- Heavier passages: palatal attack( like whistling.)
- Staccato: You can use the tongue for short notes.
- Tremolo Effect: Change your breath quickly (volume changes).
Watch this video to see how it is played.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WdbvEjwrPsI&t=8s
- Best Melodica Books
Easy Classical Melodica & Piano Duets
Easy Classical Melodica Solos
Hohner Melodica Music Course
Easy Classical Guitar & Melodica Duets: For Classical Guitar and Melodica.
Patriotic Solos for Melodica: 10 Patriotic Songs of the U.S.A.
- For Kids
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1499243561/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1499243561&linkCode=as2&tag=melodicasha0f-20&linkId=73HALIY2KUNPYGYB
Student: $75
Intermediate: $75 and $125
Professional : $125 and Above
- Musical Setting
- Purpose
- Bass Playing Enthusiast?
- Budget
If you want a professional melodica, the price difference will be significant.
- Brand and Construction
If not, you can consider lower-end brands like Cahaya, Amoon, and Eastar, to name a few.
The quality of the wooden melodica will be much higher than plastic models.
- Breathing Techniques
A high-quality 37-key melodica will last longer and give you more flexibility in song selection.
Note:
Keep your melodica in a warm, dry place.
You'd better clean it up after each performance.
Try not to clean the inside of the melodica unless it is necessary.