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The Encyclopedia of the Harmonica [Paperback]

Peter W. Krampert (Author)

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Book Description

Publication Date: July 1998

"The Harmonica Encyclopedia is the most comprehensive book ever written on the instrument, offering over 900 articles on players, bands, techniques, resources and a discography of over 5,000 recordings by harmonica players. Originally released in 1998, this new edition is profusely illustrated with over 150 photographs of the players who have made the harmonica the world's most popular musical instrument. This book has been critically acclaimed by readers in over 25 countries and is a must-have for any serious harmonica enthusiast."

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Product Details

Paperback: 328 pages
Publisher: Tatanka Pub (July 1998)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0966460103
ISBN-13: 978-0966460100
Product Dimensions: 7.8 x 5.1 x 1 inches
Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)

Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)

Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,677,132 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1.0 out of 5 stars Yikes, June 15, 2000

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This book does NOT have it all. Particularly not on "every" aspect of harmonica. The "700+ articles" are on average 1-2 sentences of general knowledge (rarely useful). I love the harp and do NOT love this book. I can "live" just fine without it and it is NOT "the best harmonica book ever written". Almost every other harmonica book here on amazon is better. The other reviews here are insane. (and/or by the author?)

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5.0 out of 5 stars THE must have book for harmonica players, October 10, 1998

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I thought I knew the harmonica, but WOW! This book has 10 times more players than I've ever heard of as well as band historys, techniques, history and a resource guide that can't be beat. Every article features a complete biography as well as all the recordings that are available by that artist. I can't imagine any harmonica player living without this book. I gave a copy to my dad who also plays and he's had a field day catching up on his harmonica recording collection. This is the best harmonica book ever written.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A USEFUL COMPENDIUM, January 25, 2001

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This is an extremely useful resource. It gives an idea of the broadness of the harmonica world and the people who dwell in it. Most instruments have a history, and Mr. Krampert has made a major contribution to annodating ours.

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5.0 out of 5 stars The best resource directory for the harmonica
This book has it all. Over 700 articles and over 3,500 recordings listed on virtually every aspect of the harmonica, it's players and it's wonderful history as well as a resource... Read more

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5.0 out of 5 stars If you love the harp, you will love this book!
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