Harmonica Lessons for Beginners
Discover how to express yourself through music with our engaging harmonica lessons in Sydney. Small enough to fit in your pocket, the harmonica is one of the world’s most portable and versatile instruments. Whether you love the blues or want to explore other musical styles, this course introduces you to the essential skills needed to start playing with confidence.
You’ll learn how to join informal jam sessions, play simple solo pieces, and understand the foundations of blues harmonica. Along the way, you’ll explore the instrument’s history and discover influential players who shaped its sound.
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the 12-bar blues structure and play simple harmonica patterns.
- Play melodies using single-note techniques and expand your repertoire.
- Gain confidence to join informal music sessions with proper musical etiquette.
Course Content
- Basic harmonica rhythms and blues structures.
- Single-note playing techniques for well-known tunes.
- Choosing, maintaining and caring for your harmonica.
- Harmonica history and contemporary styles.
Schedule & Pricing
- 3-week course, 6:30pm–8:30pm.
- Location: 2A Gordon Street, Rozelle NSW 2039.
- Course fee: $195.
Details
You will learn
- Play the 12-bar blues with simple harmonica patterns
- Perform basic melodies using single-note technique
- Understand how to join and play in informal jam sessions
You will get
- Expert guidance from an experienced music tutor
- Hands-on practice in a supportive group setting
- Practical knowledge of harmonica styles and history
Appropriate for
Anyone with an interest in music; no prior experience required.
Preparation
What to bring
- 10-hole harmonica in the key of C
What to wear
Casual
Your Teacher
Sydney Community College
38 reviewsSydney Community College is a registered charity with a voluntary Board of Directors.
The College has a mission to offer innovative continuing adult education and training programmes that support individual efforts and facilitate sustainable social change.
We do this by:
- Providing quality continuing adult education opportunities for people to build practical and theoretical skills and develop knowledge;
- Leveraging from and developing community capacity and inclusivity;
- Developing innovative affordable and accessible skills training programmes;
- Partnering with like organisations to deliver learning opportunities for disadvantaged individuals and communities;
- Partnering with all levels of government to deliver education policy objectives.
Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
You’re welcome to send someone in your place.
OR
- A refund can be requested 10 days before class starts. An admin fee of AU$45.00 applies.
Terms & Conditions
At Sydney Community College, we know that plans can change unexpectedly. Whether it’s a shift in your schedule, a family emergency, or just a change of heart, we want to support you in the fairest way possible.
At the same time, we’re a not-for-profit organisation that commits resources to running each class—so last-minute cancellations can significantly impact our ability to offer quality, affordable programs.
That’s why we’ve created a simple, transparent policy that balances your need for flexibility with our need to plan and deliver courses sustainably. Our cancellation policy offers two clear options, depending on when you notify us:
Cancel More Than 10 Days Before the Course Starts – You can choose to receive a full refund, minus a $45 administration fee OR a non-refundable credit note valid for 12 months for the full value you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Option 2: Cancel Within 10 Days of the Course Starting - You’ll receive a credit note valid for 12 months for 50% of the course fee you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Please note that both refund and credit options are only available before the course begins. Once the course has started—or if you decide to withdraw after it has commenced—no refunds or credits can be issued. If you need to cancel your enrolment, just email us and we’ll take care of it based on the timelines above.
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