How To Play the Harmonica: And Other Life Lessons by Sam Barry

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The harmonica is the perfect instrument: small enough to keep in your pocket; loud enough to make your presence felt. Free spirit Sam Barry spends his days toiling as a HarperOne marketing and promotions manager and many of his nights raising a musical ruckus with his bestselling author brother, Dave, and the rest of the Rock Bottom Remainders crew. As he waits for a major recording contract that might not come, he reflects on all the things that his harmonica has taught him about life. Delightful and uplifting, this little book just might convince you to add a harmonica to your daily repertoire.

From the Publisher

the harmonica can make you more playful (which is the WHOLE POINT of this book)

"We should all stop and smell the roses, but as Sam Barry notes in this cheery and inspiring little book, stopping to make a little music is just as rewarding and much more fun-and you can do it indoors! A wonderful read."
-Mitch Albom, author of For One More Day

"This book makes starting out on the harmonica fun-and makes life a little more fun, too. Harmonically yours,"
-Lee Oskar, world-renowned harmonicist

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Lighten up. yes, you. and me too. We've all been taking ourselves far too seriously for too long, and as a result we've made a complete mess of things. Stress, fear, and anxiety rule our lives. Meanwhile, we're missing out on the most FUN-damental (I promise I won't do that again) joy of all. Human beings are hardwired to play.