Funky Blues Harmonica!!

[@imeldavelasco3305]

My boyfriends started playing harmonica about 5 years ago because of this video, now he has his own band ( MADABOUT BLUES BAND) and is playing every other weekend at many different places in the Orange County, Ca area (House of Blues Anaheim Downtown Disney, Hollywood, O.C. Fair, Diapiazza's, Queen Mary, and many other blues clubs) as well as local jam spots and company parties. And uses music very purposely to touch many peoples lives with his warm personality.... He references you and this video to people when they ask how he got started.... THANK YOU RONNIE for helping to enhance his life with the art of music!!!

[@Harmonica123]

+Imelda Velasco wow, how cool is that. this is what it's all about! sharing so others can enjoy, and spread the joy.

[@andydunn5673]

Nice story, thanks for sharing

[@TheNicombraun]

How is he Playing now?

[@daharpman3793]

@@TheNicombraun Even better, learning new harmonica sound techniques and Harp phrases. I'm moved up north and have been working to re-establish a new band up here where the harmonica has a strong appeal with the crowds here in the surrounding Lake Tahoe areas. I still to this day, cannot figure out, what I call the Hummingbird sound that #RonnieShellist @Ronniesshellist does. I know there's so many great harmonica players out there, but Ronnie has been one of my favorites among them all.... James Cotton, Charlie Musslewhite, Junior Wells, William Clarke (RIP), Paul Butterfield, Lester Butler, Jason Ricci, Little Walter, etc.... Oh, and of course, #WILLWILDE @WILLWILDE Thanks for checkin in #TheNicombraun "Peace, Love & Harmony"

[@winstonchurchill624]

I think that this is the closest thing there is to a harmonica recruitment video.

[@Piska47]

Could not agree more!

[@Harmonica123]

thanks Winston

[@PonziZombieKiller]

I was born in Chucago....

[@alro2494]

i'm such an ass, i've only listened to this vdeo 3 or 4 thousands times, and just now liked it

[@Harmonica123]

better late than never. :)

[@mssjoseph8650]

this video was uploaded when I was 5 years old now in 2020 im 18 years old AND I LOVE IT last year I bought a C blues delux fender harp taking lessons and tips from only youtube, im doing really good right now!

[@LetterN372]

happy 22nd birthday

[@binarymj]

I found this amazing harmonica blues about 12 years ago. I am still coming back for listening. You are awesome!!!!!!

[@Harmonica123]

thanks!

[@Harmonica123]

Thanks for the comments everyone. Now at my website Harmonica123 which is in the video description, I am offering online classes some of which tab out KZbin clips I have made. I will be offering this clip as one of the choices so check out my website to sign up for online classes with me live!! Coming soon! Thanks.

[@4859891]

Never in my life have I seen a harp being played so well my god mate ur amazing . Massive respect from the uk

[@Harmonica123]

The main driving force behind this effect is actually the tongue which is moving quickly in a back and forth motion (saying "yo yo"). The hand which I used a bit is making a subtle change in the sound to shape it. I also have a video out which explains this effect and others from this clip. It's called "Funky Blues Harmonica techniques described"

[@tom27j]

wow, i watched this vid 5 years ago when it only had about 100 views, started to play harp, 5 years later i can almost play as good as this, thanks ronnie, your vids helped me get there.

[@dimipartcaster7770]

I watched this 12 years ago and from then it gets me every time. I also have to say that I'm not easy at all when it comes to music.I judge really hard. But this guy is something else.Awesome technic and great feeling. I'm glad that this video gave you inspiration.It gave me inspiration too, but unfortunately I'm a heavy smoker so I stayed at guitar, haha!Wish you the best!

[@artistraindwain9855]

I just picked up harmonica and you my friend are my new teacher. I want to be like you when I grow up

[@Harmonica123]

:)

[@Harmonica123]

Don't stop playing..keep going and you continue to have breakthroughs. Be specific with what you play and try to recreate exact nuances, don't settle for anything less!

[@ayushmishra5343]

Time traveling will be possible someday

[@irishdepartmentofagriculture]

Can't believe this is 15 yrs ago. Still love this

[@almeidadave1]

Jesus christ! That's absolutely spectacular! Wow!

[@Allybeeify]

1:13-1:21 is driving me crazy!!! OMG! this is amazing.

[@Harmonica123]

join me in my live online harmonica classes..just $20/month. head to my website Harmonica123 to learn more. link is in vid description.

[@A6Legit]

11 years later. still great.

[@Harmonica123]

:) thanks

[@jesusirizarry4493]

This 18 year old video is part of why im getting one now. Hope youre well and still ripping it up out there!

[@sarge9128]

This video inspires me every day

[@Harmonica123]

these comments inspire me every day!

[@dynoroad]

First saw this 11 years ago, in the hayday of KZbin, it feels like there was only a handful of content on here back then, so many people watched the same things. You were there right from the start! I had just started studying music too, and had gotten myself a harmonica to go with my saxophone. This video blew me away back then, and still does.

[@Harmonica123]

thanks

[@Harmonica123]

I'm 41, i was 35 at the time of the video

[@lise-annedore8935]

Ronnie, I just listened to this for the first time. Loved it including the cool sounds/effects around 1:50. Loved also, "Go play one.". I sure will.☺️

[@J.M.Stigner]

I'm 36 just started playing and can only dream of being as good as you at 42!

[@Harmonica123]

@@J.M.Stigner well, I started playing when I was about 25..so I was approximately 35 here. There is plenty of time! Get to it.

[@cue_khb]

Now you're 48.

[@Harmonica123]

and now I am about to turn 49!

[@jackwilliams3156]

Aa a harp player, piano player, a guitar player, and a singer, this video is legit so satisfying to watch.

[@historicalfma6036]

2019 anyone?

[@historicalfma6036]

My Grandma died in 2019 :(

[@danteluceroherrera643]

@@historicalfma6036 oh sad moment :[

[@lluhsnimnyrhtak]

Some things are genius and put a smile on your face; this is one of those things. Sublime!

[@AnnaGraceMusic]

wow!

[@Harmonica123]

How am I just now seeing this. Anna, you're such an inspiration. Keep writing those great tunes and singing your heart out!

[@feiz01]

cant help but gravitate back to this,,ronnie your off the charts bra,,,

[@Toothbrushie]

1:13 - 1:17 How do you do that?

[@Harmonica123]

doy dah dah from 4d bend to 4d/5d-triplets

[@lendavoice60]

Im in love! You played that like your soul was the harmonica.." yeah "!

[@kutayguvenir]

adamda at ciğeri var dayı

[@Buphagos]

Haklı

[@user-xm5kt4gy4o]

The breathing is crazy on this song. Great job.

[@andydunn5673]

Just watched it again for about the millionth time Cool funky Blues

[@Harpmaniak59]

This is how you play the harmonica! Great deep tone and sustained passion.

[@StanzAlec]

WOW! Love it! You must play every day. Brilliant way to exercise the lungs.

[@montekrake6692]

I like the way Ronnie Shellist has captured the original blues harp sound and style. I also dig how he has blended that style with a more modern sound. When I listen to him jam, my playing improves significantly.

[@Harmonica123]

thanks

[@clrn2mt]

I have watched you do this a hundred times, and I am still amazed! You are amazingly amazing!

[@amcroos]

every morning while cleaning i go out of my SOUL!!!!! and dance whit the universe go on and make us happy!! ty

[@Gigre67]

J'avais 15ans quand vous avez sortie cette vidéo 🙂 longue vie a vous .

[@KletusTheFetus]

This video got me started playing over 12 years ago. Still watch it once a month.

[@carldea]

Ronnie, I just played this clip again today (May 27 2022) for inspiration. Thanks!

[@simon4063]

ahhhhhhhhhhh my ears are burning and so is my soul.

[@MaxSpirit754]

Breath and play ! J'adore ! i love it !

[@Harmonica123]

Thank you for the comments everyone. I appreciate it.

[@SweetUtopia7]

U're just AWESOME! I've recently started playing harmonica (I've got a marine band in C) and I just hope I can play like u one day. Congratulations! xxx

[@Harmonica123]

Links in description have now been updated. thanks everyone.

[@kegmonkey5648]

The Harmonica, by far the most badass instrument ever

[@Raulo707]

After viewing this many times;I must applaud the stops and starts! It’s easy to get a bit carried away and you times this perfect. This is one video I always come back to. It’s addictive, and pure virtuoso! I mean truly, like the guy mentioned earlier. This is definitely a recruitment video,but I never wanted to just learn or play the harp. I wanted to master, than be considered very good. Anyhow this is like a harmonica free style. A funky harmonica which is jaw dropping. This is gotta be the best harmonica clip on you tube, just raw and untamed! We love it! By the way, I’ve progressed a lot,the harmonica demands respect, before it’ll allow you to play it. I’ve learned that the hard way! Thanks Ronnie, your very good. I’ll be good too!

[@Harmonica123]

Thanks Ron. Recording and posting this video was a very spontaneous moment in my life. I'm sure glad I did it.

[@Harmonica123]

Harmonica123 is where i have all of my download lessons for sale. Check the video description for more info.

[@bodyworkplus]

Oh yes! What sweet playing. I am a total novice. You inspire me!

[@sjziro]

Great Playing Ronnie! I've watched this video a few times now, and it always sounds great!

[@Harmonica123]

Thanks everyone! Yes, I can teach you how to do this. I have instructional material/downloads available. See the video description if you want more info. Also, I now have a weekly KZbin post where I teach a mini lesson.

[@TorstenKircher]

I am so proud of you ! Well done ! Love it ! love it !

[@shelby0mcnasty]

dude you play this instrument with soul and i like it a lot

[@MarchofClouds]

Amazing! Got my first Harmonica today. I'll have to check out site for tips. I can not stress this enough...AMAZING.

[@mindisgeminii]

Give it too me baby!!!! Love it....and you!

[@Adrian20092802]

nie znam sie na grze na harmonijce,dopiero kilka filmików przsłuchałem,ale tu widać od razu,że ma sie do czynienia z mistrzem

[@DanielMcKernan117]

You'll love the Chicago Sessions, the whole album is excellent!

[@BluesHarpJammin]

WOW!!! I haven't heard great blues harp like that in a long time! Awesome!!!

[@360takka]

I Have been playing for over 20 years now,i used to practice for 4-5 hours a day as that what it takes to get good.It took me about 6 years to get to playing this type stuff,its just dedication and practice.

[@ruchjw]

Holy wha! Excellent tone and very good display of talent to execute some tricky licks.

[@moddy327]

This is soo badazz!! Guys should know hwo to play harmonica when they are sad man. Oh man, that would cheer anyone up. Just jam to a solid beat like this and jive out!!

[@Arzakh1]

wow.. that is whats called talent!!!

[@MarcinReisch]

It is most creaziest, funkiest, groovies, bluesy improvisation ever! This 2 minutes improvisation change my life- really. When i heard that first time i ask myself WTF? it is possible to play that? If someday i play that i will be happiest man on earth. And i listen that every day, i try play that year by year, but i understand nothing. I spend 12 long year to learn that stuf. And now in 2021 i can play Funkie Blues Harmonica. I made that myself by ear! Some part of my harplayin life are finish. Now i am happy and sad. Happy because my little dream come true. Sad because I have finished the pursuit of something unsurpassed. I feel happy and, at the same time I feel empty. I don't know if I will ever find a song that evokes so many emotions in me.

[@thejoto]

Man you are a genius!!!!! love you style of improv!!!!

[@francomallquiparra507]

Seriously, fantastic!!

[@omgcopyritedstuff]

the old days are awesome

[@Grisu18]

I have this Vid in my Favourites for about 6 or 7 years now and i just can't stop watching it :D

[@RachaelDkaz2y5]

so i got my harmonica today after many months of watching you play. i hope i get this good someday ohhhhhhhhhhhhh boy

[@jumpinghoodoo]

I can feel the energy you blow through the harmonica! The reason why its sounds freaking good is because you play with feeling, there are allot of harmonica players how don't know how to do this. Brilliant harp playing!

[@Harmonica123]

why thank you

[@canenasg]

unbelievable......bravo..... my friend you make me huppy

[@Recovrd1]

Man u have total control over that harmonica.. The sounds you emit from it are amazing. Well done mate.

[@stonehand49]

as my late would say to me 50 years ago ..." stop playing that dirty music!". Outstanding

[@fattirevsbud]

He's got a hamonica mic on the stand behind him, this guy's legit. sounds great man keep it up!

[@ShadowPipo]

Vraiment Excellent !!! Trop fort !!! Bravo !!!

[@ocfilmsdotcom]

15 years later, this is still so amazing!!!

[@TalathaDenison]

Absolutely amazing - so much fun!

[@ShadowPipo]

Excellent vraiment un pro !!! Love for ever !!!

[@JCredible86]

This guy has way too much swag to be playing a harmonica!

[@DutchmanJay]

go play one :D think i'll go do that then. Mindblowing performance, could listen to that 24/7. Thanks!

[@Tomwolverton]

best harp player out there love this lick

[@dirgadamanik547]

Im still watching these in pandemic era..thank God.. my booster since i was high school, 2006

[@JoeyBrownITSAN]

Love the hamonica and he is good!

[@benjaminrhodes5385]

You are my favorite harmonica player EVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@Harmonica123]

shucks..thanks

[@feiz01]

master class,,,,,,ronnie man,,,,this is sick,,

[@366i3]

WOWWWWW i love that sound.. really good job

[@wouzzi01]

The new William Clarke!! Thanks, i'm loving it!

[@Dracapalley]

That there is some chops alright! Wow!

[@nishaaru_p]

This my favorite one 🥹🥹 can watch for hours n hours omgg

[@raghavendrakp]

You are great my friend. Really inspires me! I can imagine how much effort and patience has gone into becoming this good.

[@Harmonica123]

thanks so much

[@abrakadar]

Pashion and mastery. Brilliant.

[@alibennar1857]

Époustouflant. Trop fort le gars

[@kdizzle3312]

Love the Harmonica and you make it look easy! Great job.

[@Saifull1991]

I salute you Sir. If you guys check up the Evolution of KZbin video on KZbin, you will find that when that video reaches that part 'July 19th, 2006 ' , this video is shown as a thumbnail there. Loads of respect to you Sir. Nostalgia ✔️

[@QueenVetta]

i must say thisssssss... OMG.. i would have never guest.. lookin at you or anyone for that fact they could play a song like that.. omgggggg.. i am so out doneeee.. you are outstandingggggg... AND I MEAN IT.. HATERSSSSSSS STEP BACKKKKK.. THIS IS ONE MAN YOU CAN NOTTTTTT.. TOUCH... NOT ON THE HARMONICAAAAAAA.. FORGET.. GIVE IT UP .. A MATTER OF FACT.... DONT EVEN THINK ABOUT IT.... IT WILL NEVER HAPPEN... well doneeeeeeeee... need i say more... big HUGSSSSSSSS.. i am so excited ... wow...

[@IAmTheRocketMan]

Holy crap! You're awesome! That was amazing!

[@SUNNYRHOADES9]

Nice playing ..Cheers from Canada Keep On Harpin"

[@brobobh]

That was outstanding playing, I enjoyed it so much.

[@nathanrcash]

Awesome show last night in Tulsa!!! Hope to hear you live again sometime soon.

[@Harmonica123]

thanks..i play out regularly here in Denver,CO with my blues band, teach privately and through Skype on the internet, and I also work hard to offer download harmonica lessons on website listed in the title of this clip. I also have plenty of free lessons posted here on youtube.

[@sinprelic]

well, what can i say. as a hardcore blues fanatic, i can say your harp skills are just limitless. best youtube performance i've seen in a long, long, long time.

[@bleczycki]

soulful and tasty, as always :) Best greets Ronnie!

[@Harmonica123]

Thanks for listening

[@Harmonica123]

If you want to purchase the cd that includes this backing track, check the video description.

[@InjectedAudio]

That must be one happy lady!