HarmonicaUK 2022 International Harmonica Competition
First Place to Pam Lee (above left) in the 'Diatonic Melodic' category
First Place to Dave Colclough (above right) in the 'Diatonic Blues' category - he also got a 2nd in Melodic. In 2023 Andrew Sutherland bagged a 2nd Prize (center)
"I’m just emailing you to thank you for all of help and support over the past year.
It doesn’t seem that long ago that you interviewed me and I was proudly showing you my “Swan” harmonica.
At the time I had no idea how to play and was amazed to find that the draw notes were a serious part of the instrument and not just what happened when you sucked instead of blowing.
I felt deeply honoured when at the open mike, after patiently listening to my tune you stated that I could add the harmonica to the list of instrument that I can actually play – a proud moment for me.
I am quite pleased with my progress and hope to move into a more bluesey style over my second year, now that I’m starting take 2 .
I have sent two uploaded 2 videos of “Summertime” to celebrate my 12 month anniversary featuring my painful attempt and draw bending.
Once again, thank you for your help, encouragement, and direction.
Hopefully I may see you at the Festival."