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Harmonica

Clint H.

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Teaches online

Teaches all skill levels

Age: 18+

Speaks English

Teaching since 1981

Jazz/Blues improvisation, Jazz Harmony and Composition

About Clint H.

4.9

(43)

"The Harmonica is my specialty as a professional performer and teacher. It's not my 2nd or 3rd instrument, but my primary one that I've spent a lifetime mastering. I've been teaching, performing and recording on the harmonica for over 30 years and I'm an expert on both the chromatic harmonica and the ten hole diatonic "Blues Harp". I work with absolute beginners to the most advanced professional level in a wide variety of styles. My lessons are tailored to suit your individual needs." Clint Hoover originally hails from Minneapolis, MN and began playing the “harp” after seeing Muddy Waters perform. A rare breed of musician, Clint has mastered both the chromatic harmonica and diatonic blues harp. From modern jazz to pre-war blues, Clint has delved deep into the musical possibilities of the harmonica. A professional for decades, he's lent his talents to movies, commercials, TV, radio, theater, instruction books and countless CD projects. His own albums have received rave reviews nationally and internationally. He’s worked with diverse artists ranging from jazz guitar wizard and composer Reynold Philipsek, to folk blues legend Papa John Kolstad to Nashville songwriter Tom Mason. With a reputation of musical flexibility, he became a sought after studio session player. As a respected music educator, he was on staff at Mpls Community and Technical College, McNally Smith College of Music, The West Bank School of Music and The Homestead School of Folk Music. In New York City, he attended Parsons/New School Jazz and Contemporary Music Program and studied with classical harmonica virtuoso Robert Bonfiglio. Clint’s work has earned him a place in the Encyclopedia of the Harmonica.

Instructor details

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Teaches Online

Teaching Hours

Tuesday

7 AM-2:30 PM

Wednesday

7 AM-2:30 PM

Thursday

7 AM-2:30 PM

Saturday

9 AM-12 PM

Sunday

9 AM-1 PM

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Pricing

30 minutes

$30

45 minutes

$45

60 minutes

$60

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4.9

43 Reviews

alan

Online

Clint is an excellent teacher and harmonica player. You will not find a better teacher.

Posted Feb 21, 2021

Jason

Online

Clint has been a delight to learn from. I've wanted to learn harmonica for years and finally decided to sign up for some online lessons. His passion and knowledge are exceptional and I'm thrilled with my progress.

Posted Feb 15, 2021

Online

Clint is really the best - a total master at the harp but also a thoughtful teacher who has so far guided me step by step. He is encouraging and wants me to really become great - and I hope to!

Posted Dec 27, 2020

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Experience

Harmonica Instructor

Jun, 1981 - Jan, 2011

West Bank School of Music, Mpls, MN

Faculty member teaching private and group classes on the harmonica as well as student ensembles.

Harmonica Instructor

Sep, 2008 - Jan, 2011

McNally Smith College of Music, St. Paul, MN

Faculty member teaching private lessons on the chromatic harmonica and the diatonic blues harp.

Harmonica Instructor

Sep, 1994 - Jan, 2011

St. Paul Public Schools, MN

Taught private lessons and group classes on the harmonica through Community Education.

Harmonica Instructor

Jan, 1989 - Jan, 2011

Minneapolis Community and Technical College, MN

Private instruction on both the chromatic harmonica and the diatonic blues harp.

Harmonica Instructor

May, 1983 - Jan, 2011

Homestead School of Folk Music, Richfield, MN

Private instruction on the diatonic blues harp and the chromatic harmonica.

Education

B.A. Cum Laude, Visual Arts

Sep, 1974 - May, 1978

Augsburg College, Mpls, MN

Jazz/Blues improvisation, Jazz Harmony and Composition

Sep, 1987 - May, 1988

The New School Jazz and Contemporary Music BFA Program

Awards

SPAH Official Society Award for Harmonica Teaching

Aug, 2004

Society for the Preservation and Advancement of the Harmonica

Affiliations

Society for the Preservation and Advancement of the Harmonica

Jan, 1983

SPAH is the Society for the Preservation and Advancement of the Harmonica. It is a non-profit, member organization dedicated to serving the harmonica community.

American Federation of Musicians

Mar, 2017

A labor union representing professional musicians in the United States and Canada. Founding in 1896 as the successor to the "National League of Musicians," the AFM is the largest organization in the world representing the interests of professional musicians.

National Harmonica League

Jan, 2013

The NHL is Britain's only national harmonica club, and it is proud to have Paul Jones as its President, and Norm Dobson as its Vice President for the USA and Canada. Brendan Power, Lee Oskar and Adam Glasser are Patrons. It is a Registered Charity (England & Wales) No 1131484. Most of its members live in Britain, but there are many members in the USA, and smaller numbers in around 20 countries. We welcome every kind of harmonica enthusiast. The majority are players, ranging in attainment from complete beginners to extremely accomplished professionals. Others are collectors, or listeners who go to concerts and enjoy hearing recordings. Some are even parents or partners of harmonica players. That's real enthusiasm. Some are introducing the harmonica to school children.