The Persuaders
John Barry
Free The Persuaders harmonica notes and tab for chromatic harmonica, synchronized with audio. Key G, 100 BPM — slow it down and practise.
Movies & TVIntermediate228 notesG100 BPM
About this score
This score page is designed for chromatic harmonica practice. Open it in MozHarmoScore to listen to the melody, slow down the tempo and follow the notes while working on breath, timing and expression.
Why learn this piece
This piece develops mastery of altered notes and cinematic rhythm, essential for chromatic harmonica progress.
Skills developed
Legato★★★★☆
Swing★★☆☆☆
Chromatic button★★☆☆☆
Rhythm★★★★☆
Speed★★★★☆
Expression★★★★☆
Music DNA
Jazz feeling35%
Expression70%
Technique100%
Breath100%
Reading78%
Improvisation35%
Rhythm100%
Chromatic button38%
Technical data
Notes228
Measures36
Tempo100 BPM
KeyG
Lowest noteD#4
Highest noteC6
Max intervaloctave or more
Dominant rhythmeighth notes
Altered notes17%
Avg. breath8.4 notes
Fast rhythms28
Rests33
Repeated notes65
Ties22
Rangewide
Progression plan
Day 175 BPM
Slow reading of the first two lines.
Day 290 BPM
Stabilize breath and note connections.
Goal100 BPM
Play cleanly at target tempo.
Musical goals
- Mastery of altered notes using the chromatic button.
- Breath control for fast passages and long notes.
- Maintaining eighth-note and syncopated rhythms.
- Fluency in wide melodic intervals.
Common mistakes
- Failing to anticipate breath on long notes.
- Pressing the chromatic button too early or late.
- Losing rhythm on rapid sixteenth-note passages.
- Playing wide intervals without preparation.
Coach tips
- Practice chromatic button passages slowly to avoid mistakes.
- Breathe before long notes to keep a stable tone.
- Use a metronome to maintain steady eighth-note rhythm.
- Mentally prepare for wide intervals before playing them.
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Tab analysis and practice
AI summary
This mini-course analyzes altered notes, eighth-note rhythm, and breath control for smooth playing.
Suggested tempo75 -> 100 BPM
Passages to isolate
- Isolate sequences with altered notes and rapid sixteenth notes.
Focus points
- Breath control to avoid breaks on long and fast notes.
Coach
- Breathe calmly and anticipate breath changes to maintain a stable sound.
- Use the chromatic button precisely for altered notes without rushing.
- Respect the eighth-note rhythm and syncopations to keep the groove.
- Be careful with misplaced altered notes that can distort the melody.