_The Hal Leonard Melodica Method_ is designed for anyone interested in learning the basics of playing the melodica. This easy-to-use beginner's guide serves as an introduction to everything needed to begin playing with proper technique. It's filled with helpful diagrams and photographs and uses folk tunes that students can learn as they work their way through the book. Topics covered include: mouthpiece techniques, breathing, chords, rhythms, improvising, vibrato, trills, and glissando techni...