How to play the harmonica
Harmonica and Men

Simple Harmonica Tabs: Oh! Susanna

Oh! Susanna

4 -4 5 -5 6 -6 6 -5

5 -4 4 -4 5 -5 6

4 -4 5 -5 6 -6 6 -5

5 -4 4 -4 5 -5 6

This tab is for a diatonic harmonica in the key of C. The numbers represent the holes on the harmonica, and the "-" sign indicates drawing (inhale) rather than blowing (exhale).

Lyrics

I come from Alabama
With my banjo on my knee
I'm going to Louisiana
My true love for to see
Oh! Susanna
Oh don't you cry for me
For I come from Alabama
With my banjo on my knee

Instructions

1. Hold the harmonica with the numbers facing up.
2. Play the holes according to the tab above. Blow for plain numbers and draw for numbers with a "-".
3. Follow the rhythm of the lyrics for timing.
4. Practice regularly to improve your skills and enjoy playing!

Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star

4 4 5 5 6 6 5
4 4 5 5 6 6 5
5 5 4 4 3 3 2
5 5 4 4 3 3 2