Pat-A-Pan Harmonica Tabs

Bernard de la MonnoyeKey of GmIntermediate

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The song 'Pat-a-Pan' by Bernard de la Monnoye is written for a Bb diatonic harmonica, utilizing holes 6–8. This tab requires a bend at -6'. A particular focus should be on the hardest line, which is line 6 featuring the sequence -7 -6' -6 -7. Mastering this line will enhance your overall performance of the piece, making it a rewarding challenge for intermediate players.

How to play the first line of Pat-A-Pan on harmonica

  1. Get a Bb diatonic harmonica

    This Pat-A-Pan tab is written for a Bb diatonic harmonica.

    Need a Bb harmonica? See our harmonica guide

  2. Read the hole numbers

    Each number is a hole. A plain number (6) means blow out, a number with a minus sign (-5) means draw in, and an apostrophe (-4') is a bend.

  3. Play the first line slowly

    The first line is -6 -6 8 8 -8 8 7 -7 7 -8 -7: 5 blow and 6 draw notes. Play it slowly, one clean note at a time, then match the rhythm of the recording.

  4. Carry on line by line

    Once the first line sounds clean, learn the rest of the tab one line at a time.

Questions about this tab

What harmonica do I need for Pat-A-Pan?
A Bb diatonic harmonica. The Pat-A-Pan harmonica tab on this page is written for that harp.
Is Pat-A-Pan easy to play on harmonica?
This song is marked intermediate level. Its tab uses bends.
What are the first notes of Pat-A-Pan on harmonica?
The first line is -6 -6 8 8 -8 8 7 -7 7 -8 -7. Plain numbers are blow notes, numbers with a minus sign are draw notes.

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