Name: Brendan Power

Country: United Kingdom

Instrument of choice: Chromatic, 10 Hole (Diatonic)

Official Website: www.brendan-power.com

 

"I like the clear, crisp tone and build quality of Suzuki Harmonicas, both Chromatic and Diatonic. One of the main reasons I play Suzuki harmonicas is because the reads last the longest of any brand I've tried."United Kingdom based New Zealand harmonica player and composer Brendan Power is acknowledged by many as one of the most versatile and creative harp players around today. He has recorded with the likes of Sting, Van Morrison, Paul Young, James Galway & John Williams, and played on popular BBC TV series Such as Auf Wiedersehen Pet, as well as on Hollywood film soundtracks featuring Madonna, Jackie Chan, Britney Spears and others.

Brendan's long association with Suzuki dates to the late 80's, when
the company released their luxury diatonic ProMaster MR350V harmonica, incorporating Brendan's Power Reed Valve system for extra bends and expression. He likes the durability and tone of Suzuki harmonicas, and has used both diatonic and chromatic types for his performance and recording for many years.

In addition to his blues and jazz skills, Brendan is an expert player of
Irish traditional music, and performed for several years in the Riverdance show. He has toured widely, including playing at the Kremlin and the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. He sells copies of his CDs, instructional material and handmade custom harmonicas from his website.