Hold the mouth harp by the frame with the decorated side facing outward
Place the frame gently against your teeth or lips, keeping the reed centered in front of your mouth
Keep your jaw relaxed and your mouth slightly open
Pluck the reed with your finger in a quick, firm motion
Use your mouth as a resonating chamber by changing the shape of your tongue, lips, and throat
Breathe in and out smoothly while playing
Change the pitch by moving your tongue forward and back
Change the tone by opening and closing your mouth more or less
Play short, controlled plucks to start
Avoid biting the reed or pressing the instrument too hard
Practice with different mouth shapes to create different sounds
Stop if your lips, teeth, or jaw become sore