Harmonicas: The Harmonious Musical Instrument

LilSugar — Thu, 04 Sep 2008 15:00:58 PDT

When you have kids, talking, screaming, beeping, and blaring products are part of the program - even those that mysteriously turn on in the middle of the night. Most youngsters delight in the sounds created by banging a drum, playing a horn, or clashing symbols. While the actions benefit a wee one's development, they can leave moms and dads with mind-numbing headaches.

While we were vacationing in Lake Tahoe, my husband picked up a couple of harmonicas ($5) for our daughter and son to entertain themselves on the car ride home. After the kids blew into them a few times, I realized that no matter how novice the player, the metal instrument is melodic. A tot may need to be fine-tuned and musically gifted to play a violin, but on the harmonica anything goes. My lil ones soon discovered how to perform duets, and they love carrying them around in their lil blue cases.

Watch Jimmy Fallon Cover the Charles in Charge Theme Song - As Bob Dylan!

Becky Kirsch — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 08:51:57 PDT

If you were a child of the '80s (or even the early '90s), chances are good that you've had the Charles in Charge theme song stuck in your head more than a few times. It's been ages since I've heard the catchy little ditty, but Jimmy Fallon decided to bring it back on his show last night, adding his own unique spin. Fallon's known for his Neil Young impression, but this time he channeled his inner Bob Dylan for his ode to Scott Baio's famous character - complete with harmonica. Can I make a request for the Full House theme song next?