Abstract: A supporting frame and magnetic cradle for playing a harmonica hands-free, the frame providing two positions: a “playing” position for rigidly supporting the harmonica in proximity to the mouth and an “at-rest” position for retaining the harmonica within reach but out of the way. The frame provides means for pivoting the harmonica between the two positions and a memory hinge feature so that, once adjusted, the preferred playing position is reliably recovered at each use. A magnetic lock is used to secure the harmonica to its playing cradle, unexpectedly improving the sound quality. Multiple harmonicas may be magnetically exchanged in and out of the cradle, permitting the musician to quickly and flexibly change keys, timbre, or add tremolo, for example, during a performance. The frame does not interfere with simultaneous performance with other instruments, such as guitar or microphone, and thus finds use for a soloist musician.

Abstract: A magnetic harmonica cradle having a fixed support surface that has been magnetized so as to securely hold a harmonica on the support surface when played without hands. An anterior raised lip is associated with the support surface and is configured to prevent the harmonica from slipping away from the mouth of the musician. A preferred magnetic cradle also permits the musician to grasp the harmonica in place, such as with a cupping motion for modulating the sound, or in a picking up motion for dismounting and/or exchanging the harmonica without the necessity for a mechanical release or latching mechanism which would slow the process or require tools and additional adjustment.

Abstract: A magnetic harmonica cradle having a fixed support surface that has been magnetized so as to securely hold a harmonica on the support surface when played without hands. An anterior raised lip is associated with the support surface and is configured to prevent the harmonica from slipping away from the mouth of the musician. A preferred magnetic cradle also permits the musician to grasp the harmonica in place, such as with a cupping motion for modulating the sound, or in a picking up motion for dismounting and/or exchanging the harmonica without the necessity for a mechanical release or latching mechanism which would slow the process or require tools and additional adjustment.

Abstract: A supporting frame and magnetic cradle for playing a harmonica hands-free, the frame providing two positions: a “playing” position for rigidly supporting the harmonica in proximity to the mouth and an “at-rest” position for retaining the harmonica within reach but out of the way. The frame provides means for pivoting the harmonica between the two positions and a memory hinge feature so that, once adjusted, the preferred playing position is reliably recovered at each use. A magnetic lock is used to secure the harmonica to its playing cradle, unexpectedly improving the sound quality. Multiple harmonicas may be magnetically exchanged in and out of the cradle, permitting the musician to quickly and flexibly change keys, timbre, or add tremolo, for example, during a performance. The frame does not interfere with simultaneous performance with other instruments, such as guitar or microphone, and thus finds use for a soloist musician.

Abstract: A supporting frame and magnetic cradle for playing a harmonica hands-free, the frame providing two positions: a “playing” position for rigidly supporting the harmonica in proximity to the mouth and an “at-rest” position for retaining the harmonica within reach but out of the way. The frame provides means for pivoting the harmonica between the two positions and a memory hinge feature so that, once adjusted, the preferred playing position is reliably recovered at each use. A magnetic lock is used to secure the harmonica to its playing cradle, unexpectedly improving the sound quality. Multiple harmonicas may be magnetically exchanged in and out of the cradle, permitting the musician to quickly and flexibly change keys, timbre, or add tremolo, for example, during a performance. The frame does not interfere with simultaneous performance with other instruments, such as guitar or microphone, and thus finds use for a soloist musician.