If you've never played before, you've probably seen people play and it looks like they are biting the jaw harp. This is not the case–biting the jaw harp can cause damage to your teeth and to your lips. The jaw harp vibrates significantly when played and this kind of rattling is liable to chip something.

Is it hard to learn the jaw harp?

The musical sounds of the jaw harp are undeniably unique and an interesting instrument to add to your musical repertoire. Learning how to play the mouth harp is not as difficult as you may think! ... The jaw harp consists of a small metal U-shape body and a rod that is flicked with the finger to produce sound.

Is jaw harp easy?

It is easy to play the Jew's Harp. You put the instrument against your mouth and just start playing. Many sounds and effects are easily found by giving it a try. ... There are few instructions on how to play, and most of them do not teach more than how to hold the instrument and pluck the reed.