Klarinet Archive - Posting 000315.txt from 1995/09

From: Everett J Austin <BrendaA624@-----.COM>
Subj: Re: Facings and tip openings
Date: Thu, 14 Sep 1995 00:50:16 -0400

In general a wider tip opening fits a softer reed and vice versa and a longer
facing fits a stronger reed and vice versa. try not to go too far in either
direction is my advice: medium is best (though definitions of medium vary
quite a bit). Also, beware of "mouthpieceitis"-it is easy to catch,
expensive and hard to cure! Seek the guidance of an experienced teacher for
your choice of mouthpieces-perhaps the most important part of the instrument.
Sincerely,
Everett Austin
San Francisco