Klarinet Archive - Posting 000461.txt from 1996/05

From: Fred Jacobowitz <fredj@-----.EDU>
Subj: Re: gig bags
Date: Mon, 20 May 1996 15:11:13 -0400

Robert,
For the last almost 15 years I have been using the Reunion Blues
cordura gig bag. They are a California outfit which has also marketed
their product through Leblanc (with the Leblanc logo on it). It's not
everyone's cup of tea but I LOVE it. Just be careful not to cruch the
case too much. I have, however, gotten it caught in New York City subway
doors, dropped it occasionally, etc. And no damage to the instrument
except for once when the side Bb/c# key was slightly bent and I just
bended it back.
Just remember that this is an actual CASE - not a cover. The
clarinets fit in padded, insulated pouches with in a padded cordura
(treated canvas) bag. Great idea with tons of room for music and
equipment such as music stands, metronomes, etc.

Fred Jacobowitz
Clarinet/Sax instructor, Peabody Preparatory

On Fri, 17 May 1996, Robert Chan wrote:

> Hello.. I just had a few questions that I'm hoping that you can answer.
> Well first, I've been looking for a gig bag for my clarinet for a while.
> I have a Buffet R13(I think, I never actually checked but its the one
> with the big case). So I'd appreciate it if anyone could recommend
> something? Also, which books are out there available so that I could
> learn more about playing techniques, reed working instructions, etc.?
>