Klarinet Archive - Posting 000209.txt from 1996/07

From: Fred Jacobowitz <fredj@-----.EDU>
Subj: Re: Need to buy Alto Clarinet
Date: Thu, 11 Jul 1996 12:46:19 -0400

David,
I have an old A. Fontaine (France) alto which plays (I'm positive
it needs some pad work because the seal is nowhere near perfect).
The wod is in excellent condition - no cracks, chips, etc. The keywork is
nickle-plated and has a few spots of green oxidation.
It was given to me by a friend who said he would never have any use for
it and maybe I'd like to make a lamp out of it. That's what I've been
saving it for. However, make me an offer. I'd rather see a playable
instrument get played (even an alto, gasp!) than made into a lamp, which
is what I do with various useless, old, damaged/worn-out musical instruments
from clarinets/saxes to violins.

Fred Jacobowitz
Clarinet/Sax Instructor, Peabody Preparatory

On Thu, 11 Jul 1996, Dave Lane wrote:

> I can scarcely believe I'm writing this, but I (for our local High School)
> am in the market to buy a used Alto Clarinet.
>
> I prefer a wood horn by a major manufacturer. It doesn't have to be in
> perfect playing condition, but should be free of severe unrepaired cracks,
> excess key wear, etc.
>
> Be aware that I am in Lewisville, Texas (suburban Dallas) if you have one
> that I might need to look at. As usual, please reply by direct e-mail
> rather than through this list.
>
> Best Regards
>
> Dave Lane
> 214-221-3283
> davelane@-----.com
>