Klarinet Archive - Posting 000583.txt from 1996/12

From: Erica Horn <EJHtalk@-----.com>
Subj: Re: throat problems
Date: Sat, 21 Dec 1996 02:11:43 -0500

Dear Fred,

In my earlier years I always ascribed to the open throat idea. Since a
summer at Aspen studying with Bill Jackson, (a Robert Marcellus protege) I've
been keeping the tongue high and wide in the mouth in order to focus the
airstream and center the sound. The other benefit for me was improved
projection. Lately I've been experimenting with the open throat again, and
coincidentally, I've experienced some throat pain (Before I experimented that
is). I found that by not allowing my throat to give into the pressure of the
airstream, my discomfort was aleviated. The jury is still out on whether the
"open throat" is beneficial for me in terms of sound et al.

I'd love to hear more about what you feel the pros & cons are.

Sincerely,

Erica