Klarinet Archive - Posting 000123.txt from 1997/03

From: Kathi Atkins <kathi@-----.COM>
Subj: Re: HELP!
Date: Mon, 3 Mar 1997 22:34:46 -0500

> but with the reeds and ligature I've been using I've found them to sound >
really 'stuffy'.
>
>
By 'stuffy' do you mean the sound also referred to as "wooly". If so, it's
most likely the reed you are using. If this is the case try sanding A VERY
LITTLE BIT off the left/right towards the top but don't touch the heart of
the reed with that sandpaper!!! Also, how many different reeds are you using
right now? If it is only one try more, it could work!
Have you ever tried a rubber ligiture? It was recommended to me
once, I tried it and I liked it much better. It allows the reed to vibrate
more freely. Let me know how everything works out. Good luck!! :]
--<-{= Kathi =}->--