Klarinet Archive - Posting 000283.txt from 1997/04

From: The Crew <yitzg@-----.NET>
Subj: Lip cushion?
Date: Thu, 17 Apr 1997 08:56:53 -0400

I've read in the past short while on Klarinet a suggestion on using some
kind of material to form a cushion for the lower teeth so they won't
hurt the lower lip etc. The material had something to do with "sports"
and was put into hot water and then on teeth to form a "perfect fit." I
looked through the mail still on my machine, serched the archives (it
was before the "last updated on" date), and couldn't find it. I spent
close to forty minutes trying many search strings, but still couldn't
find it. If anyone still has this article, please do e-mail it to me,
as my semi-crooked lower teeth are hurting my lips. My teacher
suggested I use a piece of paper, which does work, but I'd like to try
that material.

While I'm at it, has anyone ever heard of a Reynolds-Medalist (plastic)
brand clarinet? I bought it from someone who had it for 24
years. The guy at the local music shop said it has a very good,
professional, feel to it. My teacher says that he feels (regarding the
keywork) just like he's playing his Buffet R-13. At least now the next
person to search for a Reynold-Medalist in the archives will find
something :) .

Thanks a lot in advance,

-yg