Klarinet Archive - Posting 000685.txt from 1997/08

From: "Donald Walkner" <dwalkner@-----.com>
Subj: Re: bass clarinet and clarinet
Date: Sun, 17 Aug 1997 00:37:52 -0400

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> From: Craig E. G. Countryman <cegc@-----.net>
> To: klarinet@-----.us
> Subject: Re: bass clarinet and clarinet
> Date: Saturday, August 16, 1997 9:12 PM
>
> I think Matt's comment about Brass instruments not making music isn't
> quite on the mark. I understand the point he is making, but the way he
> says it really isn't that good. Brass instruments can make music!! Why
> do we have them? Why was the brass choir invented? I'd seriously
> rethink that statement!!
>
> Of course, the comment that woodwinds make no difference on a marching
> field isn't quite true either. While they don't have optimal
> projection, they add a different tamber (spelling?) to the tone that you
> don't get from brass alone. Also, marching band is most common in a
> school band is it not? Telling 40 woodwinds they can't march isn't
> quite practical.

Doesn't the University of Madison marching band not use woodwinds
except saxes? Point to ponder...
Amy
>
> Both groups add different elements to the music in the show, and both
> play vital parts in the overall success of the show.
>
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