Klarinet Archive - Posting 001088.txt from 1998/01

From: "Ham Burger" <arghy@-----.com>
Subj: Questions!!! I need some help please!
Date: Mon, 26 Jan 1998 09:37:52 -0500

Hi there Wendy and Everyone Else. I am a few questions.
First off What is the Brancher? I have never heard of it. What is a
good ligature to use? I am looking for one that gives me a Darker Richer
Tone Quality. I am currently using the Inverted Bonade. I am
considering trying that new Vandoren 3 plated one. Have you tried it?
is it any good? The woodwind Catalog?

Also along the topic of reeds. What do you people prefer to play? I
have tried the Grand Concert's don't like them much the quality is ok
but I find they are only really good for about 30 mins playing time. A
typical Rico Reed. I have tried the Vandoren's and V12's I really think
that the Reg. Vandoren's are better at least the ones I have bought in
the last 5 box's of 3 1/2 or 4's. I have also tried the Vick Oleveria's
(SP)? those spanish reeds. I did not think the quality was another
special. What of these Zondas? and Vandoren Hand Selects? I am also
looking for Blanks does anyone out there know where I could buy some
REALLY cheap. Please note. I live in Toronto, Ontario so the Exchange
is also a factor.

On a different note on reeds. Do you people prefer Sanding or using a
reed knife to fix warpage? I prefer the Reed Knife. But I would like
some Opinions please!

Also on the Topic of Barrels. I am looking for something new. What's
good out there? I have heard a lot about the Moeing's but the only guy
here in Toronto (Gary Armstrong's Lim.) Want's too much money for it
($220+) are their any other barrels out there and are just as good
quality for a decent price? (I would use a 64mm barrel)

And last but not least I am now searching for a new Mouthpiece. I am
looking for a mouthpiece that is free blowing and can produce a dark and
richer sound then my current B45 Modifyed by Thomas Dowling. A Teacher
I have knowen for along time.

Thanks in Advance for all your help!
Ian Ray
A Private study Student in Scarborough, Ontario
Playing with the Toronto Youth Wind Orchestra

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