Klarinet Archive - Posting 001157.txt from 1998/01

From: Composer16 <Composer16@-----.com>
Subj: Eb dilema
Date: Tue, 27 Jan 1998 12:30:12 -0500

As you've heard me say before, I have a Leblanc Concerto Bb clarinet which I
aboslutely love it over my old Buffet R-13. (Just my opinion of what works
for me - please let's not start a war!)
Anyhow, I want to get an Eb, and naturally I would like a matching Concerto
Eb. However, my funds aren't that close to the price. However, my money is
closer to a Patricola Eb. It is rosewood, and it has an Eb lever! Has anyone
played a patricola? What did you like/dislike about it? Would it have a
similar feel to it like the Leblanc? Would I have a hard time adjusting to
it? Should I mix brands? Should i go for it? Please help! This is
important! Thank you .
Chris Hoffman
P. S. Thanks to everyone who answered my other small questions. Knowing other
people's opinions is helpful to find what is popular, and what certain
qualities of accesories are like.