Klarinet Archive - Posting 001261.txt from 1999/01

From: "Brent Eresman" <Beresman@-----.com>
Subj: [kl] Re: Guys and Dolls
Date: Mon, 25 Jan 1999 08:19:17 -0500

James Rosen pisat:

> How can I make the switch from Alto Sax to Bb Clarinet in the Overture to
> Guys and Dolls? There are only two very short measures in which to switch.
> Should I play alto without the strap, and hold the clarinet on my lap, then
> switch without putting either on a stand?
> -James
>
Just leave the alto hanging on the strap, pick up the clarinet and
play it. Unless you're particularly energetic while you play, the
sax mouthpiece and reed should be safe from harm until you get a bit
more of a rest and can put the instrument on a stand.

Brent Eresman
beresman@-----.com

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