Klarinet Archive - Posting 001364.txt from 1999/03

From: Roger Garrett <rgarrett@-----.edu>
Subj: Re: [kl] bass clarinet cases
Date: Sat, 27 Mar 1999 00:58:03 -0500

On Fri, 26 Mar 1999 OohGodYeah@-----.com wrote:
> i am traveling to Hawaii with my band over spring break in April, and I double
> on clarinet and bass clarinet. My bass clarinet is very expensive and i do
> not have insurance for it. Unfortunately, it is too big to take on the plane
> as a carry-on. ive heard some awful horror stories about airlines handling
> instruments as luggage, with throwing them around and such. unless i can find
> someway to take it on the plane myself, i need to make sure that i can pack it
> securely for check-in luggage. I was wondering what types of cases are
> available for 5-section bass clarinets that are heavy-duty and can stand
> airline travel. Can any of you give me some suggestions? the only ones ive
> heard are good are the BAM trekking cases plus they have backpack straps and a
> shoulder strap. great bonus!

The case made in England (I forgot the maker - too late to think tonight)
- holds a double set Bb/A as well as a low C bass clarinet. The case is
expensive - $550-700 depending on when and where you buy it - but it is
sturdy and fits in an overhead compartment quite easily.

RG
Roger Garrett
Professor of Clarinet
Director - Concert Band, Symphonic Winds & Titan Band
Advisor - Recording Studio
Illinois Wesleyan University

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