Klarinet Archive - Posting 000236.txt from 1999/05

From: Roger Garrett <rgarrett@-----.edu>
Subj: Re: [kl] Intonation Problems
Date: Sat, 8 May 1999 15:53:08 -0400

On Sat, 8 May 1999 haydenmusic@-----.com wrote:
> I guess your embouchure is somewhat developed. The E-11 is supplied
> with a 64.5 mm barrel. This barrel is designed to make the clarinet play
> sharp, since it is meant for a player with a non-developed embouchure.

Really? I didn't know this. Is this information presented by Buffet?

I would never start a beginner on anything less than a standard barrel
with standard pitch. They don't have to have a developed embouchure to
play at pitch - just the right reed/mouthpiece setup and plenty of rest
between practice sessions. They have enough strength within 3 days to
play quite well in tune in the low register - which is where they should
remain for several months.
Roger Garrett
Professor of Clarinet
Director - Concert Band, Symphonic Winds & Titan Band
Advisor - Recording Studio
Illinois Wesleyan University

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