Klarinet Archive - Posting 001148.txt from 2000/10

From: Richard Bush <rbushidioglot@-----.com>
Subj: Re: [kl] strengthening embouchure
Date: Mon, 23 Oct 2000 14:42:11 -0400

Stew,

Without getting personal, age might play a factor. There are, however, many
people who continue to play well to a ripe old age.

Are you taking lessons? Maybe you're working harder than you need to. Maybe
you're working the wrong muscles. Consider some lessons.

Also, consider joining a community band or orchestra. Nothing like having
something to work for to keep you practicing every day.

I have no suggestions about any non playing exercises or isometrics. I've read
of some, and maybe those who have suggested them before would offer them again.

Keep playing. Riding an exercise bike isn't nearly as fun as smelling the great
outdoors.

stewart kiritz wrote:

> Hello there!
>
> I resumed playing after many years away from the clarinet. The problem I am
> experiencing is that my embouchure is taking an extremely long time to
> develop the strength it once had. If I play for short intervals several
> times a day it begins to come back. But if I miss a day or two even after
> several months it seems I am back to square one, and can only play for a few
> minutes before muscle fatigue sets in. I assume that this has something to
> do with my age.
>
> I am seeking suggestions for exercises that I can do when not playing
> perhaps, to strengthen the muscles of the cheeks and mouth somehow. I'd be
> interested in any kind of suggestions or if others have had similar
> experiences.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Stewart Kiritz
>
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