Klarinet Archive - Posting 000215.txt from 2000/12

From: "Buckman, Nancy" <nebuckman@-----.us>
Subj: RE: [kl] Legere reeds(Problems?)
Date: Mon, 4 Dec 2000 14:53:40 -0500

I've been using the same reed since I bought my first Legere and that's been
more than a year ago. I own another one but it hasn't been opened yet.

Nancy

Nancy E. Buckman, Technical Assistant
School of Health Professions, Wellness and Physical Education
Anne Arundel Community College
Arnold, Maryland 21012 USA
nebuckman@-----.us

> -----Original Message-----
> From: martinmarks@-----.com]
> Sent: Saturday, December 02, 2000 11:45 AM
> To: msweldon@-----.org
> Subject: Re: [kl] Legere reeds(Problems?)
>
> About how many hours of playing time would you estimate you get per Legere
>
> reed and how would you rate their consistancy from reed to reed. I tried
>
> them about two years ago when they were first marketed and the first reed
> I
> tried was wonderful. It lasted about 6 weeks, but it was played at
> least
> 3-4 hours a day. When I tried to replace it , I couldn't duplicate the
> strength or quality of that first reed. I assume from the recent
> comments that the problems I encountered have been surmounted.
> I'm giving them another try now, but would appreciate any input regarding
>
> above.
> Also, has anyone tried rotating several reeds to increase the life of the
>
> individual reeds being used. They seem to break down or soften after an
>
> hour or so of use. Might resting them increase their playing time?
> Marty Marks
>
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