Klarinet Archive - Posting 000294.txt from 2002/03

From: "Buckman, Nancy" <nebuckman@-----.us>
Subj: [kl] Synthetic reeds
Date: Fri, 15 Mar 2002 13:22:09 -0500

I have used the Legere reeds for a long time (2+ yrs.) and have recently had
to return to cane because I have developed an irritated place along the
vermilion border of my lower lip where the reed rests. I have the same
problem with the nose pieces on my glasses. I solved the problem on my
glasses with a thin coat of nail polish, however that won't work on the
synthetic reeds, as it interferes to much with the vibration of the reed.
When I switched back to the cane reeds, I spent the same amount of time
readjusting to them as I did when I made the switch to plastic. I can't
wait for this place on my lip to heal enough so that I can go back to the
Legeres for a while. They are so much more consistent. I don't have to
carry the reed tools and the many cases of reeds. I do a lot of doubling
and they save me from having to constantly wet the reeds on all my
instruments. It's nice not having to lug the extra gear.

Nancy

Nancy E. Buckman, Technical Assistant
School of Health Professions, Wellness and Physical Education
Anne Arundel Community College
Arnold, MD 21012-1895 USA
Phone 410-777-2316 Fax 410-777-2233
E-mail nebuckman@-----.us

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