Klarinet Archive - Posting 000684.txt from 2002/04

From: Suzanne Stanton <suzanne@-----.com>
Subj: [kl] Embouchure question
Date: Wed, 24 Apr 2002 15:05:50 -0400

I've been reading in Keith Stein's book, "The Art of Clarinet Playing" about
how to form a correct embouchure. He says, "Keep the red of the lower lip
turned outward. Never allow it to roll inward and be lost." I was taught
years ago to fold the bottom lip over the bottom teeth and keep it tight.
What do all of you do? I also read a post here awhile back that mentioned
an "O" shaped embouchure. I'm not exactly clear what that means. I'd
really like to work on my tone, and I'm willing to change my embouchure, if
I need to. Also, are there any other good "how to" books out there on
clarinet playing? Thanks for any feedback.

Suzanne Stanton

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