Klarinet Archive - Posting 000587.txt from 2002/12

From: A4ACHESON@-----.com
Subj: Re: [kl] Kooiman thumbrest....
Date: Tue, 24 Dec 2002 12:06:52 -0500

In a message dated 24/12/02 4:02:20 am, fpg@-----.us writes:

<< Hi Lacy, I've been using the ETUDE model, the cheaper of the two versions
of the Kooimnan thumbrest, for about two years now. It costs $20.00 in my
area and is quite easy to install. It has provided a great deal of relief
for me and has resulted in pain-free playing >>

For more reasons than the pain, I think the Kooniman etude is worth a try. I
found it did ease the pain but a sling was better, for me. The Kooniman may
help by improving the right hand position.
Arthur Acheson

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