Klarinet Archive - Posting 000259.txt from 2003/09

From: Audrey Travis <vsofan@-----.ca>
Subj: Re: [kl] New Backun barrels and bells
Date: Thu, 11 Sep 2003 16:26:02 -0400

I told you so, I told you so, I told you so....!! (Said in a nasal singsong
twang) ... Grin!!

Audrey

Nancy Buckman wrote:

> Today I received my barrels and bells (A and Bb clarinets) that I ordered
> from Morrie Backun at ClarinetFest. To those of you with Patricola
> instruments, I cannot stress the fact that these bells and barrels are
> worth their weight in gold. I can't really speak for the grenadilla
> instruments, but the rosewood ones, which have a beautiful sweet sound but
> are somewhat lacking in the ability to project - well this equipment turns
> them into bullhorns. Every note is clear and right on pitch with no
> wavering at all. The low notes are big and vibrant and full and it is as
> easy to pop out the high A above the staff as it is to play any other note
> (at pitch too). I swear, Morrie Backun is going to be one rich man. I
> can't wait to go to rehearsal tonight. For once, I am going to be able to
> compete with those blasted trumpets behind my back! My e-flat barrel and
> bell arrive next week and we are doing El Salon Mexico. Playtime has
> arrived!!!!! These things are the kiss of death for anyone who tries to
> mess with me.
>

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