Klarinet Archive - Posting 000225.txt from 2003/11

From: "John Hansken" <hanskenj@-----.net>
Subj: Re: [kl] Bass Clarinet mouthpieces
Date: Mon, 17 Nov 2003 01:53:48 -0500

I've been recently inquiring about Bass Clarinet mouthpieces and for the
most part people have been saying I should try a Selmer C*.
As for crossing the break, if the horn is regulated correctly just use a lot
more air.

John

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From: "Christy Erickson" <perickso@-----.net>
Subject: [kl] Bass Clarinet mouthpieces

> My daughter, who has been playing Bb clarinet for several years and is in
> the 7th grade, came home with a brand new bass clarinet the school band
> director had given her to try out. She loves the instrument so far (even
> though it's bigger than she is). I believe it's a Vito (something plastic
> made by LeBlanc). Does anyone have a mouthpiece suggestion? The one that
> came with the instrument leaves much to be desired, not to mention the
only
> 1 and a half reed (Rico and unbalanced) the band director gave her to use.
> I have some experience playing an alto clarinet but never a bass.
Does
> anyone have any suggestions about crossing the break-she is having a tough
> time getting those notes to sound.
>
> Christy
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