Klarinet Archive - Posting 000898.txt from 2004/01

From: GrabnerWG@-----.com
Subj: Re: [kl] C clarinet intonantion, was: Amati clarinets
Date: Fri, 30 Jan 2004 19:35:55 -0500

Joe says:

<< Isn't the main problem with C clarinets is simply that we play them
using mouthpieces designed for larger instruments (Bb and A)? I imagine
most of the intonation problems associated with C clarinets would vanish
if people were willing to use mouthpieces of appropriate design.>>

I think the problem is the opposite. Most "C" clarinets are
designed/made/bored so that a Bb/A mouthpiece WILL work. And yes, it IS a
compromise.

The same argument could be made for A vs. Bb clarinets you know.

Walter

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