Klarinet Archive - Posting 000387.txt from 2004/09

From: "Matthew Lloyd" <matthew@-----.uk>
Subj: RE: [kl] Alto Clarinet Questions
Date: Wed, 22 Sep 2004 16:30:20 -0400

No. That is unfair.

I don't have much experience of the alto, having only once played a
borrowed Buffet Prestige, but it was a beautiful instrument with a
gorgeous sound. I used my Hite mouthpiece that I own for my Buffet
Basset Horn.

Everyone I know who plays the alto thinks it is a hidden gem. Indeed one
player I know feels it is the best of all clarinets. As an instrument
between the Bb and bass I think it is in general a better bet than the
Basset Horn as it does, I feel, fit in better.

Look first at your mouthpiece, and then make sure your instrument is
well regulated. It's easy to suggest a new Buffet but I know it's
unrealistic, but spend money on the mouthpiece and it will reward you
well.

Good luck, and have fun.

Matthew.

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From: Richter, Stephen R. [mailto:SRICHTER@-----.edu]
Sent: 22 September 2004 20:27
To: klarinet@-----.org
Subject: RE: [kl] Alto Clarinet Questions

The alto clarinet is the "Bastard" of the clarinet family.
Do your best. It is a finicky beast.

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