Klarinet Archive - Posting 000418.txt from 2004/09

From: Clarinetologist@-----.com
Subj: Re: [kl] Reeds
Date: Thu, 23 Sep 2004 15:25:22 -0400

Chris,

Congratulations on asking the right kind of questions! Don't feel badly about your dilemma, even for a minute. It is the people who think they have answers and don't ask questions who are in trouble.

I strongly agree with Kurt. The vast majority of your reeds will function well for you when you learn how to "work" them.

One item that he didn't mention was your instrument. It could be that the instrument itself needs some adjustment and/or minor repair. I encourage you to identify a local mentor who is both an expert in clarinet playing and clarinet repair. As a matter of general courtesy, it is reasonable to offer to purchase a lesson or two if they are working professionals. Within about an hour, he (or she) will both identify how to get the "socks" out of your clarinet and teach you the basics that you need to identify the problem. Then you will be able to use most of your reeds in addition to knowing you will have a high degree of reliability each time you pick up your instrument.

Keep up the good work!

Rich

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