Klarinet Archive - Posting 000346.txt from 2004/11

From: "Steve" <steve@-----.com>
Subj: [kl] Pure thirds vs.tempered
Date: Mon, 8 Nov 2004 19:07:42 -0500

On any given day, I work with clarinetists of all ages improving intonation.
There is no question that using the pure third is a challenge on many notes.

Is there a consensus on the usage of pure intervals in performance?

I really do have to brag on some of the teachers/performers I've been
working with. I had the pleasure of hearing Richard MacDowell (UT Austin)
recently with the Wind Quintet. Not only fantastic intonation (pure
intervals), but a vast array of colors. I could not recommend a better
teacher if any are looking for a great school and great teacher!

Strangely enough, I just finished playing a ballet with one a fantastic
young principal clarinet of a regional orchestra that struggled with every
third he played. So what does the "clarinet world" teach?!

Stephen Colley
www.tuneupsystems.com

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