Klarinet Archive - Posting 000266.txt from 2005/06

From: Gavan Fantom <gavan@-----.org>
Subj: Re: [kl] beginner's clarinet
Date: Wed, 15 Jun 2005 10:08:15 -0400

Ormondtoby Montoya wrote:
> Caleb, wood instruments are neither easier nor more difficult to play.
> Wood instruments are generally more expensive, but nevertheless a good
> plastic clarinet can cost more than a junky wood clarinet.

Wooden clarinets are however a bit heavier. While this shouldn't make a
difference to most people, children or people with weak right
thumbs/wrists/arms may find starting on a plastic clarinet easier.

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