Klarinet Archive - Posting 000122.txt from 2009/01

From: "Clif Johnson" <cajohnson20@-----.net>
Subj: Re: [kl] Help Needed For Adult Beginner
Date: Tue, 06 Jan 2009 22:14:22 -0500

THANKS for everyone's help...

I ordered a Lyons C clarinet from England.
I don't seem to squeak with it (I have to use a standard Eb reed--not Legere
that came with it).
I think I am going to send it back although it will cost around $32 to send
back.
I have a 30-day trial.

It is fun to play...but it affects my playing with a standard weight Bb
clarinet.
This clarinet is plastic and very light weight.

-------Original Message-------

From: Reedsoaker@-----.com
Date: 1/6/2009 10:02:53 PM
To: klarinet@-----.org
Subject: Re: [kl] Help Needed For Adult Beginner

Hi Clif,

What can I do to prevent my clarinet from squeaking and what causes them?

The most common cause of squeaks in my students over 30+ years of
teaching is embouchure. Difficult to describe in words, but; make sure your
chin is
pulled down so that the lips aren't bunched up around the reed. Spend a lot
of time in front of a mirror playing long tones and intervals. Keep the
mouth
very steady. It shouldn't look like you are chewing while you play. That
would indicate that the chin is moving instead of set. Be firm, but never
tight.
Do not let any tension in your playing.

You may end up seeking out a teacher who can help you with this better
than your current teacher.

Phil Feather
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