Klarinet Archive - Posting 000138.txt from 2011/07

From: Susan Kundert <ohsuzan@-----.com>
Subj: Re: [kl] Flat Chin+Tight Grip
Date: Wed, 20 Jul 2011 13:08:06 -0400

What works for me is to focus on opening the back teeth. And I do believe
that some chins are going to look flatter than others, depending on how
prominent it is in the first place.
On Jul 20, 2011 9:48 AM, "Lady" <ladyquelambe@-----.com> wrote:
> I'm having trouble understanding how to keep my chin flat while playing.
> When I draw my chin downward, it forces me to open my mouth somewhat,
> and of course air escapes. I would appreciate it if someone would try to
> explain how to do this. I don't have a music teacher, so I've been
> trying to learn correct embouchure from http://www.clarinet-now.com/.
> The website says to try smiling, growling...none of this works because
> the muscles I use to flatten my chin are the same muscles I use to keep
> the bottom jaw closed over the mouthpiece.
>
> Thanks.
>
> H.
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