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Re: "Small" sound

Author: sömeone
Date: 2003-03-11 06:43

how about if i put it this way.......
you have a very good set up, an expensive one......
and i definitely wouldn't say that there is a problem with it....
try a softer reed.
try loosening up your embouchure for a few days (just like what they do when they play jazz) then get back to your original embouchure. you'll feel the difference......do this frequently, this is an exercise to remind you that you are getting to tight on your embouchure......of course you won't have to do it forever, just until you feel the results....
how about air support?
are you sure that you are opening your throat?
and one more thing....did you know that playing in the 2nd clarinet section is the best thing to do in an ensemble? hahaha....thats my point of view though.....your parts aren't gonna be too altissimo.....which makes it easier,
and more appropriate to your level, plus 2nd parts are often very versatile,
giving you more space to improve by practising the more finer things of the pieces....good luck!

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