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Re: reed selection

Author: BobD
Date: 2003-11-11 20:11

The version of Cane Mutiny that seems to plague me from time to time is the reed that develops a little "flip" on one end of the tip. It is always a revelation to discover that the real reason for a poor sounding horn setup is a marginal reed. I recently restored an old Noblet metal clarinet and the tryout was going very badly. I had convinced myself that my restoration job was deficient and then on a whim decided to try a softer reed and "Lo" sweet sounds. A reed for each piece of music, however, sounds like your old friend was pulling your leg. Reminds me of the story of the young Navy officer watching his revered superior for every clue he could for improving his seamanship. After awhile he noticed the superior pull out a little black book every so often. After some months of study the young officer got up the nerve to ask his superior about this habit. The old seadog pulled out the black book and handed it to him. Opening it he read "Port left, Starboard right."

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