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Re: wood clarinets and heat

Author: ron b  Date:   2004-06-09 19:46 Black plastic instruments can absorb a LOT of heat, especially from prolonged exposure to direct sunlight - so much, in fact, that they can and sometimes do become soft enough to bend. California summers commonly reach into the 100s. A bent plastic horn is an unusual occurance but it has happened... to one of mine. It's a time-intensive chore to get 'em straightened out again, as you might imagine... Because of what Dee says - I guess - I've never had a problem with heat or cold with a wood horn played outdoors, although I also wouldn't advise using your best one ouside - better to borrow a beater than put it at risk. Be careful out there, kids. Be nice to your horn and it'll be nice to you. - rn b -

Topics	Author	Date
wood clarinets and heat  new	Rick Williams	2004-06-08 19:48
Re: wood clarinets and heat  new	Dee	2004-06-08 19:54
Re: wood clarinets and heat  new	Don Berger	2004-06-08 20:24
Re: wood clarinets and heat  new	Ralph G	2004-06-08 20:28
Re: wood clarinets and heat  new	David Peacham	2004-06-08 21:31
Re: wood clarinets and heat  new	Rick Williams	2004-06-09 03:05
Re: wood clarinets and heat  new	bkmorton	2004-06-09 16:31
Re: wood clarinets and heat  new	Dee	2004-06-09 16:41
Re: wood clarinets and heat  new	ron b	2004-06-09 19:46

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