Author: frank
Date: 2006-05-09 18:08
In my earlier days, I suffered from the biting syndrome. I used to put paper on my teeth. I also played with a very slack ebouchure that lacked correctness in how firm my musculature should have been. I never said"all" players who use a teeth aide play sharp, thin, etc, , just MOST that I've come across. I actually once sanded my bottom teeth with 600 grade paper, as they were very sharp. Am I crazy? Yes!  It worked well. I find these days that if anything hurts, it is my teeth when playing for long periods (2 hour + concert). The main thing in keeping a proper tone and pitch is in the strength and consistency of embouchure. I recommend reading Larry Guy's book on embouchure. It's a great book with practical excercises and by far, the best I have seen on the topic of embouchure. Try his excercises and wait a month. Maybe you won't need paper on your teeth after that. Try it and get back to the thread.
In no way, shape or form have I, or will I say that the lower teeth aren't important in the formation of a proper embouchure. The bottom lip should rest on the bottom teeth, not be ground into them like a cheese grater
Gordon, I have yet to kiss another clarinet or sax player and find they had a calloused mouth.
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