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Author: han
Date: 2007-04-24 21:14
hi,
I have this really frustrating problem that the notes in my clarion register are very sharp. When I play a high G it doesn't make a difference when I put down the register key or not : the pitch stays the same. But when I go down , pressing the register key, the notes become sharp. The only way to play around is to extremly loosen my embouchure, wich causes the problem that when I slur down under the break I have to quickly tighten up in order not to play too flat in the low register.
What I would like to know is : is it me biting too hard ( I don't think so, because when I play double lip I have the same problem), is it the register key being too open or has it something to do with my barrel? I play a Buffet RC with Vandooren moutpiece B45 and Vandooren reeds 3.
Thanks
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Author: Ken Shaw ★2017
Date: 2007-04-24 21:25
Try holding the clarinet nearly vertical. Put your lower lip at the point where the reed leaves the mouthpiece and your top teeth near the tip. That way, it's almost impossible to bite, and you have to support the tone with your breath.
The B45 is very long and open. You might try a 5RV Lyre.
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Author: Alseg
Date: 2007-04-24 22:54
Is it ONLY for the G?
If so, could be tone hole problem....see what happens when you partially cover the next ring down
OR:
What about B, and A....are they both sharp in comparison to lower notes?
How do they compare with E, D and C in the lower register?
Are the lowest notes flat? ie F and E below the staff.
If so, then you might have an issue with the barrel.
Former creator of CUSTOM CLARINET TUNING BARRELS by DR. ALLAN SEGAL
-Where the Sound Matters Most(tm)-
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Author: han
Date: 2007-04-25 07:32
You mean high A and B ?
Indeed these are sharp ( not as much as clarion B and C though ), compared to lower E,D and C.
The lowest E and F are flat, yes.
What might be the issue with the barrel?
thanks
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Author: Alseg
Date: 2007-04-25 15:46
Sharper clarion and flat long tones are sometimes helped by a reverse taper bore in the barrel.
There are several good articles on this web site about them, and specifically about Hans Moennig, who was the main proponent of these in the mid 20th century in the US (the idea had its roots in Europe).
Before you consider any of this, have a trusted excellent player trial your horn, perhaps with different barrels or mouthpieces, and see how the tuning goes.
Disclaimer...I make and sell barrels.
Former creator of CUSTOM CLARINET TUNING BARRELS by DR. ALLAN SEGAL
-Where the Sound Matters Most(tm)-
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