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Author: jimmacd
Date: 2007-11-11 15:36
Hi all,
I don't don't play clarinet, but my father-in-law does, and being a musician myself (mandolin, guitar, piano), I want to get him a clarinet related gift for his birthday. However, I have no idea where to look nor what to get him; can anyone out there offer gift ideas and/or provide links for me to consider?
In case it helps the brainstorming process any, he plays alto and bass clarinet, has the standard accessories already such as music stand, reed-holder, bass-clarinet strap, cleaning supplies, etc. He is in his early 70's, and his eyes aren't quite what they used to be, so might there be any add-on's to a music stand to help improve his sheet music's visibility? Also, he lives in a very dry climate, and often has to soak his reeds to keep them from cracking; might there be some sort of specialized storage case of some sort that keep reeds moist? Also, are there any cool new clarinet-related gadgets that the average clarinetist might not yet have?
Thank you all for you support in advance.
Jim MacDaniel
Oakland, CA
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Author: JJAlbrecht
Date: 2007-11-11 16:15
Rico makes a sealed reed case into which you can put one of their humidity control packs. That might work for the dryness issue.
If he enjoys playing and wants to keep his instruments in good working order, I would suggest you buy him a gift certificate to The Doctor's Products. Doc Henderson is a sponsor of this list, and his products are top-notch. He also stands behind them 100% so there is no cause to worry about ordering from him. You can find his site at http://www.doctorsprod.com .
I am a regular, satisfied customer, and refer my friends to the Doctor.
DISCLAIMER: I am not in any way affiliated with The Doctor's Products, except as a satisfied customer. Nor am I affiliated with Rico in any way.
Jeff
“Everyone discovers their own way of destroying themselves, and some people choose the clarinet.” Kalman Opperman, 1919-2010
"A drummer is a musician's best friend."
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Author: D
Date: 2007-11-11 16:51
How about a voucher to get whole pile of his most tiny music enlarged at a local print/copy place. It shouldn't infringe the copyright if it is for personal use only as the publisher prints it too small to be of use!
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Author: JJAlbrecht
Date: 2007-11-12 14:05
As to enlarging the music, some copy stores will balk at this. Copyright issues, and whatnot. Even though this is a gray area, they will err on the side of what will protect them from getting sued. (Check the current thread, "Fair Use Copies," elsewhere on this page)
Some office supply stores sell a plastic sheet you can put over a piece of paper, which will somewhat magnify the printing. It might be worth a try, as they are not incredibly expensive.
Jeff
“Everyone discovers their own way of destroying themselves, and some people choose the clarinet.” Kalman Opperman, 1919-2010
"A drummer is a musician's best friend."
Post Edited (2007-11-12 14:08)
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Author: Bennett ★2017
Date: 2007-11-12 15:38
For visibility, a bright music stand light is likely to help enormously.
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Author: coasten1
Date: 2007-11-12 17:02
I saw a Christmas ornament of Santa playing a clarinet for $11 or dollars. Something unique.
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Author: coasten1
Date: 2007-11-12 17:03
I saw a Christmas ornament of Santa playing a clarinet for $11 or dollars on Ebay. Something unique.
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Author: nahoj
Date: 2007-11-12 17:39
Legere plastic reeds need no moisture so they work fine in the driest environments. Even some professionals use them. They're more expensive, but last longer than wooden ones. Perhaps worth a try?
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Author: C2thew
Date: 2007-11-12 22:49
The new Rico Reed cases that hold 8 reeds (great gift)
Legere reed Also good
Maybe a mini disc so that he could record himself in practices?
Doctor's Grenad-Bore oil
Portable humidifier
metal shining cloth
Our inventions are wont to be pretty toys, which distract our attention from serious things. they are but improved means to an unimproved end, an end which was already but too easy to arrive as railroads lead to Boston to New York
-Walden; Henry Thoreau
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Author: ned
Date: 2007-11-13 02:12
''I saw a Christmas ornament of Santa playing a clarinet for $11 or dollars on Ebay. Something unique''
This is unique?....................crikey, I'd pass on that, I think!
Well........so, it looks like your father-in-law has the lot, as you suggest. Why not just give him a hearty thank you for being your F.I.L? It would probably mean more than giving him something he may not really need.
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Author: Alseg
Date: 2007-11-13 02:48
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How about these......(see picture)...add a little spice to the table.
Former creator of CUSTOM CLARINET TUNING BARRELS by DR. ALLAN SEGAL
-Where the Sound Matters Most(tm)-
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Author: C2thew
Date: 2007-11-13 06:10
that's awesome allan =D
Our inventions are wont to be pretty toys, which distract our attention from serious things. they are but improved means to an unimproved end, an end which was already but too easy to arrive as railroads lead to Boston to New York
-Walden; Henry Thoreau
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Author: tictactux ★2017
Date: 2007-11-13 06:18
Hey! Someone borrowed my idea!
Now I have to patent the cognac filled chocolate mouthpieces before someone else does... ![[wink]](http://test.woodwind.org/clarinet/BBoard/smileys/smilie3.gif)
--
Ben
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Author: BobD
Date: 2007-11-13 10:29
I like the idea of a Skyhook neckstrap...or a Tungsten reed knife
Bob Draznik
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Author: Lelia Loban ★2017
Date: 2007-11-13 12:11
This idea may seem mundane, but you'll know you're getting him something he really wants and needs: more reeds! Just make sure you buy the brand, model and strength he's really using, because if he's like most clarinet players, he's experimented, and he's probably got a whole drawer full of reeds he hates. Buying him any of those would just add to the clutter, but see if you can sneakily filch one he's playing on right now (even more deviously, you could get him started talking about reeds and ask him how he likes the one he's using now). Write down the brand and model type and (this is very important) the size (strength), information that's stamped on the bottom (flat part) of the back of the reed. The size will be a number, such as 2 or 2.5 or 3.
Bennett wrote,
>For visibility, a bright music stand light is likely to help enormously.>
Excellent suggestion. Most people need more light for reading as we get older. If he's old enough to be a father-in-law, then he probably bought his stand light years ago, and if it uses a standard incandescent bulb, he might love one of the new, compact LED clip-on stand lamps. They're more compact than the old incandescents and the quality of light is excellent. OTOH, maybe he's a traditionalist who would prefer to keep his old, black, huge metal fixture attached to his matching old, black, metal, Manhasset stand--which is what I've done (age 59...) even though my husband (violin player, also age 59...) happily switched to a fancy-schmancy LED light.
Lelia
http://www.scoreexchange.com/profiles/Lelia_Loban
To hear the audio, click on the "Scorch Plug-In" box above the score.
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Author: Jobsys
Date: 2007-11-13 13:32
Why not buy him some " Music minus one" disks?
Even clarinetists with everything usually lack an orchestra or an accompanist.
Try to find out where his leanings are, this way you can buy him a classical or a jazz disc.
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Author: jimmacd
Date: 2007-11-13 14:44
Wow -- the floodgates really opened up once the work week hit (perhaps due to the ever reliable BWN?
I really appreciate all of the great ideas, several of which are excellent options for John -- but please keep the ideas coming in!
Thank you,
Jim
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Author: Alseg
Date: 2007-11-13 15:14
Hey, a magnesium reed knife with Halogen light......he can SEE the scrapings, and it will ignite if left on too long. ![[hot]](http://test.woodwind.org/clarinet/BBoard/smileys/hot.gif)
OR...a reed rush holder with wet-dry vacuum attachment.
Hmm....a barrel or mouthpiece with an LED flashlight aimed at the music stand...with detachable tuner, metronome, and keychain.
Former creator of CUSTOM CLARINET TUNING BARRELS by DR. ALLAN SEGAL
-Where the Sound Matters Most(tm)-
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Author: Tobin
Date: 2007-11-13 16:33
My first wooden clarinet was returned to me as a lamp...I use it every day!
James
Gnothi Seauton
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Author: Ed
Date: 2007-11-13 18:12
For stand lights- I recently purchased the Gig Light from
http://www.lampcraft.com/
and have used it on a few gigs. It has worked very well for me. It illuminates well, is compact and so far has lasted very well with the original batteries. I was a bit skeptical, but am very pleased with the results. It helped tremendously in some dark venues.
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Author: Marshall Jiang
Date: 2007-11-19 23:33
Maybe a "Claripatch"
http://www.claripatch.com/en/booklet1.php
Found it on sponsors list of this forum
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Author: DLAW
Date: 2007-11-21 14:28
I think the the Rico humidity control packs are a good idea...
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