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Re: Low D added to alto clarinet

Author: Morrie Backun
Date: 2009-10-03 18:41

Hello,

I think the player might have been Chuck Currie and my shop made the Cocobolo wooden bell, extension and mechanism for his Alto Clarinet. Chuck has a great collection of really fine instruments and is always looking for ways to enhance the instruments capabilities.

We are fully equipped to do custom keywork and extensions.

I am not sure we took an actual "VOW" to not do it again, but as I recall it was a challenge to get everything working well together. Having said that, the sound at the end was worth the work.

As for using Alto instead of Basset....I have heard many good musical performances diminished by players working with unfamiliar instruments or ones in poor shape. Finding excellent Basset's in great shape can be a daunting task and several of my clients who own them, will not rent or lend them.

Best regards to all.

Morrie Backun
Backun Musical Services
604-205-5770
morrie@backunmusical.com

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