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Re: 'Thick' Clarinet Tone

Author: Ed Palanker
Date: 2010-06-07 15:18

I never heard the term "Thick" used to describe a clarinet tone but I get it. In my opinion there is no one thing that will do that for you. It is probably a combination of several things starting with your equipment and how you play. Unless you're choking off the sound in your throat or your tongue is somehow blocking off the air to much I would suggest experimenting with some different mouthpieces and reeds. You could first try moving your tongue in different positions to see if that has any effect. My first guess is that it may be too high in the front making the air passage to small, but without actually seeing and hearing you it's difficult to tell. Many people say to have it close to the roof of your mouth and use good air support, which you should always use anyway, but that could create the effect you don't want. I advocate the back of the tongue up at or very near the molars and the front of the tongue only slightly high for that register but it's not for everyone. A lot also depends on the size of your tongue and oral cavity. There is no one answer for everyone because we're all built somewhat differently. Experiment. ESP http://eddiesclarinet.com

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