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Re: Clarinets & College

Author: Ed Palanker
Date: 2010-09-17 15:41

I'm happy to hear that you are a double major. I know some people advise against it because it takes time way from your major instrument but at least you have a chance of getting a job when you graduate, especially in the field of science. It's damn near impossible to get a decent job in classical music today. But really, you not only need a decent Bb clarinet but you really will need a good A clarinet too. There's simply no way you can ever take an audition without one. As you can see on my website, I even recommend everyone to learn, study and even own an Eb and bass clarinet as well so one can compete for any orchestral position.
By the way, many repair people today have a tool, or machine, that can tell if a clarinet is sealing well. A good tech will not let you out of their shop if it's not sealing at least 95%. It's difficult to get it to 100% unless they do a complete overhaul and even then it's not always possible, but at least very close. ESP

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