Author: kdk ★2017
Date: 2010-10-27 10:55
1-and-1 is normally sharper that either of the other two (which are also not normally exactly in tune with each other, either). The 1-and-1 (fork) fingering is not normally a recommended one for sustained notes. It's generally used for technical (often arpeggiated) passages where it's more convenient than the two "standard" ones. It's also possible, BTW, to use LH1 + RH2 for the same notes if, for example, the passage involves Gb5 to Bb6 or B4 to D#4. The fact that it's sharp more often than not has the side benefit of providing a sharp version of the notes when one is needed instead of pinching the pitch higher.
You can experiment a little with bringing the pitch down a little by putting some tape in the top of the LH2 hole (the one you cover when playing D/A) if it doesn't make E/B flat. Also, you have to make sure the bridge keys are in line so the pad under LH1 (which produces the half-step) actually closes completely. If it doesn't, that could result in sharpness and squeaks or in the fingering's not working at all.
Karl
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