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Re: Barrel Basics for Beginner/Novice?

Author: DrewSorensenMusic
Date: 2012-08-23 18:47

kdk wrote:

> That's an important key. What does your teacher sound like on
> your set up? If he sounds more like what you want, the answer
> isn't in the equipment.
>
> Karl

I agree with this to an extent, but truthfully, we are all built different internally, so what works for one person is not necessarily best for another. The best thing to do is to find a middle of the road setup to start, and then adjust equipment according to your own playing style. i.e.:

If you want deeper tone, get a mouthpiece with a longer facing.
If you want to be able to play more softly, switch to a smaller tip opening.
If you want easier high notes, get a mouthpiece with a shorter facing.

If you and your teacher have not discussed what areas you would like to improve on, this is the first step. When you know where you'd like to go, then you can start traveling in that direction.

Drew S.

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