Author: TomS
Date: 2014-12-19 18:11
A great teacher is essential, even more so for beginners ... find one that plays professionally, if possible, and really into the complete science of playing. A college instructor that really enjoys teaching fundamentals might be good place to look (most could use the extra money, too!) But, a great teacher comes FIRST ... before you buy any equipment. Don't be like me and have to undo a bunch of bad habits later on, due to terrible early training ...
The Yamaha entry level clarinet is a YCL-255 ... but costs more than the Ridenour Lyrique. The MP with the Yamaha, if it is a 4C, is not bad at all. I like the Yamaha clarinets and have owned several ...
I just think the suggestions in my 1st post will give the best bang for the buck, easiest to play with less fuss and muss. You teacher may have other ideas ... and you should go with their plan.
Any Vandoren MP, if not too open, would be good for beginners ... the M-13 and 5RV-lyre are a great place to start, IMO. The Fobes Debut is really good too, but seems brighter and harder to control than the M13.
Best of luck.
Tom
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