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Author: TomS
Date: 2017-10-24 17:33
Stanley Drucker, definitely a national treasure.
Keep on going Stan ... you'll rust out faster than you wear out!
Tom
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Author: seabreeze
Date: 2017-10-24 18:41
Drucker's performances are never boring. They are always bubbling over with rhythmic vitality and unexpected turns of phrase. At the 2017 ICA Clarinet Fest in Orlando, I thought Drucker had the most tonal presence of any player there, even if he flubbed a few notes. One of the landmark players of the 20 century to be sure.
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Author: Bob Bernardo
Date: 2017-10-24 21:22
I agree with you Seabreeze. At the convention he acted like he was in his 40's. He walks fast, not much grey hair, and played great. What a nice man. He talked to everyone that stopped by the booth. Gave out autographs for hours.
As for the youtube performance. Amazing! He's still jumping on stage a bit, getting into the music. At 87 his breathing is just great. Some of the long passages take a lot of air to get through. No problem for this young 20/87 year old!
Designer of - Vintage 1940 Cicero Mouthpieces and the La Vecchia mouthpieces
Yamaha Artist 2015
Post Edited (2017-10-25 22:52)
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Author: Paul Globus
Date: 2017-10-25 02:26
Amazing. Still one of the greatest clarinetists of all time.
I've been listening to Stanley Drucker live and on recordings for decades, and never cease to be thrilled by the beauty and vitality of his playing. The pure joy he puts into every note and phrase -- who can do that?
I heard both Zubin Metha and the late Leonard Bernstein say that Stanley Drucker was their favourite clarinetist.
Next to him, we're all students.
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Author: Ed
Date: 2017-10-25 22:08
As I have said many times, Drucker may sometimes make musical choices I don't care for, but he is always interesting and exciting. He never "phones it in", and always looks as if he is having the time of his life. I appreciate that he is always invested in the performance.
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Author: JEG ★2017
Date: 2017-10-26 04:55
I heard Stanley perform the Mozart in Massapequa on the 15th of this month. He was playing with the Massapequa Philharmonic conducted by David Bernard, who is a former clarinetist.
This was the second time I heard him with Bernard conducting, and they have a good rapport. The interpretation contained unexpected elements, but they all fit well into the context of the piece. His sound was big and vibrant.
His enthusiasm for the clarinet and music continues unabated.
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Author: Bob Bernardo
Date: 2017-10-26 07:00
Silly question for sure. What is Stanley's setup? His ligature is thin and metal. His mouthpiece looks older, probably a Chedeville version, are these Buffets? I know he is a big supporter of Vandoren, so I know what reeds he uses.
His embouchure is very relaxed, he has no issues going from a low not to a high G above the staff so cleanly and effortlessly. His upper lip is very strong.
Does anyone have info on his facing and tip opening?
Designer of - Vintage 1940 Cicero Mouthpieces and the La Vecchia mouthpieces
Yamaha Artist 2015
Post Edited (2017-10-26 07:01)
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Author: GBK
Date: 2017-10-26 07:33
Bob Bernardo wrote:
> Silly question for sure. What is Stanley's setup? His ligature
> is thin and metal. His mouthpiece looks older, probably a
> Chedeville version, are these Buffets? I know he is a big
> supporter of Vandoren, so I know what reeds he uses.
Drucker's main mouthpiece for 60+ years is a Lelandais (1.05mm)
purchased for $6 from Leon Russianoff in 1948.
Last time I talked to him he was using Vandoren V12 #4 reeds.
...GBK
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Author: Bob Bernardo
Date: 2017-10-26 11:58
Thanks GBK!
Designer of - Vintage 1940 Cicero Mouthpieces and the La Vecchia mouthpieces
Yamaha Artist 2015
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