Author: Micke Isotalo ★2017
Date: 2024-03-27 23:14
I would second Paul's suggestion, about a German mouthpiece.
Since your pupil is already used to softer reeds, it will probably ease such a transition. Still, coming from a more or less firm Boehm-type embouchure to a looser German-type, may at least initially make the mouthpiece feel quite wobbly and "insecure" in the mouth - until he gets used. Thus you could prepare him for that, and also make sure he doesn't go for any stronger reeds in a strive for a more familiar, Boehm-like "grip" - which would be counterproductive.
Supposing a German mouthpiece on a Boehm clarinet works similarly as on a German clarinet, it will require a lot more air - which you could also prepare him for. So, less air pressure but a bigger "amount" of air. Both of you being aware of this will help your pupil adjust his blowing accordingly.
Post Edited (2024-03-27 23:16)
|
|
The Clarinet BBoard
.jpg){kind=small}
.jpg){kind=small}
.jpg){kind=small}
.jpg){kind=small}
.jpg){kind=small}
.jpg){kind=small}
