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will 1/2 strength too hard help

Author: janlynn
Date: 2001-10-31 18:13

hi guys,

I use vandoren v12 size 2.5 reeds most of the time and like them pretty well. the tone and response feels perfect for me, but something strange happens when i play in the auditorium. the same reed that played great at home or in the practice room sounds weak and thin in the auditorium. does anybody know why? is it just my perception of the sound in a different room? I find I have to go up to a 3 which takes more effort and i cant articulate as well, but the sound in general is fuller and just sounds nicer. my question is this....if i use size 3.5's, will it make using the 3's easier, or would it be a waste of time to do this? i'm thinking about the batter who swings 2 bats before he steps up to the plate. and if it would help, how long should I play on it for? i find 10 or 15 min on this strength is very tiring, should i make myself go longer?
thanks
JL

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