Author: William
Date: 2001-11-18 16:57
If, as suggested above, your instrument is in good playing condition, coordination of the fingers of both hands to produce the third-line B is probably the main problem. So, to help train your fingers to coordinate their actions, practice first switching/slurring to B by keeping all of the r-h fingers down while playing the A (r-h fingers down on both notes). You will also need an extra push with your diaphram (more breath support) for the B. Also, concentrate on putting the l-h fingers down together, not one or two at a time. When you have mastered slurring from A to B with the r-h fingers in place, then go back to both hands off for the A and see if moving the fingers of both hands has become easier. Practice the Bb to B slur using the same technique, if needed--usually, if the A to B slur is mastered, the Bb to B is less of a problem. In any case, this is one of the most disruptive moves for the clarinetist to master as all finger positions need to change simentaneously--but somehow, we all are able to learn to make it execution smooth and inaudiable by learning to control the finger coordination. Learning this may take a while--weeks, even months--so be patient, but persistant. Good Clarineting!!! Keep these great questions coming--this site should be for beginners, as well as returnees, recreational players, pros and wannabe pros.
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