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RE: Patricola rosewood clarinet(s)

Author: Roger Aldridge
Date: 2002-08-19 16:48

One thing that I keep in mind is that a C and a Bb clarinet are simply not the same instrument. Their accoustical measurements are different. With this in mind, it makes a great deal of sense to me that an ideal mouthpiece for a C clarinet needs to be shorter in length and have a smaller amount of chamber volume than a mouthpiece designed for a Bb clarinet. Personally, I've had the best results on C clarinet using a mouthpiece specifically designed for a C clarinet. However, I know a number of C clarinet players who use a Bb mouthpiece and are happy with their set up. So, I guess the bottom line is whatever works best for you.

I wanted to mention to William that I'm currently working with my repair tech to upgrade the performance of my E-11 C clarinet. He's going to use better quality pads and adjust the height of several keys. Hopefully I'll be happier with the tonal quality of the instrument after he's worked his magic on it.

Over the weekend I spoke with Sue at Woodwinds and Brasswinds. Her personal clarinet is a Buffet. However, she spoke very highly of the Patricola clarinets that she has tested.

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