Author: Bob Curtis
Date: 2001-04-09 15:35
LIZZIE:
I have had band students who, for sosme reason, have developed an allergy to the cane reeds and the mouth area becomes terribly affected. I have recommended the Rico "Fibercane" reeds to them and this seems to help some. They are fairly consistent and a good student reed., feel like a cane reed, and perform reasonably well. Some band students use them frequently during outdoor football season when the reeds are susciptible to breaking easily. The Fivbrcane reeds do break, but not as easily as real cane. In other words, there is a place for the Fibercane reeds, but for serious work, I would recommend a good reed which will produce consistent results, such as the Zonda, VanDoren, etc. Remember, that the strength of these reeds are sometimes not indicated like the student reeds. For example, a Zonda 2 is equal to a Mitchel Lurie 3, etc. Good luck in you quest. I hope this has helped.
Bob Curtis
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