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Re: E flat alto clarinet help?

Author: NBeaty
Date: 2009-02-12 00:42

There's just no need for alto clarinet until at least high school. They are problematic to play for even advanced (college, professional) players unless they are truly superb instruments. Even a Buffet Prestige Alto clarinet, if not in excellent repair, can be impossible to play.

During my undergrad, I played alto for a band concert. The instrument was fairly old, but in decent repair. It was still nearly impossible to play with any confidence, so I transposed to play it on A clarinet (a mellower sound than Bb).

Do the kid a favor and give them a Bb clarinet. Bass would still be a better choice than alto!

Good luck!

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