Author: weberfan
Date: 2010-11-04 18:23
I restarted three years ago, at 59. Got a teacher right away and have been taking weekly lessons ever since. My old Vito (about 45 years old at the time) seemed too nasty to spend money on, tho I sold it to someone who fixed it up and passed it along to a younger player.
Eventually, I bought a Yamaha 250, the company's entry-level model and the one recommended by my teacher. It's terrific and well worth considering. I'm playing a Buffet R13 now and very pleased with it. The YCL250 is a great back-up.
But more than brands/strengths of reeds or clarinets or mouthpieces, PLEASE do get yourself some lessons as soon as you can. Best $$ investment you can make at this point. It will get you started, get you organized and allow you to enjoy playing again. And you'll be able to get those "how do I start over" questions answered in the very personal way you require. That's why almost all the previous posts have emphasized lessons.
Good luck.
Post Edited (2010-11-04 18:25)
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