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Re: Need ideas

Author: pacherry
Date: 2012-12-29 13:26

If she is planning on majoring in music then I would suggest skipping the intermediate step and going right to a pro model which will run you anywhere from $3,000 and up. If she is continuing it as a hobby then an intermediate is appropriate and will run somewhere around $1500. For pro models, many people prefer the Buffet R13, but there are many who believe that you can enjoy a Yamaha 650 or similar instruments. It's really all up to the player and what they feel comfortable with. As for intermediate models, I have just gone through this process for my son. We found the main competition to be between the Leblanc Bliss, the Yamaha 450, and the Buffet E11 (France). FWIW, we went with the bliss. Again, as the the pro, it is all about what the player feels comfortable with. Have your daughter play as many as she can before deciding. As a side note, have her keep the beginner clarinet for marching purposes. It will prevent your investment from becoming damaged.

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