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Remediation of Back-of-Tongue-Motion During Articulation

Author: Ksimon
Date: 2014-08-30 16:46

I write to inquire about best practices in clarinet pedagogy regarding the remediation of excessive back-of-tongue-motion during articulation. While I understand that clarinet tonguing is vertical not horizontal, excessive motion adversely affects speed, clarity, and sound. It becomes more problematic as one ascends, particularly with the altissimo. Retraining the tongue in order to have the front portion move independent of the back portion is challenging for many. Having a variety of pedagogical approaches can only enhance our teaching and, perhaps, our own playing.

Karem J Simon
(902) 566-0702 [office]

Post Edited (2014-08-30 18:38)

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