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Beginner Issue..

Author: KSCop
Date: 2016-10-15 20:44

Hello All;

New to the board but have been trolling for a bit. I am a raw beginner at age 55.

My grandson has started to play and was apprehensive so I made him a deal; I'd learn to play if he would.. I'm actually pretty happy about the decision but have run into an issue.

I have started taking lessons and the instructor has me hitting and holding F# on MP and Barrel only, and then practicing the first five notes on the assembled clarinet. So, finally to my issue..

I can hit and hold the F# with mp & barrel with little problem. Still have to work at it but I can do it. The issue comes in when I try on the instrument. It is squeaking badly, very airy and low volume and can hardly get any notes.

I'm guessing it has to do with my embouchure; something is changing but I'm not sure what. I have another lesson next week, but I'd like to see some improvement before that.

Any hints on such limited info?

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