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Re: Reeds dry out very quickly

Author: dorjepismo ★2017
Date: 2019-08-06 17:43

The AC's been addressed. I live in NM, where most of the year it's pretty dry, and have the same problem: if you've got long rests, the reed can dry out. I do what Tony suggests, and have a clip-on plastic shot glass on the stand with water in it. You periodically, and especially before a solo, dip your finger into the water and wet the reed. Pilgerstorfers (which I use) aren't going to behave differently from other cane reeds in drying out. Humidification methods are fine, but don't do anything when you're sitting in a rehearsal or concert. I second the comment on the Omnicap. With bass, which can sit there for 20 minutes before you have to desperately grab it to play something exposed, I have to just use a Legere.

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