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Re: LeBlanc France - Classic?

Author: Fuzzy
Date: 2023-08-18 20:09

I'm not specifically familiar with the "Classic" - I believe it is a 1950s/1960s model clarinet. However, a few of the old Leblanc models are as worthy as anything you can find on the market today.

When I quit playing Boehm system, I was still using a Leblanc L200 that outplayed any new instruments I put it up against. So I don't believe it is prudent to rule something in or out based on age alone.

That said - I'd normally recommend against using a wood clarinet for marching band.

You'd want to take it to a good repair shop to make sure it was in top shape before offering it up to play, though - or it would likely fail in comparison to a new instrument.

I'm on the other end of the spectrum from Jen, though - I've had lousy luck finding newer instruments which meet my needs. In fact, I've gone back even further for some truly unique gems which make a 1950s and 1960s model seem positively brand new!

Good luck to your son now that he has been asked to play a "real" instrument! Hahaha (Just a gentle kidding from a mostly-former sax player.)

Hopefully someone will chime in with details about the Classic for you - good luck in your search!

Fuzzy
;^)>>>

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