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Re: a new metal ligature

Author: Ken Lagace
Date: 2018-07-06 17:37

The ligature should work the same most every time if the reed and ligature are in the same place every time. Check that the ligature is just below the top line on the mouthpiece (if it has one). If no line, pick a spot just below the first cut on the reed bark. Place the reed so the tip is even with the tip of the mouthpiece and it is centered correctly. Even the other end of the reed, the boot we call it, must be centered. later you may find that the reed's 'sweet spot' may be angled one way or other or off center in some way. But then always place the reed the same way for the best results.
BUT!!!
Day to day humidity changes also change the way reeds play.
My teacher, Kal Opperman, has a famous saying,
"Everyone chooses a way to destroy themselves, and some choose the clarinet.".

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