Author: oboe-owl
Date: 2013-03-11 20:09
I'm afraid I have no idea what model/brand it is, but it has a lot of keywork on it which suggests that it's quite a high level instrument. It's certainly not aimed at beginners, but I think it's often better to buy a second hand intermediate/pro model than a new student model.
Regarding open holes, I found them hard to get used to when I first got an instrument with them, but if you're starting on them, I suppose they'll be good for making sure your fingers are really in the right places. It may be a little harder, but I don't think it will be a big obstacle for you. I'm not a teacher, though, so I'd wait for someone else's opinion on this.
One thing to watch: to me, it looks like the bottom B and B flat keys might have been bent. It would be worth getting an experienced player/repairer to take a look, I expect, especially if you find those notes don't work easily compared to the rest of the instrument.
Best of luck! I hope you enjoy playing it.
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