haha, thats fantastic... theres also a guy here in Australia who does this - he uses clarinet mouthpieces to play carrots and suchlike, but also feather...
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Stephen Moore
capncheapo
Aug 26, 2005 6:51 pm
Has anybody had a chance to try out the new Selmer "Privilege" bass clarinets? http://www.selmer.com/content/article.php?id=68 ...
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Steve White
swhiteii
Aug 26, 2005 6:57 pm
not I. Steve ... From: NewBassClarinetGroup@yahoogroups.com [mailto:NewBassClarinetGroup@yahoogroups.com]On Behalf Of Stephen Moore Sent: Friday, August 26,...
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grabnerwg@...
grabnerwg
Aug 26, 2005 7:30 pm
In a message dated 8/26/2005 1:51:53 PM Central Daylight Time, stephen.c.moore@... writes: http://www.selmer.com/content/article.php?id=68 To quote the...
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Patton Hunnicutt
pattonhunnicutt
Aug 26, 2005 11:49 pm
The Selmers are, across the board, great instruments, but I play Leblanc (which I love). Though now, Conn-Selmer owns Leblanc's name and all their brands so...
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Philip Everall
Philbert364
Aug 27, 2005 12:29 am
Hi guys, I havent personally tried one, but a good friend of mine in Amsterdam (a former Bok student) had a tootle on one. I'd love to say that he said it was...
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Patton Hunnicutt
pattonhunnicutt
Aug 27, 2005 3:51 am
This is an honest question. At the risk of sounding fececious: Why does it matter how heavy the instrument is? This has never bothered me and I play ...
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alfonso manzanera
fonsie87
Aug 27, 2005 4:12 am
Like you said its personal preference so it does matter maybe not to you but it does to other who have to carry multiple instruments and such. It's a clarinet...
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Adam Zaves
nyysfan
Aug 27, 2005 6:00 am
Well, if you are using a peg, weight shouldn't be a problem. It you're using just a neck strap, it could be a problem, but you would probably get used to it....
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Jason
nerokerr2
Aug 27, 2005 5:10 pm
Walter, I just wanted to publicly thank you for the great job you did overhauling my bass clarinet. It looks good as new and might play even better than new....
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Philip Everall
Philbert364
Aug 29, 2005 2:05 pm
hi patton (and everyone about the issue of weight... no, i dont consider that a facetious question at all, and here's my honest answer. the reason i personally...
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Patton Hunnicutt
pattonhunnicutt
Aug 29, 2005 5:04 pm
Hey Philip, No offense taken. I totally see where you're coming from. I actually practice and perform standing as well (unless I'm in an ensemble). So I get...
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Aage Nielsen
aagenielsen
Aug 29, 2005 5:23 pm
... http://www.darkwoodconsort.com Re: [NewBassClarinetGroup] Digest Number 13 I like your comment about not even thinking of the Bass like any other...
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Steve White
swhiteii
Aug 29, 2005 6:18 pm
Just a concert announcement. All are invited. Admission is free. THE LOS ANGELES CLARINET CHOIR In Concert Sunday, September 18, 4PM at LA CRESCENTA...
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Patton Hunnicutt
pattonhunnicutt
Aug 29, 2005 7:04 pm
Aage, Youre right that the difference is fascinating, but I think some people would argue that maybe theres a difference between knowing your role and knowing...
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Adam Zaves
nyysfan
Aug 29, 2005 8:06 pm
Sitting down, I usually play with a peg. Once in a while, I just take out the peg or move it up really high and put the horn to my right side like a bari sax....
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Susan
swkeess
Aug 30, 2005 6:40 pm
Steve, ... Wish I lived a bit closer to Los Angeles than Montreal so I could attend. Best of luck with your concert! Susan K....
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Steve White
swhiteii
Aug 30, 2005 7:12 pm
Thanks. I wish everyone could be there. It's the first thing in a while that I am really having a good time with. Steve White ... From:...
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Adam Zaves
nyysfan
Aug 30, 2005 7:46 pm
It would be great to come, but for some reason I get the feeling my parents won't let me go (school and distance). Have fun and good luck. Adam Steve White...
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spiegelthal
Aug 31, 2005 3:23 pm
Hello Walter et al, I just joined the group, wanted to say hi to everyone! Dave Spiegelthal Centreville, VA USA dspieg@......
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grabnerwg@...
grabnerwg
Aug 31, 2005 3:40 pm
Hi Dave! Welcome. Walter Grabner _www.clarinetXpress.com_ (http://www.clarinetxpress.com/) World-class clarinet mouthpieces...
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Steve White
swhiteii
Aug 31, 2005 3:49 pm
Good to hear from you Dave. Steve ... From: NewBassClarinetGroup@yahoogroups.com [mailto:NewBassClarinetGroup@yahoogroups.com]On Behalf Of grabnerwg@... ...
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Bob Arney
utron7
Aug 31, 2005 4:33 pm
Just checking in. Glad the Group is gathering again. No, Walter, I cannot afford a Buffet Bass--will stick with my Spiegalthized R.M. Malerne (Conn). Bob A...
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roberts_gw
Aug 31, 2005 11:11 pm
Thanks for posting this announcement. I'm in the LA area and I'll plan to attend. Also, I'm interested to see if I could join your group (I left a voice mail...
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Steve White
swhiteii
Aug 31, 2005 11:15 pm
Sounds fun. She will likely have you play for her for a bit to get an idea of what your capabilities are. Now if I could just get my horn worked on before...
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Julie Petersen
julie52748
Sep 1, 2005 2:32 am
Hi all, I was just wondering if any of you have used this piece? I have a couple of questions/ comments: first, I have the Southern pub. edition, and it seems...
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Adam Zaves
nyysfan
Sep 1, 2005 3:11 am
My peg does that sometimes too. Try turning the screw as far as you can. Make sure it is as tight as possible. If is still slips, try wiping/washing off the...
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Patton Hunnicutt
pattonhunnicutt
Sep 1, 2005 4:41 am
Hi, Personally, I play with vibrato all the time. It works for me. As for the peg, you may want to consider standing and playing...it's pretty liberating. And...
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Adam Zaves
nyysfan
Sep 1, 2005 4:45 am
On bass clarinet, I use some vibrato on long held notes. It just goes out of tune, so I don't do it that much. On tuba, when I used vibrato today, my section...
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Patton Hunnicutt
pattonhunnicutt
Sep 1, 2005 11:30 am
Hi Julie, I didn't address this last night because I was really sleepy when I replied. First, let me say that whether the issue of vibrato is "cool" or not...
