April 21, 2021
How To Talk To Parents About Step Up Instruments
Tips and resources for how to talk to parents about stepping up from a beginner instrument to an intermediate or advanced one.
Tag: mouthpieces
When to Upgrade Your Reeds, Strings, and Mouthpieces
Every musician, from professional clarinetists to beginner saxophonists, understand the importance of high quality accessories. From reeds and strings to mouthpieces, every part of an instrument affects its sound. One thing that’s not so obvious, though, is when those accessories should be upgraded or replaced. From knowing when it’s time to replace reeds to understanding […]
March 24, 2019
It’s All About the Mouthpiece & Reed: Finding the Right Ones for Your Students
The mouthpiece and reed combination in clarinets and saxophones is critical to the success or failure of your students. Having the right ones means barely tolerating or not liking to play to absolutely loving playing and joining band. I see it happen all the time and it’s a beautiful thing. After all, mouthpiece and the reed […]
October 24, 2018
Saxophone Mouthpieces
Choosing a Saxophone Mouthpiece A huge part of the overall success of a saxophone player, the correct saxophone mouthpiece is a choice made purely out of personal preference. Designed to allow musicians to play different genres, it’s crucial to understand how each mouthpiece is crafted to maximize your sound. To start, you’ll want to look at the two main […]
April 20, 2017
The Difference Between a Beginner and Professional Mouthpieces
During my time as a teacher I’ve witnessed countless students coming into band or lessons with a shiny, brand new horn, and the same old, beat up stock or nameless mouthpiece. The thinking goes – if I want to improve my sound, I need to buy a new instrument. It is a misguided thought process […]
April 18, 2017
Clarinet Mouthpiece Buying Guide
The first and most important step to finding your ideal setup is selecting a good mouthpiece. The selection process will be different for every player for several reasons. Firstly, everyone has their own concept of sound. Secondly, every person’s physical makeup is unique, with different jaw and teeth structure, size and shape of mouth and […]
January 26, 2017
The Anatomy of a Trombone Mouthpiece
Every trombonist should have a fundamental understanding of their instrument’s mouthpiece and how it works. Whether it’s through experimentation, independent research, or time spent with an instructor disassembling and reassembling your instrument, the key to finding the perfect mouthpiece for your trombone is in understanding the different parts and what they do. From the rim […]
January 24, 2017
Brand Spotlight: Jet-Tone
Designed with superior tone, playing ease, and outstanding performance characteristics in mind, Jet-Tone mouthpieces are the perfect choice for amateur and professional trumpet players alike. Regarded as a legendary mouthpiece manufacturer throughout the 60s and 70s, the Jet-Tone brand was on the verge of obscurity until it was recently reintroduced to the market. Since new […]