harmonizerNJ said:
danewvibe, the reed you want to use for jazz and concert band might depend on how you get the overall sound that you want. For example, you might find that getting a strong bottom end sound is important in your jazz band, but not at all for concert band, where other traits might be more important.
For me, using LaVoz Medium reeds on my alto is an important part of getting the combination of command (more or less) from top to bottom of the horn, expressiveness, and projection. Just to be clear, my point is not to claim that LaVoz reeds are the best, but that they provide what *I* need to get the sound that I want.
Perhaps you could share with us more about your situation: have you played more in jazz or concert band? Are you already happy with your setup for one or the other? Are you currently using two types of reeds, and if so, why?
well, i haven't been playing the bari for very long, but i play mostly concert for school, and outside of school i play jazz very much.
i know when i was playing the tenor, my band director told me to stop using such a bright tone, especially in concert band with my classical reeds.
i want to be able to have a reed, that will allow me to easily switch between either of the types of music I'll be playing. Not only for when my teacher leaves the room [haha], but for my band as well and other jazz groups and such. and my family has a low budget somewhat, so i'm trying to figure this out and then confront them with this.
But, i can see, most of you have recommended i try a variety?
to see which one works best for me, yes?
i will try what is recommended and will tell of my results.
for now, thank you to all.