Hey Kieks, Welcome!
What school do you attend in Zeeland? East or West High?
I have seen 'Beltone' clarinets in an old catalogue at a music shop that used to be in Ionia. If I remember correctly they were VERY inexpensive 'stencils'. I passed on one when I was shopping for a clarinet for my daughter. That was back around 1998-99. I can only guess that the saxophones were the same.
If you had trouble getting anything out the soprano may be completely out of adjustment, the reed was way too soft/hard, or you just need a LOT more time getting your 'sop chops' in order. It might be an 'OK' horn, but...
If you REALLY are serious about playing soprano try the Cannonball. Then check out any other models that Meyer Music in Holland or Grand Rapids have in stock. Marshall Music on 28th St and 131 might have something of interest as well.
What school do you attend in Zeeland? East or West High?
I have seen 'Beltone' clarinets in an old catalogue at a music shop that used to be in Ionia. If I remember correctly they were VERY inexpensive 'stencils'. I passed on one when I was shopping for a clarinet for my daughter. That was back around 1998-99. I can only guess that the saxophones were the same.
If you had trouble getting anything out the soprano may be completely out of adjustment, the reed was way too soft/hard, or you just need a LOT more time getting your 'sop chops' in order. It might be an 'OK' horn, but...
If you REALLY are serious about playing soprano try the Cannonball. Then check out any other models that Meyer Music in Holland or Grand Rapids have in stock. Marshall Music on 28th St and 131 might have something of interest as well.
