Reeds

Reeds - for Clarinets and Saxophones

Requirements:

1. Must have either Rico, Juno, or Vandoren Reeds.
   • Beginners - 2.5 strength
   • 2nd Year Players - 3 strength
   • 3+ Year Players - 3 to 4 strength
2. Box of 10
   • If taken care of properly - should last the entire school year
   • Rotate and play a different reed each day
     • this allows reeds to dry out and last longer
3. The quality of the reed WILL effect the playing ability of the student - a poor reed will be harder to play

Care of Reeds:

1. Take off mouthpiece after each playing session
2. Never touch the tip - place the mouthpiece on first and then slide the reed into place - then tighten mouthpiece
3. Label the reeds and use a different one each time