We double reed folk are always on the quest for the perfect reed. It’s a never ending thing, of course, because reeds don’t last. So even when we do actually make one that becomes “The Reed” we know it will only be a brief moment of ecstasy and then it’s back to the reed room of woe.
Just thought I’d let you know that. As readers haven’t caught on by my rambling and whining. 😉
This (unfinished) video is pretty funny and I think all double reeders can relate. Check it out!
I do hope everyone knows the lyrics for the start of the bassoon solo in Stravinsky’s Rite of Spring. C’mon now, sing along!:
Why not an English horn? This note’s too high for me.
