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The Way of Cane - The Science, Craft, and Art of Bassoon Reed-making (Hardcover)
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The Way of Cane - The Science, Craft, and Art of Bassoon Reed-making (Hardcover)
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As the sound-producing mechanism for the bassoon, the reed is a
vital component in the sound of the entire instrument. While
pre-manufactured reeds are widely available for purchase at music
stores, this one-size-fits-all option hardly does justice to the
unique needs of the musician and the piece. Many bassoonists,
including seasoned professional bassoonist Eric Arbiter, instead
choose to craft their own reeds. A nuanced and difficult craft to
master, reed-making involves specialized machinery and necessitates
special attention to the thickness, and even topography, of the
reed itself. When done correctly, however, this process results in
a reed that not only produces a more beautiful sound, but also
holds up to even the most demanding musical performances. In The
Way of Cane, Arbiter demystifies this process for bassoonists of
all levels of experience. Drawing from his decades-long experience
as both musician and reed-maker, Arbiter provides a comprehensive
yet accessible overview of the craft, from the differing sound
qualities produced by changing the dimensions of the reed's blades
to the changes in the reed's behaviors as it passes through cycles
of wetting and drying during production. Small changes in each of
these variables, Arbiter explains, contribute to the ultimate goal
of producing a bassoonist's ideal sound. With step-by-step
instructions, detailed photos that further illuminate the
reed-making process, and a companion website featuring the author's
own recordings. The Way of Cane emphasizes the importance of the
reed to the bassoon's sound, as well as the harmony between reed
and musician.
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