Seminars

What I know about Mouthpieces

Consists of a lecture and hands-on demonstration of mouthpiece design, measurements, and technology. Shows how I make mouthpieces . Includes an explanation and demonstration of how mouthpieces are measured and what the measurements mean. If time permits, a mouthpiece is refaced and tested.

Topics:

Mouthpiece Acoustics
How Mouthpieces are measured
How mouthpieces are made
The Facing
The exterior of the mouthpiece
Interior of the Mouthpiece
Refacing
Live Demonstration

Ahora disponible en español! Lo que sé de boquillas!

At the National University of Colombia, demonstrating mouthpiece measurement techniques to the clarinet studio of Robert DeGennaro. We had a great time. What a talented group of students!

Seminars have been delivered at:

Heidelberg University
DePaul University
Northern Illinois University
University of Oklahoma
Universidad Nacional De Colombia
Conservatorio Nacional de Música - Guatemala (in Spanish)
Western Illinois University

These seminars are available to University Clarinet Studios, Clarinet Conferences, or other Clarinet-interested groups. If you have interest, please e-mail Walter@clarinetxpress.com or call 847-266-8644.