[Dixielandjazz] Clarinet or Soprano?

[Mike C.]

I fully agree Tom. Clarinet is just a superior choice for this style of 
music. Plus, soprano saxophone gets on my nerves after awhile.

Mike






Tom Belmessieri wrote:
> It's pretty much a given that the sop. sax is a much more powerful 
> instrument than the clarinet, and some may prefer using it (outdoors) 
> just so it can be heard.  Another point to consider though is that they 
> are two different instruments and make different kinds of sound.  
> Personally I prefer the clarinet sound in a traditional dixieland front 
> line because it has more of a contrast to the brass instruments, 
> especially the trombone.  Also, the sound does not come out the end of a 
> clarinet, or any woodwind for that matter, but rather the holes (unless 
> they are all covered up).  So one does not have to tilt one's head back 
> to project the sound into the audience as one suggested.  And what's 
> wrong with using a mike?  Granted, I've had my share of dealing with 
> poor sound men, but if it's adjusted and balanced right, one may not 
> even realize the mike was on.
> 
> Well, there's my 2 cents from another usually silent absorber.