Bassoon Embouchure

Question 1

2. High pitched crow with too few sounds. (CAUSES)

Answer 1

Embouchure too tight, pinched

Reed is too stiff, closed off.

Question 2

2. High pitched crow with too few sounds. (REMEDIES)

Answer 2

Decrease pressure in embouchure, more relaxed

Check thickness of reed, balance cane

Question 3

3. Low pitched crow (CAUSES)

Answer 3

Lack of support

Reed to LONG and/or WIDE

Question 4

3. Low pitched crow (REMEDIES)

Answer 4

More support to DAMPEN REED

Change LENGTH or WIDTH

Question 5

5. Unsupported sound on low F (CAUSES)

Answer 5

Lack of support from LOWER JAW

Lack of air column support from the diaphragm

Question 6

5. Unsupported sound on low F (REMEDIES)

Answer 6

Slightly increase lower jaw support

Use faster air stream. Use more support from diaphragm.