How To Find Your Ideal Chanter Reed Strength (Dojo Conversations Episode 73)

Chanter reeds are often sent from the manufacturer labelled as "easy", "hard", or anything in between - but how do you know which one is going to be right for you?
This week, Andrew and Jim are putting chanter reeds under pressure, first focusing on understanding reed strength through the measurement of 'inches of water', a method used by reed makers to indicate required blowing pressure. They discuss the variability of reeds, finding the right reed strength for individual players, the importance of steady blowing and different types of manometers.
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This week, we cover:
01:58 Music's Emotional Influence
04:40 Understanding Bagpipe Reeds
08:06 The Variability of Reed Strength
11:10 Personalizing Reed Selection
13:39 Exploring Manometer Use in Bagpipe Practice
17:43 Advantages of Tube Style Manometers
26:07 Concluding Thoughts and Podcast Wrap-up
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