How to Fix a Sagging/Flat E on Bassoon Reeds

[@dianedebruhl178]

Thanks so much for this, I definitely have been experiencing the sagging E, but your tips and instructions are definitely helping. And thanks also for the video on how to properly break in a reed. I was never taught any of this. You are a fantastic teacher.

[@marzipanstitcher8571]

You are always so informative. Thank you

[@majorfifthmusic]

I've been playing bassoon for 7 days now and I noticed this immediately!! Thank you for this advice!

[@maximiliangeier9637]

Thanks for this! Very helpful! 😊

[@BuildingaBassoonist]

You're so welcome!

[@Bruce147]

This is really good stuff, Doc. I have started playing bassoon in a community orchestra after being away from it for 45 years or so. I think I used to know what I was doing, but maybe I was just naive. I have the Homer Pence booklet, "Teacher's Guide to the Bassoon," and he recommends shaving the heart of the reed to fix a sagging E. So far this has not worked at all. I will try your ideas next, and see what I can do. Thank you for these excellent videos.

[@d4rkness455]

Thank you

[@jonathanrio6587]

thanks for this video! Now how about E-flat without using the right hand to make it play in tune? Is it possible? haaha

[@BuildingaBassoonist]

Absolutely!