Paul Mörsch's thesis provides a comprehensive study on the manufacturing and optimization of clarinet reeds, with a particular focus on the methods of Hanstoni Kaufmann. After an introduction and a historical overview, the thesis examines in detail the requirements for clarinet reeds as well as their production – both through traditional craftsmanship and industrial manufacturing. A dedicated section explores manual adjustment techniques to optimize machine-made reeds. The thesis is complemented by an interview with Hanstoni Kaufmann and a survey of 87 clarinetists, offering practical insights into reed handling. This well-founded analysis makes the thesis a valuable resource for musicians, instrument makers, and researchers in the field of woodwind instruments.
Table of Contents
1. Introduction
2. History of Hanstoni Kaufmann
3. Manufacturing of Clarinet Reeds
3.1 Requirements for the Reed
3.1.1 Structure of the Ideal Reed
3.1.2 Technical Playing Requirements
3.2 Reed Production
3.2.1 Handcrafting According to Hanstoni Kaufmann
3.2.2 Machine Production at AW Reeds
4. Manual Adjustment Techniques
4.1 Deficiencies of Machine-Made Reeds
4.2 Reed Adjustments According to Hanstoni Kaufmann
5. Personal Conclusion
6. Acknowledgments
Interview with Hanstoni Kaufmann
Survey on Reed Handling
References
List of Figures
Declaration of Independent Work
About the Author
- Height
- 70 mm
- Width
- 207 mm
- Depth
- 292 mm
- Weight
- 344 g
- Language
- German
- Pages
- 109
- Publishing Year
- 2025
- Manufacturer
- Reeds 'n Stuff
- Country of origin
- Germany
- Product number
- 1901-000421901-00042
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