The Clarinet Corner

i dunno if it’s like commonly accepted since there’s so much bs mythology surrounding reeds all I know is that if my reeds start smelling or one starts to look like it’ll grow mold soon i soak them in original formula listerine (it has no flavorings or anything)

I also wash my mouthpiece once every week or if i’m sick every time i play. it’s also a good habit to brush your teeth or use unflavored mouthwash or rinse your mouth out with water a few times before playing because your reeds don’t age as quickly (i think) and your mouthpiece stays cleaner and it even can prevent the pads of your instrument from wearing out because if you have sugar or residue in your mouth it’ll make its way into your instrument and thus onto your pads

Bass Clarinet in C by Nicola Papalini, Musical Instruments