That darned reed! If you're a clarinet or saxophone player (sorry double reeds, I won't even attempt to go there!) you will know about this little piece of timber that is so, so important to creating a good sound. However, some days, it just doesn't sound good! This blog goes through understanding reeds on a clarinet and saxophone. Important things you should know! What is a reed? A reed is a piece of cane (a plant akin to bamboo) that is secured to a mouthpiece with a ligatu