Re: Newbie questions

["Jamie Dolan" <chromatics@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

>snip<
> >Most players use the Cs in holes 4 & 8 and the B#, E# enharmonics only
when
> >they confer some advantage in phrasing or breathing.  Learn to do without
> >them at first, then use them deliberately to accomplish a conscious
purpose.
>
> That's what I wanted to know. Thanks!

I'd still keep an open mind. Even if you've just started, if a B# or E# is
going to help you make great music, then don't be afraid to use it! Doing
that would be like taking away a violinists option to use an open string.

All the best

Jamie

P.S. Don't throw out the alternate tunings just yet! You can always work on
both at the same time.