Additional Equipment You Will Need

At least 3 bassoon reeds. Information about buying reeds is the focus of chapter 3.

You will need a reed case to protect your reeds. You can make your own or buy one; more information about reed cases is included in chapter 4.

You will also need a container for water to soak your reed. I use my empty prescription bottles after they get a good cleaning. Make certain the lid does not leak. If the bottle will stay in your bassoon case, it should be kept in a plastic bag that seals to prevent water leaking inside of the case. You will need to change the water every day and wash the bottle once a week.

A metronome and tuner (or Bluetooth speaker and apps for your phone)

Other items

You might have a right-hand crutch in your case that looks something like this:

More information about the right-hand crutch is included in Chapter 22 “Accommodating Large Hands.”