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Mr. Grayson's & Mr. Kennedy's
​Instrument Item Recommendations for BanD

Mouthpiece/Ligature Recommendations BELOW...
  • Flute
    • Swabs:
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Jewel-Silk-Flute-Swab-471521-471521000000000.wwbw?rNtt=flute%20swab&index=4
      • https://www.wwbw.com/GEM-Swabs-Silk-Flute-Swab-472271-472271000000000.wwbw?rNtt=flute%20swab&index=8
      • For Piccolo:
        • https://www.wwbw.com/Jewel-Piccolo-Swab-471519-471519000000000.wwbw?rNtt=piccolo%20swab&index=1
        • https://www.wwbw.com/Hodge-Piccolo-Silk-Swab-425610-425610000001000.wwbw?rNtt=piccolo%20swab&index=2
    • Rods:
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Yamaha-Wooden-Flute-Cleaning-Rod-420338-420338000000000.wwbw?rNtt=flute%20rod&index=5
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Yamaha-Plastic-Flute-Cleaning-Rod-420662-420662000000000.wwbw?rNtt=flute%20rod&index=3
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Giardinelli-Flute-Cleaning-Rod-J13355-J13355000000000.wwbw?rNtt=flute%20rod&index=1
      • For Piccolo:
        • https://www.wwbw.com/Yamaha-Piccolo-Cleaning-Rod-461760-461760000929000.wwbw?rNtt=cleaning%20rod&index=7
    • Key Oil (optional purchase):
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Superslick-Key-and-Rotor-Oil-420623-420623000000000.wwbw?rNtt=key+oil&index=6
    • Tuner/Metronome (this is optional...but highly recommended.  I also recommend you get one of the clip-on mics if possible):
      • Tuner/Metronome Only:
        • https://www.wwbw.com/Korg-TM-60-Tuner-Metronome-K58710.wwbw?rNtt=tuner&index=7
      • Clip-On Mic Only:
        • https://www.amazon.com/Korg-CM200BK-Clip-Contact-Microphone/dp/B00CPG43LO
      • Combo of both a Tuner/Metronome and Clip-On Mic:
        • https://www.wwbw.com/Korg-TM-60-CM-200-Tuner-Metronome-Combo-K73951.wwbw?rNtt=tuner&index=9
    • OPTIONAL PURCHASES (extra optional items for older band students)
      [contact Mr. Grayson for specifics and more options]:

      • https://www.wwbw.com/Hercules-Stands-DS543BB-Dual-Woodwind-Stand-J22659-J22659000000000.wwbw?rNtt=hercules&index=23
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Hercules-Stands-Alto-Tenor-Sax-1-Stand-with-Bag-H14018-H14018000000000.wwbw?rNtt=hercules&index=21
  • Oboe
    • Reeds (Med Soft for Younger Players through Med Hard for upper High School Players):
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Jones-Oboe-Reed-462688.wwbw?rNtt=oboe+reeds&index=4
    • Swabs (you need both):
      • Upper Joint Swab:
        • https://www.wwbw.com/Hodge-Oboe-Silk-Swab-425609-425609000001000.wwbw?rNtt=oboe+swab&index=2
      • Lower Joint Swab:
        • https://www.wwbw.com/GEM-Swabs-Silk-Double-Reed-Swabs-472272-472272000902000.wwbw?rNtt=oboe+swab&index=5
      • Full Kit of both:
        • https://www.wwbw.com/BG-Oboe-Cleaning-Swab-J07579.wwbw?rNtt=oboe%20swab&index=4
    • Cork Grease:
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Vandoren-Cork-Grease-Tube-470608-470608000000000.wwbw?rNtt=clarinet+cork+grease&index=1
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Selmer-Cork-Grease-Tube-467386-467386000000000.wwbw?rNtt=clarinet+cork+grease&index=2
    • Key Oil (optional purchase):
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Superslick-Key-and-Rotor-Oil-420623-420623000000000.wwbw?rNtt=key+oil&index=6
    • Tuner/Metronome (this is optional...but highly recommended.  I also recommend you get one of the clip-on mics if possible):
      • Tuner/Metronome Only:
        • https://www.wwbw.com/Korg-TM-60-Tuner-Metronome-K58710.wwbw?rNtt=tuner&index=7
      • Clip-On Mic Only:
        • https://www.amazon.com/Korg-CM200BK-Clip-Contact-Microphone/dp/B00CPG43LO
      • Combo of both a Tuner/Metronome and Clip-On Mic:
        • https://www.wwbw.com/Korg-TM-60-CM-200-Tuner-Metronome-Combo-K73951.wwbw?rNtt=tuner&index=9
    • OPTIONAL PURCHASES (extra optional items for older band students)
      [contact Mr. Grayson for specifics and more options]:

      • https://www.wwbw.com/Protec-Oboe-Reed-Case-H74194-H74194000001000.wwbw
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Fox-Oboe-Reed-Case-540689.wwbw
  • Bassoon
    • Reeds (recommend "Medium" strength):
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Jones-Bassoon-Reed-462686.wwbw?rNtt=bassoon+reeds&index=3
    • Swabs (you need both):
      • Bocal Swab:
        • https://www.wwbw.com/Hodge-Bassoon-Bocal-Silk-Swab-425601-425601000001000.wwbw?rNtt=bassoon+swabs&index=3
      • Body Swab:
        • https://www.wwbw.com/GEM-Swabs-Silk-Double-Reed-Swabs-472272-472272000901000.wwbw?rNtt=bassoon+swabs&index=6
      • Full kit of both:
        • https://www.wwbw.com/Fox-Bassoon-Swab-Kit-420395-420395000000000.wwbw?rNtt=bassoon+swabs&index=2
    • Cork Grease:
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Vandoren-Cork-Grease-Tube-470608-470608000000000.wwbw?rNtt=clarinet+cork+grease&index=1
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Selmer-Cork-Grease-Tube-467386-467386000000000.wwbw?rNtt=clarinet+cork+grease&index=2
    • Seat Strap:
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Protec-Leather-Bassoon-Seat-Strap-with-Adjustable-Cup-L68640-L68640000001001.wwbw?rNtt=bassoon+seat+strap&index=4
      • https://www.wwbw.com/BG-Bassoon-Seat-Strap-464986-464986000000000.wwbw?rNtt=bassoon+seat+strap&index=2
    • Key Oil (optional purchase):
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Superslick-Key-and-Rotor-Oil-420623-420623000000000.wwbw?rNtt=key+oil&index=6
    • Tuner/Metronome (this is optional...but highly recommended.  I also recommend you get one of the clip-on mics if possible):
      • Tuner/Metronome Only:
        • https://www.wwbw.com/Korg-TM-60-Tuner-Metronome-K58710.wwbw?rNtt=tuner&index=7
      • Clip-On Mic Only:
        • https://www.amazon.com/Korg-CM200BK-Clip-Contact-Microphone/dp/B00CPG43LO
      • Combo of both a Tuner/Metronome and Clip-On Mic:
        • https://www.wwbw.com/Korg-TM-60-CM-200-Tuner-Metronome-Combo-K73951.wwbw?rNtt=tuner&index=9
    • OPTIONAL PURCHASES (extra optional items for older band students)
      [contact Mr. Grayson for specifics and more options]:

      • https://www.wwbw.com/Protec-Bassoon-Reed-Case-Fits-5-Bassoon-Reeds-J01998-J01998000000000.wwbw
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Fox-Bassoon-Reed-Case-540687-540687000000498.wwbw
      • https://www.wwbw.com/J-Winter-Double-Reed-Cases-463863.wwbw
  • Clarinet
    • Reeds:
      • Reeds (please make sure to get either 3 or 3.5 for upper HS players strength depending on what you usually use):
        • https://www.wwbw.com/Vandoren-Traditional-Bb-Clarinet-Reeds-462584.wwbw?rNtt=clarinet+reeds&index=2
    • Swabs:
      • https://www.wwbw.com/GEM-Swabs-Silk-Clarinet-Swab-472268-472268000000000.wwbw?rNtt=clarinet%20swab&index=2
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Jewel-Silk-Clarinet-Swab-471520-471520000000000.wwbw?rNtt=clarinet%20swab&index=8
    • Cork Grease:
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Vandoren-Cork-Grease-Tube-470608-470608000000000.wwbw?rNtt=clarinet+cork+grease&index=1
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Selmer-Cork-Grease-Tube-467386-467386000000000.wwbw?rNtt=clarinet+cork+grease&index=2
    • Key Oil (optional purchase):
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Superslick-Key-and-Rotor-Oil-420623-420623000000000.wwbw?rNtt=key+oil&index=6
    • Tuner/Metronome (this is optional...but highly recommended.  I also recommend you get one of the clip-on mics if possible):
      • Tuner/Metronome Only:
        • https://www.wwbw.com/Korg-TM-60-Tuner-Metronome-K58710.wwbw?rNtt=tuner&index=7
      • Clip-On Mic Only:
        • https://www.amazon.com/Korg-CM200BK-Clip-Contact-Microphone/dp/B00CPG43LO
      • Combo of both a Tuner/Metronome and Clip-On Mic:
        • https://www.wwbw.com/Korg-TM-60-CM-200-Tuner-Metronome-Combo-K73951.wwbw?rNtt=tuner&index=9
    • OPTIONAL PURCHASES (extra optional items for older band students)
      [contact Mr. Grayson for specifics and more options]:

      • https://www.wwbw.com/KM-Clarinet-Stand-15222-J19121-J19121000000000.wwbw?rNtt=clarinet+stand&index=6
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Hercules-Stands-DS543BB-Dual-Woodwind-Stand-J22659-J22659000000000.wwbw?rNtt=hercules&index=23
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Hercules-Stands-Alto-Tenor-Sax-1-Stand-with-Bag-H14018-H14018000000000.wwbw?rNtt=hercules&index=21
      • https://www.wwbw.com/DAddario-Woodwinds-Reed-Guard-J25653.wwbw#productDetail
      • https://www.wwbw.com/La-Voz-Reedgard-IV-for-Clarinet-or-Alto-Saxophone-540374-540374000000000.wwbw
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Protec-Clarinet-Reed-Case-541053-541053000001000.wwbw
      • https://www.wwbw.com/J-Winter-Reed-Cases-463869.wwbw
      • Special Clarinet Reeds (please make sure to get 3 strength)
        • https://www.wwbw.com/Vandoren-Traditional-Eb-Clarinet-Reeds-462586.wwbw?rNtt=eb%20clarinet%20reeds&index=3
        • https://www.wwbw.com/Vandoren-Alto-Clarinet-Reeds-462580.wwbw?rNtt=alto%20clarinet%20reeds&index=1
        • https://www.wwbw.com/Vandoren-Contra-Alto-Contrabass-Clarinet-Reeds-462585.wwbw?rNtt=contra%20clarinet%20reeds&index=1
  • Bass Clarinet
    • Reeds (3 strength for HS):
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Vandoren-Traditional-Bass-Clarinet-Reeds-462583.wwbw?rNtt=bass+clarinet+reeds&index=1
    • Swabs:
      • https://www.wwbw.com/GEM-Swabs-Silk-Bass-Clarinet-Swab-472269-472269000000000.wwbw?rNtt=bass+clarinet+swabs&index=2
    • Cork Grease:
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Vandoren-Cork-Grease-Tube-470608-470608000000000.wwbw?rNtt=clarinet+cork+grease&index=1
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Selmer-Cork-Grease-Tube-467386-467386000000000.wwbw?rNtt=clarinet+cork+grease&index=2
    • Key Oil (optional purchase):
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Superslick-Key-and-Rotor-Oil-420623-420623000000000.wwbw?rNtt=key+oil&index=6
    • Tuner/Metronome (this is optional...but highly recommended.  I also recommend you get one of the clip-on mics if possible):
      • Tuner/Metronome Only:
        • https://www.wwbw.com/Korg-TM-60-Tuner-Metronome-K58710.wwbw?rNtt=tuner&index=7
      • Clip-On Mic Only:
        • https://www.amazon.com/Korg-CM200BK-Clip-Contact-Microphone/dp/B00CPG43LO
      • Combo of both a Tuner/Metronome and Clip-On Mic:
        • https://www.wwbw.com/Korg-TM-60-CM-200-Tuner-Metronome-Combo-K73951.wwbw?rNtt=tuner&index=9
    • OPTIONAL PURCHASES (extra optional items for older band students)
      [contact Mr. Grayson for specifics and more options]:

      • https://www.wwbw.com/La-Voz-Reedgard-IV-for-Tenor-or-Baritone-Saxophone-540377-540377000000000.wwbw
      • Special Clarinet Reeds (please make sure to get 3 strength)
        • https://www.wwbw.com/Vandoren-Alto-Clarinet-Reeds-462580.wwbw?rNtt=alto%20clarinet%20reeds&index=1
        • https://www.wwbw.com/Vandoren-Contra-Alto-Contrabass-Clarinet-Reeds-462585.wwbw?rNtt=contra%20clarinet%20reeds&index=1
  • Saxophones
    • Reeds: 
      • Reeds (please make sure to get 3 strength):
        • Bari Sax:
          • https://www.wwbw.com/Vandoren-Baritone-Saxophone-Reeds-462582.wwbw?rNtt=bari+saxophone+reeds&index=2
        • Tenor Sax:
          • https://www.wwbw.com/Vandoren-Tenor-Saxophone-Reeds-462591.wwbw?rNtt=tenor+saxophone+reeds&index=2
        • Alto Sax:
          • https://www.wwbw.com/Vandoren-Alto-Saxophone-Reeds-462581.wwbw?rNtt=alto+saxophone+reeds&index=2
    • Swabs:
      • Alto Sax:
        • https://www.wwbw.com/Jewel-Saxophone-Swabs-471524-471524000909000.wwbw?rNtt=alto%20sax%20swabs&index=4
      • Tenor Sax:
        • https://www.wwbw.com/Jewel-Saxophone-Swabs-471524-471524000908000.wwbw?rNtt=tenor%20sax%20swabs&index=5
      • Bari Sax [also neck swab for altos and tenors]:
        • https://www.wwbw.com/Jewel-Silk-Saxophone-Neck-Swab-471522-471522000000000.wwbw?rNtt=baritone%20saxophone%20swabs&index=98
    • Neck Straps:
      • Alto Sax (get 22" size...do not get the pink one):
        • https://www.wwbw.com/Protec-Neoprene-Less-Stress-Neck-Strap-For-Alto-Tenor-Baritone-Saxophone-J01991.wwbw?rNtt=alto%20neck%20strap&index=1
      • Tenor Sax (get 24" size):
        • https://www.wwbw.com/Protec-Neoprene-Less-Stress-Neck-Strap-For-Alto-Tenor-Baritone-Saxophone-J01991.wwbw?rNtt=alto%20neck%20strap&index=1
      • Bari Sax Harness (get "Regular Length"):
        • https://www.wwbw.com/Neotech-Soft-Sax-Harness-Strap-367501.wwbw?rNtt=saxophone+harnesses&index=2
    • Cork Grease:
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Vandoren-Cork-Grease-Tube-470608-470608000000000.wwbw?rNtt=clarinet+cork+grease&index=1
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Selmer-Cork-Grease-Tube-467386-467386000000000.wwbw?rNtt=clarinet+cork+grease&index=2
    • Key Oil (optional purchase):
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Superslick-Key-and-Rotor-Oil-420623-420623000000000.wwbw?rNtt=key+oil&index=6
    • Tuner/Metronome (this is optional...but highly recommended.  I also recommend you get one of the clip-on mics if possible):
      • Tuner/Metronome Only:
        • https://www.wwbw.com/Korg-TM-60-Tuner-Metronome-K58710.wwbw?rNtt=tuner&index=7
      • Clip-On Mic Only:
        • https://www.amazon.com/Korg-CM200BK-Clip-Contact-Microphone/dp/B00CPG43LO
      • Combo of both a Tuner/Metronome and Clip-On Mic:
        • https://www.wwbw.com/Korg-TM-60-CM-200-Tuner-Metronome-Combo-K73951.wwbw?rNtt=tuner&index=9
    • OPTIONAL PURCHASES (extra optional items for older band students)
      [contact Mr. Grayson for specifics and more options]:

      • Alto/Tenor: https://www.wwbw.com/Hercules-Stands-Alto-Tenor-Sax-1-Stand-with-Bag-H14018-H14018000000000.wwbw?rNtt=hercules&index=21
      • Soprano/Alto: https://www.wwbw.com/Hercules-Stands-DS533BB-Dual-Saxophone-Stand-J22660-J22660000000000.wwbw?rNtt=hercules&index=29
      • Alto: https://www.wwbw.com/La-Voz-Reedgard-IV-for-Clarinet-or-Alto-Saxophone-540374-540374000000000.wwbw
      • Tenor/Bari: https://www.wwbw.com/La-Voz-Reedgard-IV-for-Tenor-or-Baritone-Saxophone-540377-540377000000000.wwbw
      • Soprano/Alto: https://www.wwbw.com/DAddario-Woodwinds-Reed-Guard-J25653.wwbw#productDetail
      • Soprano/Alto/Tenor: https://www.wwbw.com/J-Winter-Reed-Cases-463869.wwbw
      • Soprano Sax Reeds (please make sure to get either 3 or 3.5 strength depending on what you usually use)
        • https://www.wwbw.com/Vandoren-Soprano-Saxophone-Reeds-462590.wwbw
        • Bass Sax (get 3 strength): https://www.wwbw.com/Vandoren-Bass-Saxophone-Reeds-470581.wwbw
  • Trumpets
    • Valve Oil:
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Al-Cass-Fast-Valve-Slide-and-Key-Oil-420257-420257000000000.wwbw?rNtt=valve+oil&index=1
    • Slide Grease:
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Bach-Tuning-Slide-Grease-J07788-J07788000001000.wwbw?rNtt=slide+grease&index=8
    • Tuner/Metronome (this is optional...but highly recommended.  I also recommend you get one of the clip-on mics if possible):
      • Tuner/Metronome Only:
        • https://www.wwbw.com/Korg-TM-60-Tuner-Metronome-K58710.wwbw?rNtt=tuner&index=7
      • Clip-On Mic Only:
        • https://www.amazon.com/Korg-CM200BK-Clip-Contact-Microphone/dp/B00CPG43LO
      • Combo of both a Tuner/Metronome and Clip-On Mic:
        • https://www.wwbw.com/Korg-TM-60-CM-200-Tuner-Metronome-Combo-K73951.wwbw?rNtt=tuner&index=9
    • OPTIONAL PURCHASES (extra optional items for older band students)
      [contact Mr. Grayson for specifics and more options]:

      • https://www.wwbw.com/Denis-Wick-DW5504-Series-Trumpet-Straight-Mute-483845.wwbw?rNtt=straight+mute&index=1
      • https://www.wwbw.com/KM-5-Leg-In-Bell-Trumpet-Stand-450293-450293000000000.wwbw?rNtt=trumpet+stand&index=2
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Denis-Wick-DW5531-Series-Adjustable-Trumpet-Cup-Mute-360118-360118000000000.wwbw?rNtt=trumpet%20cup%20mute&index=1
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Harmon-B-Model-Aluminum-Trumpet-Wow-Wow-Mute-360158-360158000000000.wwbw?rNtt=trumpet+harmon&index=1
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Hercules-Stands-HA100-Brass-Mute-Holder-J22442-J22442000000000.wwbw?rNtt=hercules&index=17
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Protec-Trumpet-Mute-Bag-with-5-Modular-Walls-Mute-Holder-L77941-L77941000000000.wwbw?rNtt=mute%20holder&index=4
      • Must be 4” Cup: https://www.walmart.com/ip/Howard-Berger-104P-Plunger-Sink-With-9-in-Handle/992063036
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Berp-Buzz-Extension-and-Resistance-Piece-for-Trumpet-461969-461969000000000.wwbw?rNtt=berp&index=1
  • French Horns
    • Rotor Oil (valve oil):
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Hetman-Rotor-Lubricant-12-420193-420193000000000.wwbw?rNtt=rotor+oil&index=13
    • Slide Grease:
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Bach-Tuning-Slide-Grease-J07788-J07788000001000.wwbw?rNtt=slide+grease&index=8
    • Tuner/Metronome (this is optional...but highly recommended.  I also recommend you get one of the clip-on mics if possible):
      • Tuner/Metronome Only:
        • https://www.wwbw.com/Korg-TM-60-Tuner-Metronome-K58710.wwbw?rNtt=tuner&index=7
      • Clip-On Mic Only:
        • https://www.amazon.com/Korg-CM200BK-Clip-Contact-Microphone/dp/B00CPG43LO
      • Combo of both a Tuner/Metronome and Clip-On Mic:
        • https://www.wwbw.com/Korg-TM-60-CM-200-Tuner-Metronome-Combo-K73951.wwbw?rNtt=tuner&index=9
    • OPTIONAL PURCHASES (extra optional items for older band students)
      [contact Mr. Grayson for specifics and more options]:

      • https://www.wwbw.com/Humes-Berg-119-French-Horn-Stop-Mute-360063-360063000000000.wwbw?rNtt=french+horn+mute&index=1
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Humes-Berg-121-French-Horn-Straight-Mute-360065-360065000000000.wwbw?rNtt=french+horn+mute&index=10
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Denis-Wick-DW5524-Series-French-Horn-Straight-Mute-360111-360111000000000.wwbw?rNtt=french%20horn%20straight%20mutes&index=2
      • Fits French Horn: https://www.wwbw.com/Berp-Buzz-Extension-and-Resistance-Piece-for-French-Horn-461965-461965000000000.wwbw?rNtt=berp&index=5
      • Fits Mellophone: https://www.wwbw.com/Berp-Buzz-Extension-and-Resistance-Piece-for-Trumpet-461969-461969000000000.wwbw?rNtt=berp&index=1
  • Trombones
    • Main (large) Slide Lubricant:
      • The Best of the Best:
        • https://www.wwbw.com/Slide-O-Mix-Trombone-Lubrication-System-420461-420461000000000.wwbw?rNtt=trombone+slide+treatments&index=6
    • Slide Grease (back tuning slides):
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Bach-Tuning-Slide-Grease-J07788-J07788000001000.wwbw?rNtt=slide+grease&index=8
    • Water Spray Bottle:
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Superslick-Trombone-Spray-Bottle-420628-420628000000000.wwbw?rNtt=trombone%20slide%20treatments&index=8#productDetail
    • Rotor Oil (ONLY if you have a trigger trombone (upgrade) with a rotor valve):
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Hetman-Rotor-Lubricant-12-420193-420193000000000.wwbw?rNtt=rotor+oil&index=13
    • Tuner/Metronome (this is optional...but highly recommended.  I also recommend you get one of the clip-on mics if possible):
      • Tuner/Metronome Only:
        • https://www.wwbw.com/Korg-TM-60-Tuner-Metronome-K58710.wwbw?rNtt=tuner&index=7
      • Clip-On Mic Only:
        • https://www.amazon.com/Korg-CM200BK-Clip-Contact-Microphone/dp/B00CPG43LO
      • Combo of both a Tuner/Metronome and Clip-On Mic:
        • https://www.wwbw.com/Korg-TM-60-CM-200-Tuner-Metronome-Combo-K73951.wwbw?rNtt=tuner&index=9
    • OPTIONAL PURCHASES (extra optional items for older band students)
      [contact Mr. Grayson for specifics and more options]:

      • https://www.wwbw.com/Humes-Berg-151-Tenor-Trombone-Straight-Mute-360071-360071000000000.wwbw?rNtt=trombone+straight+mute&index=10
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Denis-Wick-DW5505-Series-Trombone-Straight-Mute-360098-360098000000000.wwbw?rNtt=trombone+straight+mute&index=8
      • https://www.wwbw.com/On-Stage-Trombone-Stand-450273-450273000000000.wwbw?rNtt=trombone%20stand&index=5
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Humes-Berg-152-Tenor-Trombone-Cup-Mute-360072-360072000000000.wwbw?rNtt=trombone+mute&index=1
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Manhasset-1340-Trombone-Mute-Holder-450179-450179000000000.wwbw?rNtt=mute%20holder&index=3
      • Must Be 6” Cup:
        • https://www.walmart.com/ip/Cobra-Standard-Plunger/108265392
        • https://www.walmart.com/ip/Howard-Berger-106P-Plunger-Plumbers-With-18-in-Handle/433065468
      • Fits Small Shank Trombones: https://www.wwbw.com/Berp-Buzz-Extension-and-Resistance-Piece-for-Small-Shank-Trombone-Medium-Shank-Euphonium-462662-462662000000936.wwbw?rNtt=berp&index=2
      • Fits Large Shank Trombones: https://www.wwbw.com/Berp-Buzz-Extension-and-Resistance-Piece-for-Large-Shank-Trombone-Euphonium-483864-483864000888162.wwbw?rNtt=berp&index=6
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Hamilton-KB952-Trombone-Stand-H84364-H84364000001000.wwbw#productDetail
  • Euphoniums/Baritones
    • Valve Oil:
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Al-Cass-Fast-Valve-Slide-and-Key-Oil-420257-420257000000000.wwbw?rNtt=valve+oil&index=1
    • Slide Grease:
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Bach-Tuning-Slide-Grease-J07788-J07788000001000.wwbw?rNtt=slide+grease&index=8
    • Tuner/Metronome (this is optional...but highly recommended.  I also recommend you get one of the clip-on mics if possible):
      • Tuner/Metronome Only:
        • https://www.wwbw.com/Korg-TM-60-Tuner-Metronome-K58710.wwbw?rNtt=tuner&index=7
      • Clip-On Mic Only:
        • https://www.amazon.com/Korg-CM200BK-Clip-Contact-Microphone/dp/B00CPG43LO
      • Combo of both a Tuner/Metronome and Clip-On Mic:
        • https://www.wwbw.com/Korg-TM-60-CM-200-Tuner-Metronome-Combo-K73951.wwbw?rNtt=tuner&index=9
    • OPTIONAL PURCHASES (extra optional items for older band students)
      [contact Mr. Grayson for specifics and more options]:

      • https://www.wwbw.com/Berp-Buzz-Extension-and-Resistance-Piece-for-Large-Shank-Trombone-Euphonium-483864-483864000888162.wwbw?rNtt=berp&index=6
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Denis-Wick-DW5513-Series-Euphonium-Straight-Mute-360106-360106000000000.wwbw?rNtt=euphonium%20mute&index=1
  • Tubas
    • Piston-Valve Tubas
      • Valve Oil:
        • https://www.wwbw.com/Al-Cass-Fast-Valve-Slide-and-Key-Oil-420257-420257000000000.wwbw?rNtt=valve+oil&index=1
      • Slide Grease:
        • https://www.wwbw.com/Bach-Tuning-Slide-Grease-J07788-J07788000001000.wwbw?rNtt=slide+grease&index=8
    • Rotary-Valve Tubas:
      • Rotor Oil (valve oil):
        • https://www.wwbw.com/Hetman-Rotor-Lubricant-12-420193-420193000000000.wwbw?rNtt=rotor+oil&index=13
      • Slide Grease:
        • https://www.wwbw.com/Bach-Tuning-Slide-Grease-J07788-J07788000001000.wwbw?rNtt=slide+grease&index=8
    • Tuner/Metronome (this is optional...but highly recommended.  I also recommend you get one of the clip-on mics if possible):
      • Tuner/Metronome Only:
        • https://www.wwbw.com/Korg-TM-60-Tuner-Metronome-K58710.wwbw?rNtt=tuner&index=7
      • Clip-On Mic Only:
        • https://www.amazon.com/Korg-CM200BK-Clip-Contact-Microphone/dp/B00CPG43LO
      • Combo of both a Tuner/Metronome and Clip-On Mic:
        • https://www.wwbw.com/Korg-TM-60-CM-200-Tuner-Metronome-Combo-K73951.wwbw?rNtt=tuner&index=9
    • OPTIONAL PURCHASES (extra optional items for older band students)
      [contact Mr. Grayson for specifics and more options]:

      • https://www.wwbw.com/Protec-A205-Deluxe-Padded-Tuba-Mouthpiece-Pouch-541035-541035000000000.wwbw?rNtt=tuba+mouthpiece+pouch&index=1
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Denis-Wick-DW5518-Series-Straight-Tuba-Mute-360108-360108000000000.wwbw?rNtt=tuba%20mute&index=9
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Berp-Buzz-Extension-and-Resistance-Piece-for-Tuba-461970-461970000000000.wwbw?rNtt=berp&index=3
  • Percussion
    • Sticks (Concert Percussion):
      • Vic Firth 5B (Drumset and other mixed percussion):
        • https://www.steveweissmusic.com/product/vic-firth-american-classic-5b-drumsticks/drum-set-drum-sticks
      • Vic Firth SD1 (Snare Drum):
        • https://www.steveweissmusic.com/product/vic-firth-sd1/concert-snare-drum-sticks
    • Mallets:
      • Bells/Xylo Mallets (please order "Medium Hard Poly"):
        • https://www.wwbw.com/Mike-Balter-Basics-Black-Birch-Bell-and-Xylophone-Mallets-L70174.wwbw
      • Marimba Mallets (please order “13B”):
        • https://www.steveweissmusic.com/product/mike-balter-13b-mallets/marimba-mallets
      • Timpani Mallets - (Vic Firth “T1”):
        • https://www.steveweissmusic.com/product/vic-firth-t1-timpani-general/timpani-mallets
    • Sticks (Marching Percussion):
      • Marching Tenor Drum Sticks (optional):
        • https://www.steveweissmusic.com/product/vic-firth-tom-aungst-tenor-hybrid/marching-tenor-mallets
      • Marching Snare Drum Sticks (optional):
        • https://www.steveweissmusic.com/product/vic-firth-srh-ralph-hardimon-drum-sticks/marching-snare-drum-sticks
    • Ear Plugs (100% required!!!):
      • No need to do monthly...just do a one-time order:
        • https://www.amazon.com/Etymotic-Fidelity-Earplugs-ETY-Plugs-Standard/dp/B0044DEESS/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=12O748RWSE9W2&dchild=1&keywords=etymotic+earplugs&qid=1586373549&sprefix=etymotic%2Caps%2C280&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&smid=A2R5UKCLECW4MJ&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEyU0FMOTVaUTBMRVUwJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwODIxMjU5WFlFTTdQQk5IWk1DJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTA4NjExNDcyR1pKUDZBNkNRWFNTJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfYXRmJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ==
    • Stick Bag (optional but highly recommended):
      • https://www.steveweissmusic.com/product/vic-firth-standard-drumstick-bag/drum-stick-mallet-bag
      • Only do this option if you plan to grow your inventory of sticks and mallets:
        • https://www.steveweissmusic.com/product/vic-firth-keyboard-mallet-bag/drum-stick-mallet-bag
    • Practice Pads (optional but highly recommended):
      • https://www.steveweissmusic.com/product/vic-firth-practice-pad-pad12d/drum-practice-pads
      • https://www.steveweissmusic.com/product/vic-firth-stock-pad/marching-practice-pads
    • Tuner/Metronome (this is optional...but highly recommended):
      • https://www.wwbw.com/Korg-TM-60-Tuner-Metronome-K58710.wwbw?rNtt=tuner&index=7
    • Optional Mallets (but highly recommended...in order that you should purchase):
      • https://www.steveweissmusic.com/product/mike-balter-23b-mallets/vibraphone-mallets
      • https://www.steveweissmusic.com/product/vic-firth-american-custom-timpani-t4/timpani-mallets
      • https://www.steveweissmusic.com/product/mike-balter-12b-mallets/marimba-mallets
      • https://www.steveweissmusic.com/product/mike-balter-14b-mallets/marimba-mallets
      • https://www.steveweissmusic.com/product/mike-balter-9bbell-mallets/bell-glockenspiel-mallets

Mr. Grayson's & Mr. Kennedy's
​Mouthpiece/Ligature Recommendation For Band

Clarinet:
  • Mouthpiece
    • Best of the Best - Vandoren M13 Lyre (try the M13 also): https://www.wwbw.com/Vandoren-Series-M13-Lyre-Bb-Clarinet-Mouthpiece-460182.wwbw
    • Best of the Best - Vandoren M13 (try the M13 Lyre also): https://www.wwbw.com/Vandoren-M13-Bb-Clarinet-Mouthpiece-460181-460181000000000.wwbw?rNtt=bass%20clarinet%20m13%20mouthpiece&index=26
    • Great Mouthpiece - Vandoren M30 Traditional: https://www.wwbw.com/Vandoren-M30-Series-Bb-Clarinet-Mouthpiece-463126.wwbw?rNtt=vandoren%20m30&index=1
    • Good Mouthpiece - Vandoren B45 Traditional: https://www.wwbw.com/Vandoren-B45-Series-Bb-Clarinet-Mouthpiece-483747.wwbw?rNtt=clarinet%20vandoren%20mouthpiece&index=8
    • Cheaper...one of my favorites for young musicians - Hite Premiere: https://www.wwbw.com/J-D-Hite-Premiere-Bb-Clarinet-Mouthpiece-462423-462423000000000.wwbw
    • Cheaper solid beginner mouthpiece - Yamaha 4C: https://www.wwbw.com/Yamaha-4C-Bb-Clarinet-Mouthpiece-462505-462505000000000.wwbw
  • Ligatures (these can make as much of a difference as your mouthpiece can)
    • Best of the Best - Vandoren Optimum: https://www.wwbw.com/Vandoren-Optimum-Clarinet-Ligatures-474919.wwbw
    • Great Ligature - Rico H: https://www.wwbw.com/Rico-H-Ligature-for-Soprano-Saxophone-581625-581625000000000.wwbw
    • Cheaper option yet still used by pros - Rovner "Dark": https://www.wwbw.com/Rovner-Dark-Bb-Clarinet-Ligature-and-Cap-540295-540295000000000.wwbw
Bass Clarinet:
  • Mouthpiece (not all mouthpieces will fit in every bass clarinet)
    • Pro Line - get a recommendation from your private teacher
    • Great Mouthpiece - J&D Hite: https://www.wwbw.com/J-D-Hite-Bass-Clarinet-Mouthpiece-462428-462428000000000.wwbw
    • Cheaper solid beginner mouthpiece - Yamaha 4C: https://www.wwbw.com/Yamaha-4C-Bass-Clarinet-Mouthpiece-462504-462504000000000.wwbw
  • Ligatures (these can make as much of a difference as your mouthpiece can)
    • Best of the Best - Vandoren Optimum: https://www.wwbw.com/Vandoren-Optimum-Bass-Clarinet-Silver-plated-Ligature-Plastic-Cap-J03470-J03470000000000.wwbw
    • Cheaper option yet still used by pros - Rovner "Dark": https://www.wwbw.com/Rovner-Dark-Bass-Clarinet-Ligature-and-Cap-540533-540533000000000.wwbw
Alto Saxophone:
  • Mouthpiece
    • Best of the Best - Selmer C* [star]: https://www.wwbw.com/Selmer-Paris-S80-Series-Alto-Saxophone-Mouthpiece-463101.wwbw
    • Great Mouthpiece - Vandoren Optimum AL4: https://www.wwbw.com/Vandoren-OPTIMUM-Alto-Saxophone-Mouthpiece-463138.wwbw?rNtt=vandoren%20optimum&index=1
    • Great Mouthpiece - Vandoren A25: https://www.wwbw.com/Vandoren-V5-Jazz-Alto-Saxophone-Mouthpiece-483745.wwbw
    • Cheap solid beginner mouthpiece - Yamaha 4C: https://www.wwbw.com/Yamaha-4C-Alto-Saxophone-Mouthpiece-461273-461273000000000.wwbw
  • Ligatures (these can make as much of a difference as your mouthpiece can)
    • Best of the Best - Vandoren Optimum: https://www.wwbw.com/Vandoren-Optimum-Series-Saxophone-Ligatures-474920.wwbw
    • Great option - Vandoren M/O Series (Gilded): https://www.wwbw.com/Vandoren-M-O-Series-Saxophone-Ligature-H72527.wwbw
    • Cheaper option yet still used by pros - Rovner "Dark": https://www.wwbw.com/Rovner-Dark-Alto-Saxophone-Ligature-and-Cap-473602.wwbw
Tenor Saxophone:
  • Mouthpiece
    • Best of the Best - Selmer C* [star]: https://www.wwbw.com/Selmer-Paris-S80-Tenor-Saxophone-Mouthpiece-466146.wwbw
    • Great Mouthpiece - Vandoren Optimum TL4: https://www.wwbw.com/Vandoren-Optimum-Tenor-Saxophone-Mouthpiece-463177.wwbw?rNtt=vandoren%20optimum&index=2
    • Cheap solid beginner mouthpiece - Yamaha 4C (also try the 5C): https://www.wwbw.com/Yamaha-4C-Tenor-Saxophone-Mouthpiece-461275-461275000000000.wwbw
    • Cheap solid beginner mouthpiece - Yamaha 5C (also try the 4C): https://www.wwbw.com/Yamaha-5C-Tenor-Saxophone-Mouthpiece-462509-462509000000000.wwbw?rNtt=yamaha%205c&index=2
  • Ligatures (these can make as much of a difference as your mouthpiece can)
    • Best of the Best - Vandoren Optimum (make sure to check sizes based on mouthpiece shape): https://www.wwbw.com/Vandoren-Optimum-Series-Saxophone-Ligatures-474920.wwbw?rNtt=vandoren+optimum&index=5
    • Great option - Vandoren M/O Series (Gilded): https://www.wwbw.com/Vandoren-M-O-Series-Saxophone-Ligature-H72527.wwbw
    • Cheaper option yet still used by pros - Rovner "Dark" (make sure to check sizes based on mouthpiece shape): https://www.wwbw.com/Rovner-Dark-Tenor-Saxophone-Ligature-and-Cap-472499.wwbw?rNtt=tenor+sax+rovner+dark&index=1
Bari Saxophone:
  • Mouthpiece
    • Best of the Best - Selmer C* [star]: https://www.wwbw.com/Selmer-Paris-S80-Series-Baritone-Saxophone-Mouthpiece-463102.wwbw
    • Great Mouthpiece - J&D Hite Artist: https://www.wwbw.com/J-D-Hite-Artist-Baritone-Saxophone-Mouthpiece-462431-462431000000000.wwbw?rNtt=hite%20artist&index=2
    • Cheap solid beginner mouthpiece - Yamaha 5C: https://www.wwbw.com/Yamaha-5C-Baritone-Saxophone-Mouthpiece-462508-462508000000000.wwbw
  • Ligatures (these can make as much of a difference as your mouthpiece can)
    • Best of the Best - Vandoren Optimum (make sure to check sizes based on mouthpiece shape): https://www.wwbw.com/Vandoren-Optimum-Series-Saxophone-Ligature-H96569-H96569000001000.wwbw?rNtt=vandoren+optimum&index=8
    • Great option - Vandoren M/O Series (Gilded): https://www.wwbw.com/Vandoren-M-O-Series-Saxophone-Ligature-H72527.wwbw
    • Cheaper option yet still used by pros - Rovner "Dark" (make sure to check sizes based on mouthpiece shape): https://www.wwbw.com/Rovner-Dark-Baritone-Saxophone-Ligature-And-Cap-472498.wwbw
Trumpet:
  • Mouthpiece
    • HS - Bach 3C (try the 1-1/2C also): https://www.wwbw.com/Bach-Standard-Series-Trumpet-Mouthpiece-in-Silver-462970-462970000000023.wwbw?rNtt=bach+5c&index=1
    • HS - Bach 1-1/2C (try the 3C also): https://www.wwbw.com/Bach-Standard-Series-Trumpet-Mouthpiece-in-Silver-462970-462970000000023.wwbw?rNtt=bach+5c&index=1
    • MS/JH - Bach 5C (some students can jump over this size mouthpiece): https://www.wwbw.com/Bach-Standard-Series-Trumpet-Mouthpiece-in-Silver-462970-462970000000023.wwbw?rNtt=bach+5c&index=1
    • Beginners - Bach 7C: https://www.wwbw.com/Bach-Standard-Series-Trumpet-Mouthpiece-in-Silver-462970-462970000000023.wwbw?rNtt=bach+5c&index=1
French Horn:
  • Mouthpiece
    • Best of the Best - Schilke 30 (also try 30B): https://www.wwbw.com/Schilke-Standard-Series-French-Horn-Mouthpiece-in-Silver-483739.wwbw?rNtt=french%20horn%20mouthpieces&index=2
    • Best of the Best - Schilke 30B (also try 30): https://www.wwbw.com/Schilke-Standard-Series-French-Horn-Mouthpiece-in-Silver-483739-483739000300088.wwbw?rNtt=30B&index=4
    • Another great option - Laskey 75G: https://www.wwbw.com/Laskey-G-Series-Classic-American-Shank-French-Horn-Mouthpiece-in-Silver-L86044-L86044000005000.wwbw?rNtt=laskey%2075G&index=1
    • Another great option - Farkas MC, DC, or MDC (try all 3): https://www.wwbw.com/Holton-Farkas-Series-French-Horn-Mouthpiece-in-Silver-483834.wwbw?rNtt=french%20horn%20mouthpieces&index=1
  • Misc.
    • French Horn to Mellophone Adapter - Selmer 195M: https://www.amazon.com/Selmer-Mouthpiece-Adapter-Using-French/dp/B0093LQUVA
Trombone/Euphonium/Baritone:
  • Mouthpiece
    • Best Mouthpiece Schilke 51D (Large Shank for Trigger Trombones/4-valve Euph): https://www.wwbw.com/Schilke-Standard-Large-Shank-Trombone-Mouthpiece-in-Silver-475216-475216000946902.wwbw?rNtt=51D&index=2
    • Best Mouthpiece Schilke 51D (Small Shank for Beginner Trombones [no trigger]/3-valve Euph): https://www.wwbw.com/Schilke-Standard-Series-Small-Shank-Trombone-Mouthpiece-in-Silver-475213-475213000935902.wwbw?rNtt=51D&index=3
    • Bach 6-1/2AL Small Shank (Be sure to check if you have a small or large shank trombone/euphonium): https://www.wwbw.com/Bach-Small-Shank-Tenor-Trombone-Mouthpiece-462976.wwbw?rNtt=trombone%20mouthpiece&index=1
    • Bach 6-1/2AL Large Shank (Be sure to check if you have a small or large shank trombone/euphonium): https://www.wwbw.com/Bach-Large-Shank-Trombone-Mouthpiece-462978.wwbw?rNtt=trombone%20mouthpiece&index=2
Tuba:
  • Mouthpiece
    • Best of the Best (Large tubas 4/4 or 5/4+ for HS/college) - Perantucci PT50 or PT88 (try both): https://www.wwbw.com/Perantucci-Tuba-Mouthpieces-472852.wwbw?rNtt=tuba+mouthpiece&index=1#
    • ​HS - Conn Helleberg 120 S [Standard] (also try 7B): https://www.wwbw.com/Conn-Helleberg-Series-Tuba-Mouthpiece-in-Silver-483833.wwbw?rNtt=tuba+mouthpiece&index=2
    • ​HS - Conn Helleberg 7B (also try 120 S): https://www.wwbw.com/Conn-Helleberg-Series-Tuba-Mouthpiece-in-Silver-483833.wwbw?rNtt=tuba+mouthpiece&index=2

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