There are these little white spider things in my clarinet and on my reeds. What damage do they do and how do I get rid of them.
2006-11-15 06:37:13 · 9 answers · asked by jdratbull 2 in Entertainment & Music ➔ Music
I used to play the clarinet and never had such problems. Are you using a plastic or wooden clarinet?
Make sure that you clean it on a regular basis and if you are using a wooden clarinet, keep it well oiled. Take it to a music shop and have a professional look at it. They will be able to clean it and assess any damage that may have been caused.
I wouldn't play it until you have figured out what the problem is.
2006-11-15 06:39:42 · answer #1 · answered by Sativa 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Depends on how small they are, they could be some type of Psocids, or Book lice, they like damp conditions, and need a certain amount of humidity to survive, the easiest way to get rid of them is to dry out your Clarinet, and allow it to dry after each time you use it. I would suggest a good clean before you use it again
2006-11-15 06:43:48 · answer #2 · answered by poetikliesense 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is an insect that is attracted to the reed in a clarinet. Most professional clarinetists should be able to advise you.
2006-11-15 06:57:41 · answer #3 · answered by checkmate 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Can't you rinse water through it to flush them out?
Theres most likely a nest inside there somewhere that has just hatched.
2006-11-15 06:39:55 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get a new clarinet. That sounds gross. :-(
2006-11-15 06:39:35 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
your clarinet has a case of crabs....... see a doctor, maybe you should quit blowing for a while...lol kidding
2006-11-15 06:48:42 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Bummer,,,,Use Raid
2006-11-15 06:39:20 · answer #7 · answered by 4 strings 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
dont breathe in - sorry cant help with ur problem
2006-11-15 06:43:00 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
eww....get it professionally cleaned.
2006-11-15 06:38:22 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋