38Thankyoufortakingthetimetoreadthispamphletontheartofsaxophonereed adjusting. I sincerely hope you have learned some techniques that will improveyour success, skill, and enjoyment as a saxophonist. I have included here the essenceof what I have learned in nearly 50 years of adjusting saxophone reeds. Remember,though, that I didnt learn to do this, at the skill level I now have attained, in a few days,or even a few weeks. Be patient, be persistent, and practice the techniques youvelearned here. The acquisition of the knowledge wont get you very far without dailyapplication, but that knowledge and application will make you a better saxophonist.IfIcanbeofassistancetoyouonyourreed-workingjourneyorhelpyoubetter understand any concepts put forth here, please dont hesitate to contact me atjcrotter@aol.com. I also amavailablefor master classes, clinics, seminars, or workshopson reed working orany other aspect of saxophone performance, as well as concertsand recitals.Bewell,practicediligentlyandlong,andmostofall,enjoyandembracetheincredible art of making music ona truly fabulous instrument. Of course, always do itwith a great reed!