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Carmine Campione: Noted teacher, professor of clarinet at the Cincinnati Conservatory, author and clarinet soloist. Past principal clarinetist (37 years) Cincinnati Symphony.

"[Forte'] is a serious contender, especially for the beginner. Your clarinet will eliminate so many of the early bug-a-boos that discourage youngsters and make them give up the clarinet. Things such as metal that doesn't easily bend, the bridge design off-setting potential problems, a good mouthpiece and ligature, the importance of the barrel, all things not found in most beginning clarinets."

Said the best aspects of Forte' are:

Intonation - quite good

Quality of metal Keys, Key Work and Mechanisms - excellent

Bridge Key (SOFAS) - Excellent ! Great idea and success.

Larger Register Key - good

Over-sized A Key - good concept

Quality Mouthpiece & Ligature - Finally! Thank You!! Will help students develop embouchure.

Adjustable Thumb Rest - Excellent.

Case - holds well, compact, and easy to transport.

Overall concept and Effort - Most noteworthy!