scadesboi Posted December 5, 2006 Share Posted December 5, 2006 The only thing I've ever noticed is that a moustache can really irritate the upper lip and hurt. Otherwise, I've had a goatee since I started marching, no problem. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Bill Posted December 5, 2006 Share Posted December 5, 2006 Bottom line... Try it. Se what works best for YOU. I have known professional low brass players with both opinions. I have known upper brass players that have a problem with facial hair and trim out the mouthpiece circle. The only players that it ALWAYS makes a difference for are the female players... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King_ReMO Posted December 7, 2006 Share Posted December 7, 2006 (edited) I've had a pretty thick goatee for the past three years and I don't feel that it has affected my playing. (Euphonium, by the way.) I had to shave it for a few months last year via high school dress code rules, and it felt pretty similar to how I play. I guess it just affects people in different ways, or not at all. If my drum corps plans hold up, I'll have to shave again. My playing has changed a lot since high school, so we'll see how that goes. Edited December 7, 2006 by King_ReMO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BassClef8vb Posted December 7, 2006 Share Posted December 7, 2006 I've never had a problem with it. Have played with and with out it, only difference really has been is that when I have it, it wears away the plating on my mouthpiece faster Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimF-LowBari Posted December 7, 2006 Share Posted December 7, 2006 Only problem is if my moustache gets too long and curls into my lips. Not sure if it affects my playing but it's a bother and distraction. PS - A beard is great for cold parades. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Penn State Posted December 8, 2006 Share Posted December 8, 2006 Haven't shaved in a few days....The hair on my upper lip that was in contact with the mouthpiece has rubbed off...fun stuff :P Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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