How I Make A Bassoon Reed From GSP to Blank | Bassoon Reed Making

I really enjoyed this video. I am a 15 yr old bassoonist in 9th grade and i started making my own reeds about 5 months ago with the help of my private teacher. I sometimes forget to do certain steps in the process such as sanding the inside of the cane. Are there any general tips you have for beginner reedmakers?

Andrew HI!. Tell me please. When shaping mummies - do you heat the mandrel with fire? Do you hold a mummies over the steam? Or a mandrel over the steam?