Holding Devices
Holding up the bassoon for long periods of time with a small hand can cause pain. Holding devices are numerous and one should try as many as possible to find the right solution. A combination of several things might just be the answer!
Neck strap with or without balance hanger
Yoke strap
Harness
Seat strap with either hook, hook with swivel or bucket
Side chair strap (made by Christopher Weait called the “No Hands System) or bungee cord
Peg for end of the bassoon
There are many places to obtain holding devices. Just a few are: