General
Caring for your Shofar
- To remove odours
- Block mouth piece with tissue paper or a cork.
- Turn into a vertical position.
- Pour a mixture of Bicarbonate Soda into Horn opening , fill to top.
- Soak overnight.
- Rinse.
- Allow to dry in a inverted position over a peg or thin pole.
- Can also utilize a solution of Borax.
- Exterior Horn Surface
- Wipe down with a damp fibre cloth,
- Allow to dry, not in direct sunlight.
- Cleaning the Mouth Piece
- Utilise an earbud or a pipe cleaner dipped in Hydrogen Peroxide , do not force it in, apply gently.
- General Care
- Do not use any extreme chemicals.
- If not properly cared for your Shofar could , Split , Crack or scratch.
- Store in a cool dark place.
- Do not expose to direct sunlight or rain.
- A protective covering like a Shofar Bag is a good idea.
Shofar Safety
- Do not blow near babies.
- Do not blow near animals like Horses or Donkeys will spook them.
- With dogs hearing being 7 times more sensitive than ours also do not blow near them.
- Respect old people that would also get a fright.
- Also respect peoples hearing when blowing in close proximity.
- Be careful with the Bell ( Large open piece of the Shofar ) could have a rough edge, also could be easily damaged if dropped or bumped.
- If allowing others to blow your Shofar make sure you sanitize the mouthpiece regularly.
- Do not suck on the mouth piece could contain old saliva or Horn dust could cause a respiratory condition over time.
Sounding Your Shofar
- Point aperture / Bell to the heavens
- Blow utilizing the front or side of mouth
- Take note of angle of aperture /Bell that provides the best sound
- Relax lips
- Control acoustic with lips
- Form your lips around the rim
- Blowing your Shofar is an art not just simply blowing air through it
- Acoustic will either have a base or Treble sound, the large Kudu Shofars have more Base
Shofar Information
Shofar Detail
Mouth Piece Detail
Cell Phone Applications
To Download Applications access your Play Store on Cell phone.
