I'd highly recommend 2 reeds such as these for any beginner clarinet because a higher number reed may produce the sweeter sound, but it's too difficult for a novice to learn with.

my daughter and her teacher both say that these are the worst reeds they have ever used

Teacher said these are very good reeds.

I'd highly recommend 2 reeds such as these for any beginner clarinet because a higher number reed may produce the sweeter sound, but it's too difficult for a novice to learn with.