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Clarinet

The clarinet is a woodwind instrument in the single reed family. Generally clarinets have been called a woodwind instrument because they were historically made of wood. For several decades now, the clarinet has been available in a plastic or resonite composite form. This has made them more affordable and less effected by temperature.

Clarinets have many shapes, sizes, and range, or keys. The most popular is the soprano clarinet which plays in the key of B-flat. This is the clarinet that's seen in orchestras, dixie bands, concert bands, etc. The other clarinets made are named with regards to their note range, that is how low or how high they play and sound. Other clarinets include the sopranino E-flat clarinet, the E-flat Alto clarinet, the A-clarinet,the B-flat Bass clarinet, and the Contrabass clarinet which is pitched at either E-flat or B-flat.
The clarinet is descended from the European 'chalumeau' which was developed in the late 17th century. Over the years, physical keys were gradually added to the instrument and the clarinet has enjoyed it's current design for the last 40 years.

Sites in Clarinet

Jean Johnson's Clarinet Page
Clarinet and orchestral links, reed information, biography and resume.
Clarinet Examinations
Clarinet examination syllabuses from the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music. Recommended pieces for different levels of playing.
The Clarinet Center
Information on clarinets, accessories, repair, music and other aspects. Pictures, history, and contact details.
Information About the Clarinet
Short introduction to the clarinet and links.
Woodwind Fundamentals
By Victor Morosco. Teaches the fundamentals of head-position, embouchure, and training exercises for clarinet, saxophone and flute.
Castle Bass Clarinet Society
The Castle Bass Clarinet Society is dedicated to the promotion of the bass clarinet as a solo and chamber instrument.
Bass Clarinet World
Tips, jokes, marching band stories and experiences, and poems. Submit your own information.
The Clarinetland
Information on history, maintenance, technique, music theory, and famous clarinetists.
ET's Clarinet Studio
Expert articles covering clarinet playing, study, and general music.
Clarinet Pages
Organizations, classifieds, extensive databases and link lists, mailing list, tips, and equipment help.
The Klarinet Mailing List
Information on the Klarinet mailing list, a group for anyone with an interest in the clarinet. Subscription information and list archives.
Musical Resources
MIDI accompaniments for major works along with composer and work information. A-Level resources, midi files, compositions and links.
Online Clarinet Resource
Articles written by performers and teachers on the history of the clarinet, tips on playing, health, repertoire and sound recordings.
Brannen Woodwinds
Expert clarinet overhauls and customization, serving some of the world's finest clarinetists since 1960.
ABC Index
Clarinet and music links. Includes links to nearly all aspects of clarinet playing.

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Klarinette German : Klarinette
Clarinetto Italian : Clarinetto
クラリネット Japanese : クラリネット
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