Clarinets are wind instruments, which means they make sound when air (wind) is blown over or across something to cause vibrations. Air is therefore a large component of clarinet sound, and how the air is produced and used affects sound quality and tuning. There is a certain amount of air pressure required just to get […]
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When you purchase a clarinet, you need to be sure you will be able to protect it, which usually means purchasing a case for it as well. But there are nearly as many types of cases available as there are clarinets. How do you choose one? For a beginner student, likely purchasing a plastic instrument, […]
Many people, when deciding whether to learn clarinet or saxophone, struggle to choose between them. There are several factors to consider when choosing an instrument to study: Is one harder than the other? Which kinds of music utilize this instrument regularly? Is it relatively simple to learn to play this instrument? How much does it […]