by Kristine Dizon | Jul 27, 2020 | Tips
Scales are an important part of the warm-up and of clarinet technique. Whether they are major, minor, or chromatic scales, they are an essential part of daily warmups and in achieving virtuosity through methodical practice. There are multiple benefits to mastering the...
by Kristine Dizon | Jul 20, 2020 | Tips
The clarinet is comprised of five parts from top to bottom: the mouthpiece, barrel, upper joint, lower joint, and bell. Each part is fitted and aligned to one another in this order by four cork-covered tenons that hold the five parts of the clarinet tightly together....
by Emily McIvor | Jul 14, 2020 | Tips
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...
by Kristine Dizon | Jul 6, 2020 | Tips
There are several preventive measures to avoid frequent visits to the repair technician as mentioned in the “Comprehensive Guide: How to Clean and Maintain a Clarinet.” Following these guidelines makes it possible to maintain the condition of your instrument. Even...
by Kristine Dizon | Jun 15, 2020 | Tips
There are a number of reasons why your clarinet might squeak, and it almost always seems to happen at the most inconvenient time. Whether it’s in the middle of a really important clarinet solo, your senior year recital, or even just in your own individual practice,...
by Kristine Dizon | Jun 8, 2020 | Tips
Trying to figure out what kinds of gifts to buy for the clarinetist in your life? There are several categories to consider when gift shopping for your clarinetist. The following is a guide on how to select gifts for any player. Basic Equipment Such As Reeds,...
by Lisa Canning | Jun 1, 2020 | Tips
The most essential and most fragile part of the clarinet is the reed. Reeds are made of cane, a plant similar to bamboo. (There are synthetic reeds available for purchase; the rest of this post addresses cane reeds.) Many different companies make and sell reeds, and...
by Lisa Canning | May 25, 2020 | Tips
Choosing a clarinet mouthpiece can be a difficult task. The selection process can be different for each player since every person has a different sound conception. Each person’s physical makeup is unique – different teeth and jaw structures, shape of oral cavities,...
by Lisa Canning | May 11, 2020 | Tips
As musicians, we always need to take preventive measures to make sure that our instruments are in top shape. Lack of clarinet care can often lead to larger and more expensive repairs that could have been prevented with individual care and maintenance. Proper care and...
by Lisa Canning | May 4, 2020 | Tips
For a beginner just picking up a clarinet for the first time, an intermediate player seeking improvement, or an advanced player looking for alternate fingering possibilities, a fingering chart is an essential resource to have available. The following guide starts on...
