Yes, in general terms, a ligature refers to something that binds or ties things together. Its usage can vary depending on the context, such as in medicine, typography, music, or linguistics.

First of all, be sure it is a clarinet ligature, not for Saxophone or bass/alto/E-flat soprano clarinet. Then, go to your local music store, band director and get a new one.

If you are talking about saxophones, the ligature is placed on the mouthpiece.

The ligature is the metal band on the clarinet's mouthpiece. It holds the reed in place.

The cast of Ligature - 2003 includes: Dominique Vergnon