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Clarinet

The clarinet, a single reed instrument in the woodwind family of instruments, has found a home in both classical and jazz music. Questions about clarinets, clarinet players, and clarinet music belong here.

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How old is a cg conn clarinet with serial number 424nb3015440L?

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I have 424N B336767L I suspect 424 # is low tunning instead 440 but I could be wrong is probably similar to yours very old I paid 20.00 before repading.

Do you blow into a woodwind instrument?

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You blow into the reed to make a sound...whether it's beautiful or not depends on how you blow. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- yes...apparently 'beautiful' would range from the sound a duck makes going into a meat grinder, and an angel's voice. oboes are...interesting. OBOES RULE THE WORLD, YOU JUST DON'T KNOW IT YET!!! -Myrl-

What year was the Buffet Crampton clarinet with serial number 8478 manufactured?

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; http://www.buffet-crampon.com/en/instruments.php ; ; Brand : Buffet Crampon ; Instrument : BC1193-2 ; Serial number : 32861 ; Year of manufacturing : 24/09/1999

Is the clarinet a easy instrument to teach yourself?

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Yes, for the most part. It depends on your teacher. Sight reading is the hardest part I think.

What is the lowest note on the B flat clarinet?

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Asked by SaxesAndClarinets

Concert Eb is F, G, A, Bb, C, D, E, F, (back down) E, D, C, Bb, A, G, F. The arpeggio is F, Bb, D, F.

Eb Major is Eb, F, G, Ab, Bb, C, D, Eb (back down) D, C, Bb, Ab, G, F. The arpeggio is Eb, G, Bb, Eb.

The lion sleeps tonight notes for the clarinet?

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Its played gababcbagbagaba dcbadcbagabagba

Q Shouldnt the lion sleep to night note be on a staff because I dont no the notes?

How do you play jesus loves me on the clarinet?

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geedegg, aa (high)caagg, geedegg,aagcedc

Jesus, loves me this I know, for the bible tells me so, they are weak but he is strong.

gega(high)c, geced, gega (high)c, aagcedc

Yes! Jesus loves me! Yes, Jesus loves me, Yes! Jesus loves me! For the bible tells me so.

Why is the clarinet called the clarinet?

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"Clarinet" actually comes from the French word, "clarionette", or "little trumpet". This has to do with the size of the clarinet as well as the sounds and tone of its higher notes.

What is the arpeggio for concert e flat on clarinet?

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For the the common Bb clarinet:

F A C.

An arpeggio consists of the first, third, fifth, notes of a scale, usually played ascending and then descending. The three notes of an arpeggio also make up a major triad. "Concert" means in the key of C, but the clarinet is in Bb, so first convert Eb in C to its counterpart in Bb, which is F.

The scale name is F Major, and the notes in the scale: F, G, A, Bb, C, D, E, . Taking the first, third, and fifth notes, it becomes: F, A, C. When playing this arpeggio, a musician would usually play (ascending) F, A, C, F, (descending) C, A, F.

What is a person who plays the clarinet called?

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adding -ist behind the instrument is just the general way of how things are done, for example people who play piano are called pianists, guitar players are guitarists, bass players are bassists etc.

How many different types of pie are there and can you name them all?

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I'm not sure how many types of pie there are exactly, as there is a lot and there are more and more that people keep making, but here are the ones I know of:

-Pecan

-Key lime

-Apple

-Pumpkin

-Blueberry

-Lemon Meringue

-Strawberry Rhubarb

-Banana Cream

-Boston Cream

-Walnut

-Cherry

-Blackberry

-Shoo fly pie

-Pineapple pie- is there such thing?

-Custard

-Mango

-Kumquat pie- don't know if there is such thing but I bet it would be good

-Mince Meat

-Chicken Pot Pie

-Sweet Potato Pie

That makes 20, but there is a LOT more, I know. If I find out anymore, I'll come back and edit this!

Can you use chapstick as cork grease for a clarinet?

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you need cork grease fora clarinet so when you try to put the pieces together it would be easier to put on

What size is a bass clarinet reed?

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Asked by Countrygirl97

it is really a matter of opinion, the situation, and your level of experiance. for example, I am a high school student that has been playing for six years. my favorite brand is vandoren. Rico are very good reed for beginners. the strength is situational. you want to use a heavier reed, prabably a 3 for marching band and jazz. for concert band, use a lighter reed like a 2 1/2. the lighter you go, the harder it is to produce a nice sound, but the easier it is to play. so as you become more experienced start experimenting with different reed strengths to see which you prefer. For marching, many prefer plastic reeds, for you do not have to keep them wet, and they do not freeze, but it it very hard to produce a quality sound on these, and they take a slight altering of play-style.

What is the best clarinet that the Selmer Company makes?

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Selmer, Accent, Yamaha those are just a few but there are many more out there. -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

As the previous person who replied stated, this question could have many answers, depending on who you are speaking to.

However, I have played about ten different Buffet clarinets and I've always found them to be slightly out of tune with the orchestra. Also, the left-handed F#/E and C#/B keys are made with generally faulty plastic tenons that have been known to break during performances . The best point of the Buffet-Crampon company is their push to adverstise everywhere.

Selmers are good, but I have had minimal experience with them. (I find their saxes much nicer than their clarinets.)

Probably the best producers of modern clarinets, for various musical purposes, is Leblanc. Leblanc has been making professional instruments for well over two-hundred fifty years, and their line of beauties continues still to be played by over two-thousand professional clarinetists in the USA. The F#/E and C#/B key tenons are made of metal, and only under extreme use or savage abuse have been known to break. They are always in tune, and their playability and tonal qualities are virtually unequaled. Even their student line clarinets, Vito, is much better than the student models of Buffet, such as the E11.

To add to all of this (by Taxijazz.com)... as a general rule of reference Buffet, LeBlanc, and Selmer might be considered "the best", but it depends upon which model within these brands, and it is also important to consider what you want the clarinet for, e.g. Buffet is better for ensemble, and Selmer may be prefered by a soloist--given that we are talking about pro models. Some jazz players might find an old hard rubber Conn to be their favorite, and for jazz players it might be noted that Benny Goodmans favorite clarinet was a Selmer Centered Tone, and Artie Shaw recorded in 1938 on a Conn 444. This opens a whole area for exploration because 'the best' clarinet for you may be an antique, and in that arena you might find an ancient Penzel-Mueller, an Evette & Schaeffer, or even a good metal clarinet that suits your needs. After you decide what the best clarinet is then you might want to ask what the best mouthpiece is, because that will make a big difference in how your clarinet performs.

It depends on whether you are in a concert band or a marching band. If you are in a concert band I would go with a Buffet. If you are in a marching band I would go with Yamaha. And the clarinet isn't the only important part. You also need to have good reeds to play with. I would suggest the Vandoren V12 or the Michel Laurie Premiums. If you are a beginer I would go with a 2 1/2 or a 3 Vandoren V12 or a 3 Michel Laurie Permium. Whatever you do, don't get Rico. I have found that they always break during performances and I have to fake it, and god forbid I have a solo because then I will embarass myself like never before. And also, instead of the regular ligature that will come with the clarinet ask for a Rovner Ligature instead. They tend to last longer and I never have the issue with them coming undone, unlike the normal ligature.

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Like the people above I have a different opinion. The best clarinet makers out there are yes Buffet, Leblanc, Yamaha, and Selmer. There is no "better" choice for brands. Clarinets of the same brand and model also vary greatly, so trying a lot of clarinets will generally get you a great clarinet.

Out of the four I went with Buffet. I bought a Buffet Tosca which I tried out of 12 clarinets. Some of them played amazingly, some were pretty good, but there was one that really sucked compared to the others. So the point is you HAVE TO TRY before you buy. Especially when we are talking about Buffet. Their clarinets have various inconsistencies. If your looking for something cheaper, the R13 is always a great buy. However, DO NOT GO WITH BUFFET IF YOU ARE GETTING A CHEAP PLASTIC CLARINET

Leblanc is a lot more consistent in the making of their clarinets. If you are looking for something in a tight budget, the Bliss line is a great buy. I've picked it up before and I can play at the level I'm used to playing my Tosca. It also has a warm, rich tone that you can usually only find in wooden instruments.

Yamaha's custom clarinet are VERY consistent. They have a rich tone and their keywork is very good. Out of 5 custom's I tried, they almost played identically. The price is also very reasonable for such a great clarinet.

I have not really tried Selmer clarinets but I hear they are okay. I haven't really met anyone who plays on one however, unless it was a cheap plastic one that doesn't play very well.

As for reeds, I disagree with the person above. The Rico Reserve, Rico Grand Concert Select Evolution, and Grand Concert Select Thick Blank and very good. But the Vandorens and Gonzalez reeds are also very nice.

As for ligatures, I absolutely HATE the leather ones like the Rovner. The sound produced is very muffled and I would much rather prefer a ligature like the Vandoren Optimum.

Well this is pretty much it, also as something else added, the mouthpiece is also very important.

Go with a Vandoren if you are starting out. Remember to always try the mouthpieces before you buy it. Even though they are machine made, there are still inconsistencies.

As you progress, you may want to switch to a hand crafted mouthpiece.

There are many great makers out there such as Brad Behn, Clark W Fobes, Walter Grabner, and Richard Hawkins.

Good luck!

-Jacob Williams

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The best ones I know are Noblet Leblanco because it has a really good case to carry around, has a rich tone, and very good quality.

Also the other best one is Yamaha. It has a good tone, good sound, awesome quality, and Yamaha is very easy to play than other brands. Because, they are easy to blow on, two they are more comfortable to blow on.

There are other brands but I recommend these two.

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I have a different opinion. Really, it all depends on you, but to me Leblanc Vito is the best for students but if you're a pro I'd go with Buffet.

Also, Mitchell Lurie reeds are the best (I believe they're a brand of Rico).

Leblanc Vito: Great sound, always in tune. Works well with Mitchell Lurie.

Buffet: Great sound, always in tune. Works well with Mitchell Lurie.

What is a bass clarinet?

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It looks like a hybrid of the Clarinet and A Saxophone.

U really dont want to know

How much is a 1959 wooden clarinet worth?

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If you mean what would a clarinet in 1950 compare in cost in today's dollar, look here:

http://www.bls.gov/data/inflation_calculator.htm

If you mean what is a 1950's clarinet worth today then the question becomes what make, model and in what condition?

Is the clarinet the easiest woodwind instrument to play?

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No, absolutely not. It's very, very hard to play in tune and with a good tone, and there are significant issues developing flexibility. If you're looking for easy, saxophone is often regarded as being one of the easiest wind instruments to pick up-I can't judge about strings/percussion. However, don't pick an instrument based on how easy it is to play; listen to a lot of good players of all the instruments, and pick the one that you feel sounds the best, or that you would enjoy playing the most. If you have a professional music educator who would be able to help you select an instrument based on your physical nature (mouth shape, hand size, et cetera), then that should guide you as well. Just remember that long practice goes by quickly if you enjoy playing your instrument, at least in my (admittedly limited) experience. Don't let how much you would or would not have to practice dissuade you from playing the instrument you love.

How many flutes are in a marching band?

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There is no set number. It can vary from 3 to 30.

Happy birthday music sheet for clarinet?

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the notes for happy birthday are g g g g d c g g g g d c g g f e d c c g g g g d c if youre playing a bflat clarinet

actually for clarinet it goes like this

ccdcfe

ccdcgf

ccagfed

bflat bflat afgf

What is an e sharp on the clarinet?

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This website has the answer. http://www.woodwind.org/clarinet/Study/FingeringCharts/bbfinger.html

Is the clarinet the highest woodwind instrument?

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Yes, a clarinet is a woodwind instrument. Although a lot of beginning model clarinets are made of a plastic resin, most intermediate and all professional models are made out of wood. Plus, clarinets use reeds, and most reeds are wood.

Is Baldwin Gibson music education clarinet a good clarinet?

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Well that depends......would it be my first choice, no. Would it be dead last, no. You might have problems finding parts. One of the biggest issues with instruments like this are the fact that the parts do not last or hold up well and when they break or become damaged you cannot fix, you must buy an entirely new instrument.

I would relate it to a car. Wouldn't you want to buy a car where parts are easy to obtain and if something breaks (which ALMOST always happens) you can obtain parts at a reasonable price?

At this same price level you can find a quality Used instrument that would serve you better. May not be as "shiny" but will last the test of time.

i have one and its good for starting but the valves eventualy get slow and sludgy so you have to clean the whole thing


A much better choice is to just purchase the "skittle trumpet". It's much better than the Gibson Baldwin and has much better performance. A great trumpet player named David Smith uses it, and he's one of the best performers I've ever heard.

Why two barrels in a clarinet case?

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Depending on your embouchure and temperature conditions, you may need to pull the mouthpiece/barrel in or out to adjust your pitch to the rest of the ensemble. The two barrels are slightly different lengths. The longer one is designed to be pretty much the 'correct' pitch when all the joints are fully seated. If you're sharp, you can pull out a bit to get flatter. If you're flat though you couldn't push in more, so the shorter one allows you to get a little more sharp.

How can you improve your tone on clarinet?

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Asked by Killer13553

I would suggest the best way to improve your tone would be to always try to sit with a correct posture ex. feet flat on the floor, back parallel to the chair. I would also say that you can improve it by adjusting your pitches for each note by rolling the flute inwards or outwards to fix the sharpness or flatness of a certain note.