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Woodwind Instruments
Woodwind instruments are any instruments which produce sound by moving air through or across an opening of the instrument. Questions about these instruments belong here.
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Where can I find sheet music for the Jeopardy theme song for saxophone?
G, C (high), G, C (low), G, C (high), G, C (high), E, D, C, B, A G, C (high), G, C (low), G, C (high), G, C (high), A, G, F, E, D C (low)
Whats the name of that saxophone theme song from the 80's?
Your might be thinking about "Lily Was Here". Guitarist Dave Stewart was famous for making music with his wife Annie Lennox in the Eurythmics. On "Lille Was Here" he teamed up with saxophonist Candy Dulfer. It is a great instrumental tune for the early 90's.
What size is a bass clarinet reed?
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?
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.
Oboe reeds last about three to ten weeks if you take care of them, but they do break very easily. Also, I'm pretty sure it depends on the brand and hardness of the reed.
Oboe reeds last only 6-10 hours if cared for properly (not chipped)
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?
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?
When was the oboe first used in the orchestra?
The first saxophone was created by Antoine-Joseph (Adolphe) Sax in 1841. The first saxophone is what is commonly called a barri saxophone today. In the end there was 14 variations of a saxophone. Mr. Sax also created the baritone and the saxhorn that did not catch on to music. His orinal goal to replace orchestra instruments did not happen.
Happy birthday music sheet for clarinet?
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
There are no "jazz instruments."
You can find jazz pieces written for almost any instrument, including trumpets, saxophones, trombones, flutes, clarinets, piano, string bass, vocal parts, etc.
What is an e sharp on the clarinet?
This website has the answer. http://www.woodwind.org/clarinet/Study/FingeringCharts/bbfinger.html
It is in C. That is not to say that that is the easiest key to play in - that is probably G or D!
Is Baldwin Gibson music education clarinet a good clarinet?
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?
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.
What materials are used to make a clarinet?
Clarinet bodies are usually made of wood or plastic, although some have been made of hard rubber or metal. Recently, some clarinets have been made of wood powder and/or carbon fiber in resin. Professional level instruments almost always have bodies made of grenadilla wood. The keys are made of metal, and the pads are made of felt covered with fish bladder or a synthetic material. Student mouthpieces are usually plastic, while better mouthpieces are made of hard rubber
What are some Christmas note for alto saxophone?
Jingle Bells
BBB|BBB|BDGA|B -|CCCC|CBB|BAAB|AD|BBB|BBB|BDGA|B -|CCCC|CBB|DDCA|G
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We wish you a merry Christmas
G|CCDCB|AAA|DDEDC|BGG|EEFED|CAGG|ADB|C :|
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How do you do an eighth note on the clarinet?
Eighth notes are twice as fast as quarter notes, just as 1/8 is half of 1/4. So, you can fit two eighth notes in the place of a quarter note. Just try playing quarter notes, then play twice as fast, fitting two notes in the place of 1 quarter note.
The reed vibrates to make the sound. Your fingers placed on the keys control the pitch for the most part. Your throat and how you play also affect the sound.
The note that is being played on the saxophone is actually resonating in your voicebox.
The air goes from the mouthpiece through the neck into the saxophone body.
If you wish to learn how to play the saxophone it is highly recommended you get a saxophone teacher or get a good starting book.
There is also beginner music to get you started available online such as on andrewscottmusic.com
How many parts does a piccolo have?
hi the parts of the piccolo are quite simple actually they have the head which is the part that you blow into and you have middle part with notes on it and it is quite easy to put together so yer good luck with the rest of the the information
What is the difference between the Irish Scottish and Northumberland bagpipes?
The Northumbrian bagpipes are bellows driven and the Irish Uilleann pipes are also bellows drive as are the reinvented Scottish Lowland pipes (based on the Northumbrian pipe design but with the highland chanter). The "Scottish" bagpipes by which I presume you mean the Great Highland Bagpipes are powered via the mouth (the lungs). The Irish War pipes in modern terms is identical to the Scottish Great Highland bagpipe after attempts such as the Brian Boru version with different drones has fallen out of favour. In addition to the method of inflating the bag they differ in the drones, the keys and notes as well as whether they produce a continuous sound (GHB) or a more staccato sound (Northumbrian), the Uilleann can do both:- GHB - Open Chanter - Only 9 notes plus blowpipe and two tenor and one bass drones - continuous tune. Northumbrian - Closed Chanter 2 full octaves, 4 drones, metal keys from 7-17 Uilleann - Open chanter (can be blocked manually) 2 full octaves, 3 drones - Bass, Baritone, Tenor and 3 regulators with keys - Bass, Baritone, Tenor. Can be played as a "half set" without the regulators.
How much would a clarinet cost?
The clarinet ranges in price depending on what type of instrument you are looking at.
Student instruments start from around £200 / $400
Advanced Student Instruments are about £1000 / $2000
Professional Instruments start at around £2000 / $4000
There is not really an upper price limit other than "as much as you are prepared to spend"
How much is a Selmer London gold seal clarinet worth?
It depends on its condition, but there are a lot of Series 9s popping up on the Internet. That, combined with it being thought of as a 'jazz' clarinet as opposed to a 'classical' clarinet has been dropping their value. I've seen Bb sopranos (the 'regular' kind of clarinet) advertised for around $500. I've seen them advertised for $1500.
What is low A on the clarinet?
Low a on a b flat clarinet is a C plus two extra fingers at underneath
What are smoke on the water clarinet notes?
sry i cant find the sheet music, but here are the notes: g, b flat, high c, g, b flat, high d flat, c, g, b flat, c, b flat, g, g, g, g, f, d, f, d, b flat, a, b flat, g, g, g, f, d, f, g, g, b flat, a, g, high e, high d, high c, high e flat, high c, g, b flat, g, b flat, g, f, g, high e, high d, high c, high e flat, high c, 4 measure rest, high c, high c, high c, high c, g, b flat, high c, g, b flat, high d flat, high c, g, b flat, high c, b flat, g, 2 measure rest, g, b flat, high c, g b flat, high d flat, high c, g, b flat, high d, cc, c, d.
