Articles related to "Clarinet"



How to Buy a Used Clarinet
Shopping for a used clarinet can either save money or be a repair headache. Here's what to look for in the quality and condition of a used student clarinet.
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So Many Clarinets for Sale, Which to Buy?
In choosing band instruments, weigh durability, craftsmanship, and tone to find the best clarinet : student clarinet, wooden clarinet, plastic clarinet, C or Bb clarinet.
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Clarinet Reeds What To Buy
Choosing the right kind of clarinet reed is important. This article explains the differences between reeds and how to choose the reed that will help you play your best!
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Fixing Sticky Clarinet Keys
A sticky key on a clarinet can be a big annoyance to any player. Luckily the most common reasons for sticky clarinet keys are easily fixed without a repair shop.
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Double Your Fun
Why do saxophonists need to learn other instruments?
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Understanding Wind Instruments
Pick up a trumpet or clarinet, put your lips on it and blow. Simple! In reality there is a lot more to it than that. Read on to learn how wind instruments make sounds.
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Woodwind Instruments-How They Work
Why is a sax a woodwind instrument when it is made of metal? This article will paint a simple and understandable picture of what makes up a woodwind instrument.
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Great Gifts For Beginner Musicians
When going shopping for Christmas think a moment about getting a gift that will encourage your young musican to practice and have more fun at the same time.
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Carl Maria von Weber
Brief biography of Carl Maria von Weber, best-known for founding the Romantic school of opera and famous for his opera Der Freischütz
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Introduction to the saxophone
An introduction to the saxophone.
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The Austin High Gang
The first main big personalities band that was formed in the early Chicago Scene
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A Hint of Sax
Some notes from a small section I found about the saxophone.
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A new arrival.
A new saxophone has been added to our saxophone family here at base camp - a sopranino!
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THE 1920s CHICAGO JAZZ SOUNDS
This article details on what happened to jazz in the 1920s and how it gave rise to the Big Band era in the 1930s
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the Woody Herman Exclusive
The article traces out the history of one of the greatest clarinet players, Woody Herman. The true nature of jazz talent and mastery.
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Siam Chamber Orchestra's Inaugural Concert
Mozart's Jupiter, Clarinet Concerto, Sinfonio Concertante and the Marriage of Figaro overture were a fitting first performance of the Siam Chamber Orchestra.
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Quartet for the End of Time
The "Quatuor pour la fin du Temps" uses elements that were close to Messiaen's heart: devout Catholic faith, birdsong, Eastern rhythms, and mysterious medieval modes.
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Aram Ilyich Khachaturian Biography
Life and major works of Armenian composer Aram Khachaturian, famous for Gayaneh, Sabre Dance and Spartacus.
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Jazz to the 1920s: First Players
The first main virtuosos of jazz that influenced the jazz evolution at various stages. The article tends to give an overview of the main players of early jazz scene...
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Respighi's Pines of Rome
The Pines of Rome is one of Respighi's most famous compositions, and with good reason. For anyone who thinks that classical music cannot be exciting, lend me your ears!
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Roaming around Mt. Monroe
The author reaches her penultimate peak while paying tribute to those who died in the 9/11 attacks.
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Special Sites for Those Instrumentalists!
Coming to the rescue...these links to help out the instrumental (band) director!
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Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Biography
Life and Works of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart - child prodigy, musical genius, and arguably, the greatest composer.
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Aaron Copland, Wild West Music
Brief biography of American composer and music teacher Aaron Copland, his film scores and works. Famous for ballet Appalachian Spring.
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Byron Plays Walker
Don Byron and a high-octane band perfectly replicated the sound of Junior Walker at the Ottawa Jazz Festival - and then some!
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Choosing A Musical Instrument
Choosing the right band instrument for your child should be based on more than just what your child wants to play. This article seeks to help you make the right decision.
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Holiday Flute Recordings
titles and sources for December holiday flute music
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Players of the 1920s
The shifting of the jazz scene to chicago led to the rise of many prominent players.
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Steve Reich Mini-Festival
The New England Conservatory hosted a mini-festival in Steve Reich's honor, attended by the composer himself and featuring the Boston premiere of the Daniel Variations.
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Versatility Helps
Versatility seems to be a hallmark of the consistently working songwriter. Here are a few examples and ideas that might inspire you to try something you didn't think you could do as a composer.
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Rus: Folk Musik Instruments - Part 1
History & description of Rus folk musical insruments. Learn about some unique and very interesting musical instruments.
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The Guitar As Second Fiddle
Pop music used the guitar a lot in the past, but recent tunes are putting other instruments out front in the mix. Here are some tips to keep the guitar in there and interesting, not just strumming the odd power chord.
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Berlioz's Symphonie Fantastique
From daydreams to nightmares, the vision of the beloved pervades all aspects of the protagonist's consciousness in Berlioz's Symphonie Fantastique.
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Grouping
How "grouping" can help with fast chromatic and diatonic passages.
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DeClutter Your Music
Decluttering your music space and home not only makes it more presentable, it can create more time and opportunities for musical pursuits through time saved, while increasing self-esteem in the process.
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Instrument Tuning and Intonation
Good musicians know how vital it is to play their instrument in tune, especially when playing as a part of an ensemble. Luckily, anyone can learn to play in tune.
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Musical Instruments- The Saxophone
In the mid 1800's a radically new musical instrument was invented. It was a strange hybrid of metal and wood, yet it had a sound that was said to mimic the human voice.
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Short Subjects: Laurel and Hardy's You're Darn Tootin' (1928)
An examination of Laurel and Hardy's relationship, with the world and each other, in one of their early silent comedies.
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What is a Concert Band?
While orchestras are still seen as the upper crust of music performance, concert bands make up the vast majority of performing ensembles in the U.S. Find out why here!
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Alone, Against the World
A small skinny kid finds ways to cope. A true story.
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Classical Music for Children
It's never too early to begin introducing children to Western Art music and several composers have created pieces with a younger audience's tastes expressly in mind.
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Contemporary Wedding Music Ideas
Contemporary wedding music, between wedding readings, is becoming more popular. Choose from top love songs, classic wedding songs and music from the movies.
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Faking It
Just because some musician stiffed you and didn't show up in the studio or you need a drum or other track for a song doesn't mean you have to do without. Here are a few ideas to get you past this little roadblock.
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Felix Mendelssohn's St Paul, Op.36
Felix Mendelssohn's oratorio St Paul, Op.36: facts, the cast, brief history and other Mendelssohn-related information.
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Fernando Ortega: Review
Fernando Ortega returns to his inspirational roots with "Shadow of Your Wings: Hymns and Sacred Songs," a stunner that drips with reverential recognition.
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Francis Poulenc of 'Les Six'
Brief biography of composer and pianist Francis Poulenc, of 'Les Six' ('The Six) group of French composers. Famous for ballet 'Les Biches' ('The Little Darlings.')
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Joseph Haydn's The Creation
Franz Joseph Haydn's oratorio The Creation: facts, the cast, brief history of The Creation, and other Haydn-related information.
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Leigh Nash: Blue on Blue
The upheaval might have undone a lesser artist, but Leigh Nash hung tough through Squint’s dissolution, & Sixpence’s final parting, hanging on to create "Blue on Blue."
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Love Jazz? Try This Theme Cruise
November 2007 departure on Holland America Westerdam cruise ship features straight-ahead jazz stars Ken Peplowski, Cyrus Chestnut, Dizzy Gillespie Big Band live
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Odessa/Havana
Klezmer king Dave Buchbinder and Cuban pianist Hilario Duran to meet under the aegis of the Ottawa Jazz Festival Nov. 26
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