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Clarinet
Midterm
30
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Undergraduate 2
10/18/2013

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Term
What is the range for a Bb Clarinet?
Definition
E3-C7
Term
How many instruments make up the clarinet family?
Definition
6
Term
Name the transposition for Eb Clarinet.
Definition
Minor 3rd up
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Name the transposition for Bb Clarinet
Definition
Major 2nd lower
Term
Name the transposition for A Clarinet
Definition
Minor 3rd lower
Term
Name the transposition for Eb Alto Clarinet
Definition
Major 6th lower
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Name the transposition for Bb Bass Clarinet
Definition
Octave and major 2nd lower
Term
Name the transposition for Eb Contra Alto Clarinet
Definition
Octave and major 6th lower
Term
Name the transposition for Bb Contra Bass Clarinet
Definition
2 octaves and major 2nd lower
Term
How do you fix intonation on a Bb clarinet if it is sharp?
Definition
Start with barrel, then upper joint, then bell.
Term
With which notes should the right hand be down to improve intonation?
Definition
G, G#, A, A#/Bb
Term
Where would you first try to fix tuning on a Bass Clarinet?
Definition
In the neck
Term
What are the pros and cons of the Leger reed?
Definition
Pros: lasts forever, consistent in different climates, no need for soaking.
Cons: not good quality sound, more expensive
Term
What strength of reed should beginners use?
Definition
2-2.5
Term
What is the open part of the mouthpiece called?
Definition
The window
Term
Name the brands of Clarinets
Definition
Buffett, Yamaha, Selmer, Le Blanc
Term
What materials can a clarinet be made of?
Definition
Wood or plastic
Term
How often should you take a Clarinet to a shop?
Definition
Once a year
Term
What is done to a clarinet at the shop?
Definition
Oiled, pads checked.
Term
Besides physically lengthening the instrument, what else could you do to improve intonation when sharp?
Definition
Lower reed, loosen embeture, or use a softer reed.
Term
How can you fix intonation if you are flat?
Definition
Tighten embeture, raise the reed, use a harder reed.
Term
Name the brands of mouthpieces.
Definition
Vandoren
Clark W. Fobes-Debut
Term
What is the model number for the preferred Vandoren mouthpiece?
Definition
B40
Term
Name the brands of reeds.
Definition
Vandoren, Rico, Gonzalez, Legere
Term
What is unique about the Gonzalez brand?
Definition
Quarter sizes. (2, 2 1/4, 2 1/2, 2 3/4, 3, etc.)
Term
Where do cracks usually occur?
Definition
In the upper joint
Term
What is a good instruction book to recommend?
Definition
Klose
Term
What is a good age at which to start playing the clarinet?
Definition
9
Term
Which Clarinet requires no transposition?
Definition
C Soprano
Term
What are the three registers of the clarinet?
Definition
Chalumeou, throat, high
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