Clarinet Masterclass
Clarinet Masterclass
Clarinet Masterclass
● Mouthpieces
○ Material
○ Vandoren
● Ligatures
○ Materials
● Clarinets
○ Wood vs. Plastic
More Equipment!
● Reeds
○ Vandoren
○ Sizes 2-4
○ Cane vs. Synthetic
● Reed care
○ Protection
○ Break-in
○ Organization
Bass/Contra Clarinets
Audition/Performance Tips!
Playing in front of people can be scary!
Tongue
Meat/Vegetarian
Substitute:
Position
AIR
Shell:
Embouchure
What Does a Good Taco Look Like?
Shell/Embouchure:
● Lower Lip In
● Top Teeth Anchor Veggies/Cheese/Tongue
● Corners In Position
● “Hee”
● Flat Chin
● High tongue
Meat/Meat Substitute/AIR: