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	Bass Clarinet
		The bass clarinet is one of hte largest members of the clarinet family.
		The bass clarinet's range is three and one half octaves.
		The bass clarinet is about four feet long and plays notes one octave lower than regular clarinets.
	library.thinkquest.org /17321/data/bsclrnt.html (100 words)

	Bass Clarinet - LoveToKnow 1911
		The low pitch of the bass clarinet (8 ft. tone) contrasted with the moderate length of the instrument - whose bore measures only some 42 to 43 inches from mouthpiece to bell, whereas that of the bassoon, an instrument of the same pitch, is twice that length - is a puzzle to many.
		The Streitwolf bass clarinet was adopted in 1834 by the Prussian infantry as bass to the wood-wind.
		The bass clarinet in C made its first appearance in opera in 1836 in Meyerbeer's Huguenots, Act V., where in a fine passage the lower register of the instrument is displayed to advantage, and later in Dinorah (Le pardon de Ploermel).
	www.1911encyclopedia.org /Bass_Clarinet (836 words)

	Woodwind Section
		In the same manner, there are pairs of instruments such as the Oboe and the English Horn, the Clarinet and the Bass Clarinet, the Bassoon and the Contrabassoon, and all are members of the symphonic orchestra.
		The Bass Clarinet has a much longer tube than that of the regular Clarinet; the top and bottom of the instrument had to be bent so as to make it possible for the player to cope with its length.
		The upper end of the Bass Clarinet is curved backward and towards the player, and the lower part ends in an upturned large bell.
	www.hansjoo.com /wood_eng.htm (3854 words)

	Caltabiano: Clarinet Quartet
		Clarinet Quartet was written in 1998 for four ensembles: Thamyris (Atlanta), EARPLAY (San Francisco), Society for New Music (Syracuse), and Southwest Chamber Music (Los Angeles), funded by a consortium commission grant from Meet the Composer.
		As the clarinet transforms its melodic and harmonic palettes, it coaxes, cajoles, and entices the other players, sometimes succeeding at ensnaring them into its own world, but at other times rebuffed and put down by them.
		Even as the clarinet reaches its final goal near the end of the work, its relationship with the other players is not a reconciliation but an ambivalent détente.
	www.caltabiano.net /works/clarinet_quartet.html (241 words)

	Clarinet music :: sheet music :: bass clarinet :: clarinet choir
		A beginner clarinet has to fulfill a few different criteria – they have to be able to make a clarinet player sound good early to avoid the beginner giving up, but also have to be priced so that the new clarinetist is not put off by the price.
		The clarinet is a mellow woodwind instrument suited both to the symphony orchestra and the jazz ensemble.
		While not the lowest member of the clarinet family (that is the contrabass clarinet) the bass clarinet is the deeper voiced of the two regularly used clarinets (the other being the b flat clarinet).
	www.1st-clarinet-music.com (557 words)

	Clarinet Corner:Bass Clarinet - Basic Problems (Site not responding. Last check: )
		The basic bass clarinet embouchure is different in the dynamism employed, much looser in all ways, more relaxed, yet firm, and a much less resistant reed.
		The bass does not play the same as the regular clarinet especially in the upper register.
		The Bundy Resonite clarinet, (the cheap one) I believe incorporates this straightened curve somewhat, and that is what to look or to aim for.
	clarinet.cc /archives/2004/05/bass_clarinet_b.html (691 words)

	The bass clarinet
		Though it is really just a bigger version of the clarinet, the bass clarinet is for most purposes treated as a different instrument.
		The bass clarinet plays an octave lower than the rest of the clarinet family and because of the length of its tube it has a different shape.
		Joy Farrall has to play the bass clarinet quite a lot and she talks about its difference from its higher brothers.
	www.soundjunction.org /thebassclarinet.aspa?NodeID=97 (130 words)

	The Clarinet
		The sopranino clarinet is a popular member of the military band, where its high, shrill tone adds sharpness to the mellow sound of the other woodwind and brass instruments.
		The bass clarinet, larger than the alto clarinet and basset horn, is the lowest member of the clarinet family in general use.
		The earliest bass clarinets date from the end of the eighteenth century and were probably intended as wind band instruments.
	www.randomhouse.com /features/livingmusic/clarinet (584 words)

	HyperMusic -- Musical Instruments: Clarinet
		Clarinets are usually made of African flwood (grenadilla), but can also be made of ebonite or plastic.
		The most common clarinet is the soprano, usually pitched in Bb, but sometimes also in A or C. The alto clarinet is pitched lower in Eb.
		The bass clarinet is pitched an octave (eight notes) lower than the normal clarinet in Bb.
	www.hypermusic.ca /inst/clarinet.html (654 words)

	Contrabass Clarinet
		The contrabass clarinet is pitched in Bb, two octaves below the Bb soprano clarinet (one octave below the bass clarinet), with a range frequently extended downward to low D or C (the lowest Bb on the piano).
		It is pitched in between the Bb bass and the Bb contrabass instruments, with low range to Eb, D or C (concert Gb, F or Eb, an octave below the bass clef).
		The Eb contra is also popular because one can sight-transpose bass clef music (read the bass clef music by pretending its treble, while adjusting the key signature by removing 3 flats or adding 3 sharps or a combination).
	www.contrabass.com /pages/cbcl.html (660 words)

	SurfWax Archives: News, Reviews and Articles On Bass clarinet
		She said that she chose the contra bass clarinet over a year ago because no one else would play the instrument.
		At the end of the week, an assembly was held where several students read their poetry, accompanied by Todd Brunell on clarinet and bass clarinet, Robert Rivera on cello, and Rohan Khemani on percussion.
		But the musical lineup, which leans to bottom-heavy horns such as tuba and bass clarinet, and the group's demonstrative, jaunty style set up connections from ska to klezmer.
	news.surfwax.com /music/archives/Bass_clarinet.html (475 words)

	bass clarinet & baritone sax
		I`m my schools only bass clarinet playe and we have 2 bari`s in 7+8th grade.
		The barri sax is louder than the bass clarinet.
		The bass clarinet is me, the barri sax is one of my close guy-friends.
	www.8notes.com /f/26_153321.asp (304 words)

	bass clarinet
		The bass clarinet is held in front of the player, never to the side.
		Today, the lower register of the clarinet is referred to as the chalumeau register.
		Clarinets are usually made of ebonite, fl African flwood called grenadilla or plastic.
	schools.portnet.k12.ny.us /~dtedeschi/Bass_Clarinet.htm (370 words)

	Bass Clarinet, Woodwind Instrument
		This double reed fits into a tube at the top of the instrument and vibrates when air is forced between the two reeds.
		The bass clarinet is a larger and lower sounding relative of the clarinet.
		Like the clarinet, the bass clarinet is a single-reed instrument and is made of wood.
	www.dsokids.com /2001/dso.asp?PageID=159 (178 words)

	clarinet
		Clarinets are made of wood or molded plastic, and can be found in different sizes, each playing a different range of notes.
		play his clarinet, Zack blows into a single reed that is clipped to the mouthpiece at the upper end of the instrument.
		It is played in the same way as the standard clarinet, but because it is much longer, it has an endpin that slides out of the bottom of the instrument to help prop it up on the floor.
	www.playmusic.org /woodwinds/clarinet.html (217 words)

	eBay Guides - HOW TO BUY A BASS OR ALTO CLARINET
		Today the bass clarinet is used in both band and orchestra, but the alto clarinet, which was invented in the late 1800s, is used primarily as a band instrument.
		One word of warning: The main tube of the low C bass clarinet is longer and it is difficult for someone who is short to sit and play this instrument.
		The low register of both alto and bass clarinets is fairly easy to play, but it takes time and experience to correctly play the second register of both instruments.
	reviews.ebay.com /HOW-TO-BUY-A-BASS-OR-ALTO-CLARINET_W0QQugidZ10000000000721493 (1381 words)

	World Bass Clarinet Foundation main page
		We are saddened to announce the untimely death of Josef Horák on November 23rd in Germany at the age of 74.
		We have received a lot of questions regarding a second edition of the Convention, and we are happy to announce the board’s decision to plan the Second World Bass Clarinet Convention in 2008.
		In the meantime you could consider to become a member of the Foundation and be part of the Bass Clarinet community, receive the newsletter and benefit from special member priviliges.
	www.worldbassclarinet.com /convention.htm (192 words)

	Woodwinds - Clarinet and Bass Clarinet
		The bass clarinet was constructed by Gresner of Dresden in 1793.
		The improvements of the clarinet were also applied to the bass clarinet.
		The bass clarinet is 4 feet 6.25 inches long.
	www.mathcs.duq.edu /~iben/clarbass.htm (381 words)

	Category - Bass Clarinet
		Vito model 7182 contrabass clarinet is pitched one octave lower than the bass clarinet and is the true bass of the clarinet family.
		An excellent professional instrument, the 1183 Bass Clarinet is equally well suited for the concert band or the symphony orchestra.
		This bass clarinet is made of unstained grenadilla wood, has undercut tone holes, silver plated keys and a two part neck.
	www.interstatemusic.com /webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/CategoryDisplay?catalogId=10001&storeId=10051&langId=-1&categoryId=12993 (549 words)

	Bass Clarinet sheet music
		The popular theme of the 1st movement arranged for a smaller ensemble of flute, 3 clarinets and bass clarinet.
		Haydn: Fantasia: flute oboe clarinet bassoon or bass cl
		This arrangement is for Flute, Oboe, Clarinet and Bassoon.
	www.music-scores.com /bass%20clarinet/composer.php (441 words)

	Bass clarinet
		The Bass clarinet is a very nice member of the family pitched in B-flat, one octave below the soprano B-flat clarinet.
		Most basses descends to low E-flat (concert D-flat) but there are variants that descends to low C (concert B-flat).
		The left one of the two basses to the right is an E-flat version and the right one is the C version.
	hem.passagen.se /eriahl/bass.htm (244 words)

	Bass Clarinet Music
		It would be suitable for high school students and older who are coming from the clarinet to the bass clarinet and for current bass clarinetists who are searching for more information on how to become proficient on their instrument.
		One of the older bass clarinet solos in the repertoire.
		This book was originally developed to assist those with a bass clarinet to low C gain proficiency in the extended range and in bass clef.
	www.vcisinc.com /clarinetbassmusic.htm (2185 words)

	The Bass Clarinet Manual
		In order to be able to interpret contemporary music in the right way the bass clarinetist should master many different kinds of special effects and specific techniques.
		To meet some of the demand for this publication at shorter notice, as well as to serve the long waiting responsive Bass Clarinet enthusiasts, an intermediate edition has been released.
		Every effect is illustrated by excerpts of the most important bass clarinet works by composers as Boulez, Dao, Donatoni, Dusapin, Globokar, Miereanu, Xenakis, Yun (to name just a few).
	www.henribok.com /book.htm (433 words)

	Bass Clarinet Basics
		The bass clarinet was invented in the second half of the Eighteenth Century, and was originally used only in orchestras.
		By the 1920s, the bass clarinet was being used in bands, but usually doubled other parts or substituted when other bass-voiced instruments were unavailable.
		Since the 1950s, the bass clarinet has been treated more as a solo instrument, and in today's band literature often has a prominent role.
	bands.army.mil /masterclass/tusafb/jan2002/bc_basics.htm (644 words)

	Re: bass clarinet
		And we have 2 extended Bass Clarinets and 1 is graduating next year from Symphonic Band.
		We`re playing First Suite in E flat at my school and all the bass clarinet solos are accompanied by baritones, it really sets me off.
		I have played a bass clarinet and have had solo parts in the band...
	www.8notes.com /f/26_19493.asp?spage=5 (685 words)

	Trumpet Rising Bass Clarinet Moon
		Matt Lavelle is one of the bright lights in today's avant garde jazz scene, his trumpet and bass clarinet exploding with passionate spirit and unwavering intent.
		Lavelle plays bass clarinet on the piece and lets loose with urgent cries that hit the listener in the marrow.
		Trumpet Rising Bass Clarinet Moon is an excellent replica of Lavelle live and will surely inspire the listener to experience his gifts in person.
	www.allaboutjazz.com /php/article.php?id=15476 (393 words)

	ClarinetXpress - The Bass Clarinet Mouthpiece Page
		I played professionally in the Toledo Symphony for over ten years, and continue to perform on bass clarinet in recital and in “pick-up” orchestras in the Chicago area.
		My bass clarinet mouthpieces are played in professional groups of the highest quality in the U.S. and around the world.
		Bloom, renowned bass clarinetist with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, and I have formed a joint venture, to produce what we believe to be the finest world’s finest bass clarinet mouthpiece.
	www.clarinetxpress.com /bass.html (1853 words)

	JAMES GRANT - Concerto for Bass Clarinet and Strings
		As Bill became familiar with my music, he suggested the idea of my composing a concerto that would feature the bass clarinet, the “low” and oft-neglected auxiliary instrument in the orchestral clarinet section.
		Underscoring his commitment to new music and to living composers, Bill has commissioned Concerto for Bass Clarinet and Strings to perform this season with both the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra and the Milwaukee Chamber Orchestra.
		Throughout the piece, in true concerto fashion, the soloist explores the instrument’s capabilities while facing expressive and technical challenges not usually associated with the bass clarinet.
	www.jamesgrantmusic.com /BassClarinetists.htm (439 words)

	Bass Clarinet YCL-221
		The secret of this remarkable instrument is the fact that it has the same basic body specifications and tonehole designs as our pro model bass clarinets.
		This enhanced durability is especially important on a bass clarinet with its long key rods.
		The positioning and size of the register key tonehole was scientifically determined to give the most accurate intonation and strong tonal projection.
	www.yamaha.co.jp /english/product/winds/product/archive/ycl221/main.htm (410 words)

	Bass Clarinet Classifieds - Sheet Music & Recordings
		This new clarinet tuning method has over 60 pages of intonation facts, techniques and playing exercises for Bb and A soprano, Eb soprano, and BASS CLARINET.
		You get a 70 minute CD using rich clarinet sounds for practicing intonation characteristics along with a 35 minute Bonus CD with ensembles and orchestrated excerpts with which to play along.
		WANTED: I'm in grade 11 and am looking for Bass Clarinet music- perferably solo- that would be good for an intermediate player at competition.
	www.bassclarinet.org /classifieds/ad-mus.html (404 words)

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