The clarinet is a versatile and expressive woodwind instrument that has captivated musicians for centuries. Whether you’re drawn to its warm, rich tones in classical music, its smooth, jazzy sound…
Wind Instruments
Wind instruments, also known as aerophones, are musical instruments that produce sound primarily through the vibration of air. This category encompasses a wide variety of instruments, which can be classified into two main families: brass instruments and woodwind instruments.
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When you see a clarinet and a trumpet side by side, you might wonder: Are they part of the same family? Both are used in bands and orchestras, both produce…
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Many clarinetists have wondered: Can years of playing this instrument actually alter my facial structure? From the way we shape our embouchure to the hours spent practicing, the clarinet does influence our…
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Rare Wind Instrument Pieces Highlight Chamber Music Society’s Wolf Trap Program
by Madonnaby MadonnaThe Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center presented a unique program featuring wind instruments at Wolf Trap’s Barns on Sunday afternoon. This marks the final season with Wu Han as…