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Author: Kate Morris
Date: 2004-02-25 18:59
I am keen to learn the Bb clarinet, but am not sure what make/model of clarinet to go for.
Are there any makes that are particularly suited to a beginner? From looking on the Internet I've identified Boosey and Hawkes, Buffet and Yamaha as having good reputations. Are there others I should consider and are there any models in particular I should look at.
Thanks,
Kate
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Author: Eric B.
Date: 2004-02-25 20:51
You can get a clarinet from any brand ( i prefer yamaha or selmer) every brand has different kinds this is hard to explain here is an example: I call to groth music and say that i want a Bb clarinet and then they say what brand in particular and i say yamaha and then they ask what level and i say beginners.So all brands make instruments for different skill levels. The only difference between a skilled level instrument and a beginner is the spacing between the keys or holes.I hope i explained it clearly enough.
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Author: Theboy_2
Date: 2004-02-25 21:28
Eric, what you said is not true. not every brand makes for beginners. and for a beginner a yamaha, selmer, and buffet is a good choice, but there are many good brands for beginners. Jupiter and Vito are big companies not adays. and difference between beginner, intermediate and professional models has nothing to do with spacing of keys, it's quality of plastic/reson/wood, quality of metal in the keys, quality of workmanship in making the instrument to name a few. i doubt many clarinets are going to have differently spaced out holes or each hole will then give out a different note. hope this helps.
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Author: d-oboe
Date: 2004-02-25 21:40
The thing with student instruments is that you have to know what to look for, as some are better than others. I find Yamaha to be the most dependable and sturdily built of the student models, and BuffetCrampon. In my personal opinion the other brands aren't really worth your money: they are cheap in price and cheap in quality. There just isn't a way around price, you get what you pay for. 150$ for a clarinet is like 150$ for a car. It'll get you around the block once; that's it. I'm not sure where you're from, but if you can, find a reputable music store that *specializes!!!!!* in woodwind instruments. (NOT A GENERAL MUSIC STORE)
Try renting a clarinet, or even two, perhaps, to see which one you like best, and then consider purchasing. I would also strongly recommend that you counsult a clarinet teacher, or at least your band teacher...someone who has some knowledge on the subject.
d-oboe
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Author: Dee
Date: 2004-02-28 11:55
You best bet is to stick to something made by anyone of the "Big Four" makers, which are Leblanc, Selmer, Buffet, and Yamaha. These companies make good quality instruments in a range of models from beginner through professional.
By the way, Vito is Leblanc's student model.
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Author: JfW
Date: 2004-03-03 13:58
I've personally never seen a "woodwind only" store. There can't be many as the demand just isn't there except in very dense population centers. Most of the money in selling musical equipment is made in guitars, amps, and speakers because every other '25 year old teenager' has asperations of putting together a garage band. It's more important to know something about what you are looking for than to assume that someone working retail will be both knowledgable and trustworthy, even in a woodwind specialty shop.
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Author: the new guy
Date: 2004-03-08 21:17
well if you live near montreal or quebec
http://www.twigg-musique.com/anglais/index_a.htm
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Author: Evelin
Date: 2004-03-25 22:48
Hi
I payed an alto saxophone for 6 years (buffet). Now, I want to star playing again but I want to play a clarinet.
I think a b-clarinet would be good to learn . What do you think about the c-clarinet? Which one is more close to a saxophone?
Can you suggest me a good intermediate clarinet brand???
Thanks
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Author: Rachelle
Date: 2004-08-15 03:45
I have a clarinet that I am trying to sell. It's a wooden Yamaha clarinet model 450 (I do believe so). I'm only asking $350-$400 for it. I only played it for a year and a half. It's practically in mint condition...case included of course. If you need a mouthpiece I have a premiere I'll sell you for $20 with it. If you are interested e-mail me and let me know. If not...Good Luck!!
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