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A metronome is a tool used by musicians to stay on time with the music while playing. The device is measured in beats per minute (bpm). Digital metronomes may be sold and there are also apps that can be installed for free on many devices. The tempo is set on the metronome and the job of the musician is to play the music in time with each click sound.

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The clarinet can also play pop music. The Beatles is an example and "Here Comes the Sun" is commonly played on the instrument. The tone of the clarinet is considered to be suitable for pop music.

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Famous players include Arrington de Dionyso and Yoann Boucher. These musicians are known for the clarinet and their skills in the instrument.

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Swabs are to be purchased for the clarinet to remove moisture after playing. Leaving moisture in the instrument can lead to the pads on the instrument being destroyed due to the lack of proper care. The pads on the instrument may not be able to close properly or they can come off of the instrument, causing a lack of proper sound production or the instrument not working in general.

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Cork grease is another component needed to take care of the instrument. The tube of the product is to be applied directly onto the cork to allow an easier assembly of the instrument. This allows a gentler way of putting the pieces of the clarinet together without damaging the keys of the instrument.

Cork is known for being an important part of the clarinet. The cork plays a key role in the assembly of the instrument, as it holds the upper and lower joints, mouthpiece, barrel, and bell together. Joints may become tight, so cork grease is to be applied to make the assembly of the instrument easier. Using cork grease every day has been shown to damage the cork over time. It is recommended to only use cork grease when the joints of the clarinet are tight and difficult to put together. Check the cork occasionally to examine if it should be replaced. A sign of needing new cork is when being overly soft in texture or tearing from the clarinet.

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A tuner is used to ensure the instrument is in the correct pitch. If the instrument is too sharp or too flat, that can cause the music to sound off. In an ensemble, tuning is done prior to rehearsing to make sure the music is being played correctly. Tuning apps are ways to access this resource and may be installed on a device. When tuning, adjust to the correct pitch to make sure the instrument is in tune. The musician themselves may also be able to tell if the instrument is out of tune if there are sound waves being created while playing with others.

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Clarinets can play as quietly as ppp or as loud as fff, but instruments such as the saxophone or brass can play louder than fff. Articulation is able to be played, whether it is legato or staccato. Legato consists of a smooth and connected sound and staccato is very short.

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B flat clarinets are the recommended model of the instrument to begin learning to play on. Plastic clarinets are suggested by professionals when starting to learn due to being less in cost compared to wooden clarinets and easier to stay in tune.

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The clarinet should be held at a 45-degree angle and the musician should keep a straight back and their chin up while playing to ensure good air support. When the musician begins playing, cheeks are to stay tight so the sound can be produced at a better quality. The use of the diaphragm is how proper air support is produced. More air is taken in while using the diaphragm to allow longer durations of playing before taking a breath in the music.