Believe it or not, how much mouthpiece you take in when playing clarinet can make a big difference in your sound! Whether you’re new to the clarinet or have been playing for years, it’s never a bad idea to examine (or re-examine) your embouchure to make sure you’re producing a top-quality sound. One aspect of this is how much of the mouthpiece is in your mouth when this plays. Why does this matter? If you take in less mouthpiece, this only allows a small portion of the reed to vibrate. This means your sound will most likely be thin and brittle. Conversely, if you take in too much mouthpiece, the…