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My clarinet won’t come apart! What should I do?
Chances are, if you’re reading this you’re in a bit of a dilemma – your clarinet is stuck together and won’t come apart! This is actually more common than you think, and here’s what you should do: Now that you’ve gotten your clarinet apart, here are some tips to help prevent this from happening again:
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Why is my mouthpiece green? (And other weird clarinet questions you’re too embarrassed to ask your teacher)
The clarinet is the coolest instrument around, but it does have some…peculiarities….to it. Here are a few explanations to your most embarrassing clarinet questions: (Disclaimer: These responses are crafted from a clarinetist’s point of view. Always seek advice from a medical professional when dealing with health, germs, and other areas beyond the scope of this classically trained clarinetist/blogger.) Why is my mouthpiece green? Most clarinet mouthpieces are made from either plastic or ebonite (hard rubber). Ebonite can oxidize, and this discoloration can be caused from exposure to sunlight, high temps, and even the type of soap you use to clean the mouthpiece. Read this article from Vandoren for more information.…