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Journals of interest

The Clarinet

The Instrumentalist

Journal of the American Musical Instrument Society

Clarinet resources

Dr. Kornel Wolack, member of the Queens University DAN School faculty, has written two books on clarinet pedadogy and also a research introduction to the instrument:

Articulation types for clarinet
Embouchure drills for clarinet

The Cambridge Companion to the Clarinet by Colin J. Lawson (Editor) The Cambridge Companion to the Clarinet is a practical guide to the world of the clarinet. It offers students and performers a composite survey of the history and repertoire of the instrument from its origins to the present day, as well as practical guidance on teaching and performing. Special focus is made on the various members of the extensive clarinet family and specialist chapters provide advice on the mechanics of clarinet playing, the art of historical performance, contemporary techniques, and the clarinet in jazz. A chapter on the professional clarinettist introduces the world of the performing musician, while a survey of the clarinet on record provides the listener with a useful guide to the recording history of the instrument. Informed by the experience of distinguished performers and teachers, this book makes an essential and stimulating reference book for all clarinet enthusiasts.
Call Number: ML945 .C36 1995
The Clarinet by Eric Hoeprich The clarinet has a long and rich history as a solo, orchestral, and chamber musical instrument. In this broad-ranging account Eric Hoeprich, a performer, teacher, and expert on historical clarinets, explores its development, repertoire, and performance history. Looking at the antecedents of the clarinet, as well as such related instruments as the chalumeau, basset horn, alto clarinet, and bass clarinet, Hoeprich explains the use and development of the instrument in the Baroque age. The period from the late 1700s to Beethoven's early years is shown to have fostered ever wider distribution and use of the instrument, and a repertoire of increasing richness. The first half of the nineteenth century, a golden age for the clarinet, brought innovation in construction and great virtuosity in performance, while the following century and a half produced a surge in new works from many composers. The author also devotes a chapter to the role of the clarinet in bands, folk music, and jazz.  
Call Number: ML945 .H64 2008
The Clarinet by Jane Ellsworth (Editor); Julian Rushton (Contribution by); Eric Hoeprich (Contribution by); Albert Rice (Contribution by); Ingrid Pearson (Contribution by); David Schneider (Contribution by); Marie Sumner Lott (Contribution by); S. Frederick Starr (Contribution by)
Call Number: e-book
Published 2021. Offers unique perspectives on the clarinet's historical role in various styles, genres, and ensembles, from jazz and ethnic traditions to classical chamber music, concertos, opera, and symphony orchestras.With essays written by leading performer-scholars,
The Clarinet in the Classical Period by Albert R. Rice A comprehensive study of the clarinet in use through the classical period, 1760 to 1830, a period of intensive musical experimentation. The book provides a detailed review and analysis of construction, design, materials, and makers of clarinets. Rice also explores how clarinet construction andperformance practice developed in tandem with the musical styles of the period.
Call Number: ML945 .R52 2003
Clarinet Secrets by Michéle Gingras; Robert S. Spring (Foreword by)
Call Number: MT380 .G55 2006
Clarinet Secrets is a 52-week course of performance strategies for advanced clarinetists. This revised edition contains updated information on harmonics and other techniques, electronic music and equipment, expanded techniques for playing Klezmer music, and new and updated photos and diagrams.
The Early Clarinet by Colin J. Lawson This practical guide is intended for all clarinettists with a desire to investigate music of earlier periods. It contains practical help on both the aquisition and playing of historical clarinets, while players of modern instruments will find much advice on style, approach and techniques which combine to make up a well-grounded, period interpretation. The book presents and interprets evidence from primary sources and offers suggestions for further reading and investigation. Most importantly, a series of case studies which include the music of Handel, Mozart and Brahms helps recreate performances which will be as close as possible to the composer's original intention. As the early clarinet becomes increasingly popular worldwide, this guide, written by one of the foremost interpreters of early clarinet music, will ensure that players at all levels - professional, students or amateurs - are fully aware of historical considerations in their performance.
Call Number: ML945 .L39 2000 and ebook
Exploring Jazz Clarinet by Ollie Weston (Woodwind). This definitive book is designed for the intermediate clarinetist looking for an introduction to the world of jazz. Renowned jazz saxophonist Ollie Weston introduces key concepts step by step, explaining clearly and simply throughout, with the minimum of musical jargon. Improvisation is featured from the very beginning, with authentic live jazz trio recordings on the accompanying CD for you to play along with. Key subjects covered include: modes, swing playing, melodic development, the 2-5-1 progression, jazz blues progressions, pentatonic scales, jazz chord extensions, stylistic development, unique clarinet sounds and many more.
Call Number: MT382 .W47 2010
More Clarinet Secrets by Michele Gingras
Call Number: MT380 .G56 2011
Topics nclude technique, tone and intonation, musicianship, reeds and equipment, repertoire, musicians' health, and the music profession.
The Versatile Clarinet by Roger Heaton
Call Number: ML948 .V47 2006

Call Number Ranges for Clarinet

Solo clarinet
M70 - M74

Clarinet and piano
M248 - M252 (including transcriptions)

Clarinet duets
M288 - M289

Woodwind quintets (including clarinet)
M557

Clarinet and orchestra
M1024 - M1025 (ful score - piano reduction)

Bibliography/Repertoire lists
ML128 .C58

History/construction of the clarinet
ML945 - ML946

Techniques: studies and methods
MT380 - MT388

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Floorplan: Stauffer 2nd floor

Items are shelved alphabetically in author order within each subject class number. Class M (MUSIC) consists of 3 main sections:

M - Scores. Scores are shelved in 3 sections, by size: miniature (study scores), regular stacks and oversize.

ML - Books on music literature, history and criticism. The BIOGRAPHY/CRITICISM number for composers is ML410. Books are grouped in alphabetical order by the biographee/subject. e.g Bruckner ML410 .B88

MT - Books on Music Theory, Teaching/pedagogy or Technique for instrumental/vocal study