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Clarinet

July 9, 2022

clarinet

clar-i-net /  klăr-ə-nĕt

noun 1. a woodwind musical instrument with a single-reed mouthpiece that is played by using finger holes and keys Beauty and fullness of tone can be achieved by having the whole orchestra play with high clarinets and a carefully selected number of piccolos.  Gustav Mahler, 1860 - 1911
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