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[contra-bae]

Wanted to show off an oddball from my collection, a Bb McIntyre system clarinet. These were patented by the McIntyre brothers in the 1950's and only a few thousand were made. The brothers owned and operated a music shop in Naugatuck, CT, and wanted to fix the "problem" of gretting over the break. They chose to redesign the entire upper stack by eliminating G#/Ab key and the A key. G#/Ab is played by the left hand ring finger, add the middle finger for A, then the pointer finger for Bb/A#. Pressing the thumb or F key will close the top tone holes. Consequentially, the system did not catch on, but having a functional horn in my posession makes good conversation and an excellent educational tool. Will get a video up soon!

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[contra-bae]

Contrabass clarinet sounds like a moose making sweet love to a fighter jet

[theclarinetcorner]

hey there, just wondering when you guys are going to be announcing the new admin, and if those of us who applied should be on the lookout for a message or email or something!

We’re currently reviewing our applications and you will hear back from us this week if you have moved onto the next round.

Lilio

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The Clarinet Corner is looking to add 2-3 new mods. Applicants must copy the form below, answer each question, and send it to the Clarinet Corner by June 8th, 2015 at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time. 

Please answer each question as completely and thoroughly as you can.

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7. What School/College/University will you be attending in the Fall?:

8. What academic year will you begin in the Fall?: 

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12. Current Clarinet(s) Set-Up Used (Instrument, mouthpiece, ligature, reeds)?:

[theclarinetcorner]

I just moved to NYC and I'm wanting to upgrade to a better insulated case. I've been using a Bam case but it not keeping my instruments warm, so I'm wondering if you have any suggestions. I've heard good things about the Marcus Bonna cases.

I personally don’t have a fancy case for my clarinet. I’ve just been using the case my Buffet came in. But I would think the Bam case would do a good job of protecting it, but I wouldn’t really know. I have also heard good things about the Marcus Bonna cases! I think it would be worth it to invest in it.Do you have a humidifier for your clarinet case?- Lindsey