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The Orchestra

The Orchestra: A User's Manual Clarinets

For Students 9th - 10th
A fantastic resource covering many aspects of the clarinet. Most explanations are made with video and audio clips of members of the Philharmonia Orchestra. Be sure to check out the players tips and tricks section.
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The Woodwind Fingering Guide: Clarinet Fingerings

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a complete fingering chart covering basic fingerings, alternate fingerings, trill fingerings, alternate low clarinet fingerings, and Oehler basic fingerings. The information is displayed in chart format with scale/notation provided.
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University of Michigan

University of Michigan: Instrument Encyclopedia: Clarinet

For Students 9th - 10th
This article, providing general information on the clarinet -- "a very popular woodwind instrument which originated in Islamic and Asian countries" -- includes an image of a clarinet, several references for reading and research, and a...
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University of Michigan

University of Michigan: Instrument Encyclopedia: Bass Clarinet

For Students 9th - 10th
The University of Michigan provides a brief article on the bass clarinet, which is "the lowest voiced member of the clarinet family." Includes references for further reading and research and links to information on the clarinet and...
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Other

Clarinet Reeds: Selection and Care

For Students 9th - 10th
If you are a clarinet player, this is an excellent site dealing with the selection and care of clarinet reeds. Topics covered are: recommended brands of reeds, reed strength, reed rotation, and reed holders.
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Dallas Symphony Orchestra

Dallas Symphony Orchestra Kids

For Students 3rd - 8th
This interactive site offers students resource for learning about composers, their works, the logistics of orchestra seating, the functions of different instruments, and the like.
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Dallas Symphony Orchestra

Dallas Symphony Orchestra Kids: Listening Library

For Students 3rd - 5th
At this resource listen to a selection of audio clips that feature the works of a full range of composers and a full orchestra of instruments. Scroll down an alphabetical list to find the composer or instrument you want, then choose the...
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PBS

Classics for Kids: Musical Instruments

For Students 3rd - 8th
An A-to-Z directory of all the instruments and tools of the orchestra. Each entry includes a description, a picture, and a sound sample.
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University of Michigan

University of Michigan: Instrument Encyclopedia: Saxophone

For Students 9th - 10th
The University of Michigan provides general information on the saxophone, a single-reed woodwind instrument, invented by Adolphe Sax. This resource also includes images and references for further reading and research.
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New York Times

New York Times: Crossword Puzzle: Musical Instruments

For Teachers 9th - 10th
An interactive and printable crossword puzzle developed by the New York Times Learning Network. The theme of this puzzle is Musical Instruments.
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Dallas Symphony Orchestra

Dallas Symphony Orchestra Kids: Contrabassoon

For Students 3rd - 5th
Learn about the contrabassoon, a member of the woodwind family of instruments. Use RealAudio or Windows Media Player to hear the contrabassoon.