What is clarinet altissimo?

First things first! here’s a refresher of the three registers of the clarinet: Chalumeau (named for the clarinet’s predecessor) – low E to the throat tones. Clarion – above the middle break up to high C. Altissimo – above the upper break; above high C.

Where do you put your fingers on a clarinet?

Place the thumb under the thumbrest and the fingers on the three open tone holes (with ring keys). Thumb rest should place over the top thumb knuckle joint. Generally, the right thumb should place under the thumb rest to hold the clarinet up.

Why perfect the altissimo register of the clarinet?

To perfect the altissimo register so we don’t burst nearby eardrums or alarm any dogs in the nearby vicinity. The clarinet follows a logical fingering and keywork system. Once you’ve mastered crossing the break from the throat tone to the clarion register, all is fine and dandy until you start inching higher away from the staff.

What are alternate fingerings on the clarinet?

Some alternate fingerings are designed for fast passages, while others modify the tone, color, or pitch at normal and extreme dynamic levels. These fingerings apply to all sizes of Boehm-system clarinet unless specified otherwise.

What are the different fingerings for the Boehm-system clarinet?

These fingerings apply to all sizes of Boehm-system clarinet unless specified otherwise. There is also an alternate fingering chart for Boehm-system alto, bass, and contrabass clarinet, which includes additional alternate chalumeau and altissimo fingerings for those models.

What is the upper altissimo register?

Upper Altissimo Register: G6to A7 This fingering chart includes both basic fingerings and alternatives that are more appropriate in some passages. Some alternate fingerings are designed for fast passages, while others modify the tone, color, or pitch at normal and extreme dynamic levels.