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The clarinet is a single-reed woodwind instrument. It has a cylindrical bore and a mouthpiece with a single reed. When the player blows air into the mouthpiece, the reed vibrates, creating sound. The clarinet family includes instruments of various sizes and pitches, with the B♭ clarinet being the most common. Other members include the E♭ clarinet, alto clarinet, bass clarinet, and contrabass clarinet.

The instrument's history traces back to the early 18th century, evolving from the chalumeau. The development of the clarinet is often attributed to Johann Christoph Denner. Its range is wide, encompassing a variety of tones from its low chalumeau register to its bright, penetrating clarion register. The clarinet is a versatile instrument, found in orchestras, concert bands, chamber music, jazz ensembles, and klezmer music. Its expressive capabilities allow for a wide dynamic range and a rich palette of tonal colors, making it a favorite among composers and performers. The fingering system for the clarinet can be complex, with different systems existing, notably the Boehm system.