{"product_id":"odyssey-premiere-a-clarinet-outfit-ebony-body","title":"Odyssey Premiere 'A' Clarinet Outfit ~ Ebony Body ~ Double Case","description":"\u003cp\u003eThere is an inherent  difference in  timbre  between  the 'A'  clarinet  and the  'Bb'  clarinet. In  short, the 'A'  clarinet  is intended for pieces with sharp notes, while the  'Bb'  clarinet  is intended for pieces with  flat  notes. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eThe pitch of the two instruments differs by a semitone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eSince the 'A' clarinet possesses a deep, sonorous sound, it is used for quiet pieces, whilst the 'Bb' clarinet has a bright sound and is used for dances and stirring pieces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e The composer specifies which clarinet is to be used, and t\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003ehe musical score reveals that the 'A' clarinet plays three sharp notes. Playing pieces in the key of A major using an 'A' clarinet is straightforward, as the instrument's basic scale is A, with these three sharp notes. It is also easy to play pieces in D major (which has two sharp notes) and E major (which has four sharp notes) on the instrument, as these include only a single flat note or single sharp note on the clarinet score. Conversely, since the 'Bb' clarinet starts out with two flat notes already, it is good for playing pieces that include several flat notes, as indicated by the 'b' on the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eleft hand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e side of the score.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134233117\":true,\"134233118\":true}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eIn short, the 'A' clarinet is intended for pieces with sharp notes, while the 'Bb' clarinet is intended for pieces with flat notes. Although it is a little hard to imagine, as a result of this \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eclarinetists\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e take to the stage with both an 'A' clarinet and a 'Bb' clarinet, and switch between them to suit the different pieces they play.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134233117\":true,\"134233118\":true,\"335559739\":180}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eAll models in the Odyssey range of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003ehigh quality\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e brass band and orchestral instruments have been meticulously designed down to the finest details by Peter Pollard. It’s hardly surprising that, with over 50 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eyears experience\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e and having listened to the ‘wants’ of countless \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003ehigh profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e musicians, this master craftsman is one of the most sought after custom brass and woodwind builders in the world. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"335559738\":40}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"335559738\":40}'\u003eThe Odyssey Premiere 'A' Clarinet is a favourite with musicians and teachers around the world and has been designed by Peter Pollard to be easy blowing, with great tonality and exceptional playability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eThe response and intonation are based on the expectations of teachers and experienced players. Materials have been carefully chosen to enhance the sound and playability of the instrument and the highest quality European pads and springs are used. For the more advanced student the OCL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e3500A \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eEbony bodied Clarinet, comparable to instruments a class above, offers a wide tonal sound –  richer and warmer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props=\"{}\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eAs a company producing some of the world’s finest \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003ebrasswind\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e instruments, Odyssey \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003erecognise\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e the fact that protection whilst travelling with a delicate instrument is paramount. To ensure players can maintain a high standard with this instrument, Odyssey has included gloves, cleaning cloth and cork grease. A \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eZero-gravity ‘backpack’ hard foam canvas covered, plush lined, double case with shoulder \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003estraps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eto\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e carry the Odyssey OCL3500A, with space for a second instrument (OCL500 Odyssey Premiere 'Bb' ebony body Clarinet recommended),\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003etakes all the worry out of commuting with such a delicate instruments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134233117\":true,\"134233118\":true,\"201341983\":2,\"335559739\":375,\"335559740\":360}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e• Imported Ebony body\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e• Tenon rings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e• Adjustable thumb rest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e• Mouthpiece and cap\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e• BG – L4SR Super Revelation Ligature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e• High quality Italian pads\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e• Steel rods and screws\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e• Silver plated key work\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e• Zero-gravity ‘backpack’ hard foam, plush lined, canvas covered double instrument case with shoulder straps \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e• Accessories: Gloves, cleaning cloth, cork grease\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props=\"{}\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTaking proper care of your instrument will also help you produce the best sound quality possible, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e recommend Odyssey and Ultra-Pure brand accessories.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props=\"{}\"\u003eOdyssey Brasswind is designed and created by UK Master Craftsman \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jhs.co.uk\/pages\/peter-pollard-odyssey-brasswind-designer\" title=\"Peter Pollard - Odyssey Brasswind designer\"\u003ePeter Pollard\u003c\/a\u003e and the UK Odyssey design team.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Odyssey","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50460312535358,"sku":"OCL3500A","price":2702.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/1396\/9982\/files\/OCL3500A.jpg?v=1727664070","url":"https:\/\/themusiciansclub.net\/en-ca\/products\/odyssey-premiere-a-clarinet-outfit-ebony-body","provider":"The Musicians Club","version":"1.0","type":"link"}