Collection: Clarinet

The clarinet, developed in the late 17th century, is a woodwind instrument with a rich and versatile sound. It evolved from earlier single-reed instruments and underwent significant improvements by instrument makers such as Johann Christoph Denner. The clarinet gained prominence in the classical music world during the 18th and 19th centuries and became a standard orchestral instrument. Today, it is also utilized in jazz, klezmer, and various other musical genres, appreciated for its wide range and expressive qualities.