Category Archives: Clarinet Effects

Vibrato – when do I use it?

Look at vibrato as either on or off. Like a switch. Either play with vibrato and waver all notes in the piece of music (unless certain notes are stated otherwise in the music), or alternatively don’t use vibrato. The worst … Continue reading

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Vibrato – should it be flat or sharp?

Tha answer is both. When you waver the sound the correct tone should be changing from slightly sharp to slightly flat over the note. Getting this correct is a skill and there are various vibrato exercises that can be done … Continue reading

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Saxophone/Clarinet Vibrato – How?!

The best advice I can give you is to ask for my help during lessons and I’ll give you the necessary skills and exercises needed to take away and then master vibrato – however I’ve found a site that actually … Continue reading

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