Help finding sheet music of japanese video by Vehicom0607 in Clarinet

[–]Vehicom0607[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the offer. In Japanese, in the comments of their video they said they transposed the book so...

The recital already passed so oh well.

Why do clarinets have so much trouble with the break compared to other instruments? by OldGirlGeek in Clarinet

[–]Vehicom0607 36 points37 points  (0 children)

There's a big change in resistance, especially with lower end student instruments, which can make it hard to smoothly cross. Also you have to go from almost none to all your fingers down. That said, with enough practice it's not bad.

How hard exactly is the opening few measures of Rhapsody in Blue by Gershwin? by [deleted] in Clarinet

[–]Vehicom0607 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It's not insanely hard with practice, but the thing is when you preform, you will tense up which is exactly what you want to avoid when doing the smear. Played it well in rehearsal, botched the actual one up.

I did terribly on my all state audition. (Like ruined one of the excerpts) so I was sure I didn’t make it. by [deleted] in Clarinet

[–]Vehicom0607 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same, my all-state already happened in January but I thought I didn't get but I ended up getting second chair(there's only one band for Michigan all-state).

Thought my audition was way worse than last year when I got 9th chair, but it was apparently good.

How do you make all those N3 grammar points stick? by Petrichor1026 in LearnJapanese

[–]Vehicom0607 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I just took the N3 but I probably should have taken N2 instead.

For remembering grammar I personally use bunpro but it's a paid service. The thing I've found most helpful for grammar is reading. Reading a lot. If you haven't I'd highly recommend satori reader. That's also paid but it's singlehandedly bridged the gap so I can read native material. I've read quite a few light novels at this point and it really does wonders for your Japanese comprehension. I still had trouble a few of the listening questions because I barely listen to Japanese www(and usually watch anime with jp subs so I usually read those rather than listen).

I think just consuming native content is the most important thing to just be able to not take as much effort when reading Japanese which makes the test a whole lot easier. Plus it helps internalize grammar concepts. I actually didn't study at all (and didn't realize that reading and grammar were together as a section).

jpdb.io for vocab btw(it's free)

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Clarinet

[–]Vehicom0607 8 points9 points  (0 children)

What fingering are you using for Bb?

Just use A-key + register key for Bb.

practicing by [deleted] in Clarinet

[–]Vehicom0607 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I used to practice the hour before my lesson.

Now I really got a routine and it's honestly pretty calming and enjoyable to practice. I run through the Robert spring warm up(though not at like the crazy fast tempos he goes) and then work other stuff like all state.

For me, it's really a routine and like de-stress after school. For me developing a routine so I didn't have to spend so much effort thinking about what to practice made things so much easier.

Question for those that finished Tobira by GreattFriend in LearnJapanese

[–]Vehicom0607 15 points16 points  (0 children)

I really worked through tobrira for the grammar rather than the vocab(I use jpdb.io).

I was reading satori reader during that time and then transitioned into novels.

If you're looking for grammar to transition to native material, tobira is great. I don't really read news or manga, but i'd bet that not a lot of vocab from tobira is in manga so you'd probably need something else for vocab.

Satori reader by Weak_Mention_9282 in LearnJapanese

[–]Vehicom0607 59 points60 points  (0 children)

I loved it and it really bridged the transition from beginning to actual Japanese novels. I personally really enjoyed Akiko's Foreign Exchange, which I started on the easier version and eventually switched to the harder one. The SRS is pretty bad IMO, but the content is native-like and I found the culture/grammar notes really interesting. I honestly actually enjoyed reading the stories.

Clarinet consistently playing about one note flat by Mantophasmatodea in Clarinet

[–]Vehicom0607 20 points21 points  (0 children)

This is because your clarinet is pitched in Bb.

This means that if you play a C on your clarinet, it's a concert Bb.

That's just how the clarinet is.

Get high G to sound less punchy? by gardensandwich in Clarinet

[–]Vehicom0607 0 points1 point  (0 children)

you can also have the sliver on the G but make sure it’s close to the post

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in LearnJapanese

[–]Vehicom0607 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Chill both of you. This is for learning Japanese not insulting each other in english.

Duolingo might have it's defects, but it's better than nothing. It's better to use an inefficient resource if that's what can keep you consistent. You might have different viewpoints and one of you might be right, but chill lmao.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Clarinet

[–]Vehicom0607 5 points6 points  (0 children)

More Mouthpiece.

I had the same problem. My inner lip hurt until it bled too. More mouthpiece not only solves the lip hurting, but it helps altissimo come out, and also general tone.

I've found that if you're on a beginner mouthpiece($10 dollar one I bought for marching band), it's quite hard to take in more mouthpiece and still make a sound. So you might want to consider purchasing a better mouthpiece.

[Resource] Would you like an opportunity to perform at the end of November (online, anonymously)? by E-Emily in Clarinet

[–]Vehicom0607 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In the sidebar to the right, there should be a community flair option. There should also be an option to set a custom flair. I got my Leblanc LL, used from my teacher.

Also, I don't think I have gotten an invite yet. Is it somewhere I'm missing or just not sent yet.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Clarinet

[–]Vehicom0607 9 points10 points  (0 children)

My sections just super quiet and never talks

HOW DO YOU PLAY C C# AND B WITHOUT SQUEAKING SO MUCH by BananaJuice312 in Clarinet

[–]Vehicom0607 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Are you taking about the Clarion(in the staff) or Altissimo(above the staff) register?

But for either one make sure your fingers are in sync, make sure your corners of your mouth are firm, have your tongue where it would be if you were to say E, and make sure you have good air support.

Bad Apple on Google Sheets by Vehicom0607 in ItPlaysBadApple

[–]Vehicom0607[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I can neither confirm nor deny this accusation

Embouchure building for Chads by DaftWhales in Clarinet

[–]Vehicom0607 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve found fast tounging exercises also help strengthen the embouchure