Download or read book A methodical approach to learning and playing the historical clarinet and its usage in historical performance practice written by Evgeni Orkin and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2019-03-30 with total page 90 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This 'methodical introduction' by Evgeni Orkin is designed for players wishing to play and experiment with the historical clarinet. It contains a summarised history of the clarinets, fingering charts for 5-6 key, 7-14 key and late romantic instruments (such as the Ottensteiner), exercises and studies, which focus especially on the so-called problem zones of the historical clarinet, a repertoire guide as well as tips concerning the choice of instrument and the selection and preservation of materials, and further information, which should help to answer numerous questions of those curious to know more.