The bass clarinet has a long history in modern jazz ... Not Todd Marcus - he aims for an even, sturdy, controlled tone all over the horn's range, taming the beast. (SOUNDBITE OF TODD MARCUS ...

“I think the audience will be fascinated by the great technical possibilities of the bass clarinet,” said Brotons. “It has a broad range and pleasant tone that is easy on the ears.

Bennie Maupin discusses his love affair with the bass clarinet. This story is part of our spotlight this month on musicians who play instruments tuned in the lower frequencies. This month we're ...

The nominated students represent a wide range of instruments, including flute, clarinet, bass clarinet, alto saxophone, tenor saxophone, baritone saxophone, trumpet, trombone, baritone ...

You've heard of the clarinet, you've heard of the bass clarinet. Well now meet their bigger, badder brother: the contrabass clarinet! The contrabass clarinet, also known as a pedal or elephant ...

For guitarist Louis Stein from the Montreal-based band Busty and the Bass, seeing those listener reactions while ... The band already incorporates a wide range of styles in their music, but going ...