Musical Role
The Bass Clarinet provides the "floor" for the woodwind section. They bridge the gap between the high woodwinds and the low brass. Their role is to add a dark, woody richness to the bass line, often doubling the tubas or bassoons to give the bottom end more punch.
The Lovable JokerÂ
The bass clarinet player has all the charm of the clarinet, the nerdiness and the drive but with an added level of "lovable joker" energy. They are the hilarious anchors of the woodwind family, bringing depth to the sound and a great sense of humor to the back of the section.
