What is a wood clarinet?

A wood clarinet is a wind instrument in the clarinet family. It is made of wood, usually African Blackwood or Grenadilla, and is composed of five pieces: the barrel, the upper and lower joints, the bell and the mouthpiece. The wood clarinet has a warm and mellow sound, making it a popular choice for classical music. It is also used in jazz, folk and other genres. The wood clarinet is widely used by professional musicians due to its tonal quality and richness of sound.