Spectral analysis and comparison between Albert and Boehm system clarinets

This work seeks to quantitatively explore the frequency content of the B-flat Albert system clarinet, comparing it to the B-flat Boehm system clarinet. Comparisons between the two systems will provide insight into the differences in their behavior, and the resulting frequency spectra at various pitches will provide a visual representation of the tonal makeup. The clarinet has had numerous different keying systems throughout its history. Most modern clarinets utilize some form of the Boehm keying system. However, other keying systems have had significant cultural relevance in other styles of music. New Orleans style jazz primarily uses the Albert system due to claims that the Albert system clarinets have a sound “like singing.” The Albert system clarinet is severely undiscussed in academia, particularly from an acoustical focus, and this work seeks to be the starting point to filling a gap in literature.