Perfect , clarinet embouchure. (I'm too flat!)?

Question:So I'm really flat. My high E is a B on my chromatic tuner(which is suppose to be D?) etc. Nothing hits the green spot LOL.(well rarely). The best method I found was too prepare how to day the word "wheetoo" and it worked pretty well.(it was the closest) Eh is there another way?
Another thing, is there a way to make my fingers less stiff when playing? Happens to me sometimes.:(

thanks

Best Answer - Chosen by Asker: So I'm really flat. My high E is a B on my chromatic tuner(which is suppose to be D?) etc. Nothing hits the green spot LOL.(well rarely). The best method I found was too prepare how to day the word "wheetoo" and it worked pretty well.(it was the closest) Eh is there another way?
Another thing, is there a way to make my fingers less stiff when playing? Happens to me sometimes.:(

thanks

It could be that your embrochure is too lose or the instrument is cold. As Mariam said, if your clarinet came with two barrels, try the shorter of the two. Another simple fix, specifically in the upper register, would be to make sure you are hitting the Ab/Eb right pinky key. If you don't make sure to use it in that register, you will go flat. I used to avoid using it too, but it really is important.

It could also be the mouthpiece you have. Different mouthpieces have different structures (as odd as it seems) which can really have an impact on whether you get sharp or flat. Take your clarinet into a store that carries mouthpieces (not all shops will - call first) and try out a few with your tuner to find one that's more consistent. If it's a rental/school clarinet, you could even ask your teacher if they have a few you could compare.

As for your fingers, make sure you're warm, and simply practice playing with very smooth motion. As monotonous as it sounds, whether it's a piece you're working on, scales, or random notes, practice playing smoothly and your fingers will get used to playing smoothly. It will especially make for a beautiful sound when you play slower pieces because they won't sound as rigid.

Good luck and happy playing!

That's WAY off. Are you playing a Bflat clarinet (not an A clarinet)?!
Warming up your horn, if it is cold, will help raise the pitch. Taking it apart in half and putting the pieces under your arms warms it, plus blowing hot air through it (not playing, just blowing).
Try a harder reed (go up in the number). How old is the one you're using?
Is your tuner accurate? maybe you should test it against a pitch you are certain is reliable (another tuner)?
They make shorter barrels, too, if you are up to that level of financial investment...
Good luck

what model clarinet do you play? maybe you should check out a new one...

I think you should either tighten up your embouchure or get a new reed. If you are really flat should get a harder reed.