The body of the clarinet is constructed from wood, traditionally grendilla wood from [[Africa]], [[Asia]] or [[South America]], or from modern resins. This wood is very hard and holds a high polish well.
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The body of the clarinet is constructed from wood, traditionally grendilla wood from [[Africa]], [[Asia]] or [[South America]], or from modern resins. This wood is very hard and holds a high polish well. However, some cheap clarinets are made out of plastic, particularly those used by students learning to play in school.