Program Information

The clarinet is a popular instrument, offering many exciting musical opportunities. Whether you're a beginner or continuing your education, our certified educators are here to help. We provide private clarinet lessons through an engaging curriculum for students of all ages, from young children to adult beginners. Our unique approach ensures a fast and practical learning experience.

Each clarinet lesson is a one-on-one session with a teacher, available in 30, 45, or 60-minute increments. Parents are welcome to attend their child's lessons.

Goals

Our goal is to help students reach their highest musical potential through private lessons. We tailor our teaching methods to each student’s needs. Beginners start with basics like clarinet assembly, reed position, breath control, tone production, and finger placement. Intermediate students learn clear sound production, articulation, and a variety of tunes. Advanced students focus on long tones, scales, ornamentation, vibrato, and significant repertoire.

Our clarinet classes cover:

• Note reading and recognition
• Counting and rhythm reading
• Technique (scales, arpeggios, trills, dynamics)
• Sight reading
• Rudiments of theory
• Memorization
• Ear training

Repertoire

Choosing the right repertoire is key to musical development. We work on pieces in categories like etudes, solo works, concertos, variations, and short pieces. Students learn music from various eras.

Requirements

• No prior skills required; beginners are welcome
• You will need a clarinet and reeds
• Practice at home is essential for progress
• Stay excited about learning; motivated students learn faster

Important Facts & FAQs

• Recommended for students 7 years and older
• Less recommended for students 6 years and younger
• Beneficial for both children and adult learners
• Effective for learning technique, classical, and pop repertoire