Year: 2024
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Altissimo Articulation and Harmonics
in AltissimoAltissimo Tonguing, focusing on notes above high E. Debbie demonstrated alternate fingerings for F# and G, and used the concept of harmonics (partials) to explain why these fingerings make it easier to tongue scale passages. Originally recorded December 28, 2019. Read more
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Are You Using The Right Reed Strength?
in Gear“Better players use harder reeds” is a misconception. Factors to consider when choosing a reed strength include personal preference and mouthpiece characteristics. Read more
People/Orgs: Josh Goo -
Breathing Exercise to Improve Your Airflow
Saxophonist Simon Bates demonstrates a simple exercise you can do at home to improve your breath control and capacity. Read more
People/Orgs: Simon Bates -
Choosing Your First Recital Piece – advice for the Emerging clarinetist
in PerformanceEmbarking on your first recital is an exhilarating step in your musical journey, and the prospect of choosing that debut piece should be nothing short of empowering. The stage is set for you to showcase your unique artistry, and yes, you absolutely can do this! It’s not just about picking a piece; it’s about finding… Read more
People/Orgs: Marilyn FlemingTags: Emerging Clarinetist -
DIY Clarinet Maintenance
How to care for your clarinet between professional tune-ups, plus tips about a few simple problems you can diagnose and repair at home. My editorial opinion — I would prefer to use plumbers’ tape to tighten a cork rather than carpenter’s tape — the glue on the carpenter’s tape can cause problems. Read more
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Dr. Molly’s Tips for Effective Practice
During the month of September (2024), Dr. Molly Gebrian is posting a new practice tip each day. Here’s the playlist Read more
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Etude Series Training Videos
in RepertoireLooking for some help in learning some of the ‘standard’ clarinet etudes? Here are a few projects that work through complete books of etudes: Rose 32 Etudes from Callie Laughlin: link Rose 32 Etudes from Claire Grellier: link Rose 32 Etudes from Alexey Gorokholinsky: link Rose 40 Studies from Kathy Williams-DeVries: link Leon Lester 60… Read more
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How To Flutter Tongue on Clarinet – Baby-step by baby-step!
in ArticulationThe title says it all Read more
People/Orgs: Queen Reed -
How to harmonize a melody like a romantic composer
in TheoryKnowing how to add chromaticism in harmony is a tool every composer should be aware of. in this video we’ll be exploring a few different methods of doing so by harmonizing a simple melodic extract. Read more
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Improving Your Clarinet Sound — 3 Tips
in ToneDemonstrates techniques to enhance your sound quality, including proper clarinet resting position, playing with a flat chin, and finding the perfect angle. With examples Read more
People/Orgs: Gregory Agid