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Instrument
Launch

These short videos will help you become familiar with your instrument. They show you the proper way of assembling and disassembling your instrument. They will also prepare you to play properly. Review as often as needed to keep your playing a positive experience.

Meet the Clarinet!  7 videos

Welcome to the clarinet! Christine Wolf will introduce you to the clarinet and why it's her favorite instrument.  She will explain a little of its history and how it's used in bands. 

Assemble the Clarinet

You will understand the parts of the clarinet and how to assemble your clarinet.

Understanding Reed basics

This segment shows you how to handle your reed. It's critical that your reed be in perfect shape and be taken in and out of it's case correctly.

Disassembling your clarinet

This segment shows you how to take your clarinet apart and place it back in the case correctly.

Proper posture for playing your Clarinet

This segment shows you the correct posture and hand positions for playing the clarinet.

Proper breathing

This segment shows you how to breathe correctly to get the proper sound out of your clarinet.

Beginning Articulation

This segment shows you how to use your tongue to stop notes while playing your clarinet.

Congratulations! Are you ready to start playing? Please review these steps as needed so your learning experience stays positive. Learning the proper steps will make playing the clarinet much more enjoyable. These lessons are only a few of the sequential lessons available through Connect Through Music. These affordable lessons are available to you individually or through your schools music program. Ask your teacher if the CTM lessons are available to you as a member of their program. More lesson information is available here.

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