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.