Monthly Archives: July 2011

ClarinetFest 2011 Information Link

Posted on July 22, 2011 by ClarinetMike

Go to ClarinetFest 2011 for information on registration, lodging, artist roster, daily schedule, programs, exhibits, maps, dining, etc. Hats off to artistic directors Julia Heinen and William Powell for all the hard work!! And I will see YOU in Los Angeles, California, August … Continue reading →

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New Harry Sparnaay Book Now Available at Van Cott

Posted on July 22, 2011 by ClarinetMike

Back in the spring, I posted about the new Harry Sparnaay book. Yesterday, I received an email from Gary Van Cott informing me that he now has ten copies in stock, http://www.vcisinc.com/clarinet.htm#C1756 and he is not sure he will restock when he sells … Continue reading →

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On the Bubble? JUST GO TO CLARINETFEST 2011!!!

Posted on July 18, 2011 by ClarinetMike

If you are “on the bubble” about going to the huge ClarinetFest 2011 in Los Angeles, CA, August 3-7, I’m here to help you – quit messing around and JUST GO! Look through the conference schedule and you will find opportunities that may … Continue reading →

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Ray Wheeler X-Ray of Clarinet and Tongue

Posted on July 14, 2011 by ClarinetMike

There’s been a lot of talk in the clarinet and saxophone world about tongue position and such as it relates to embouchure, etc.  Recently, I was reminded of a video of an X-Ray made a number of years ago by Ray Wheeler. … Continue reading →

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Gordon Goodwin Tune for FREE Download

Posted on July 8, 2011 by ClarinetMike

Yesterday I went to the Gordon Goodwin’s Big Phat Band web site and clicked on “Download A Free Track and We Ain’t Kidding” on the right side of the page. I followed the instructions and now I’m swinging hard to a … Continue reading →

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Practice!

Posted on July 5, 2011 by ClarinetMike

I’m sure some of you are like me and are groggy from late night fireworks and the 4th of July holiday weekend. So, to help you and me get going today on practicing here are some practice articles to consider … Continue reading →

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