Monthly Archives: August 2015

ClarinetMike’s “E-Tips for E-Lips”

I recently reposted my 5-C clarinet embouchure (see HERE). Below are some related embouchure tips that work great with the 5-C. I think these tips will generally work well with any clarinet embouchure on any clarinet AND also will be helpful on … Continue reading

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ClarinetMike’s 5-C Clarinet Embouchure

With school starting for many in the USA and elsewhere, I thought it might be a good time to post on clarinet embouchure. Most of the below was originally posted HERE — the original post also contains important acknowledgements, info on further … Continue reading

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ClarinetMike’s Food for Busy Students: Quesadilla de Cheapo

My son is heading off soon to attend university this fall as an entering freshman. And, I’ve been thinking about my days as a university student. I’ve decided to post a few SIMPLE recipes that taste great but are super easy to make … Continue reading

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Texas All-State Clarinet Resources (Rose 40 and 32 Etudes)

The last couple of weeks I’ve started working with my high school students on the Texas All-State Music and also giving clinics. This year’s Texas all state etudes for soprano and low clarinets are by Cyrille Rose from Artistic Studies, Book 1 – … Continue reading

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ClarinetMike’s Texas All-State Clarinet Clinic: Preparation Guide

[NOTE: Below is a slightly revised version of a previous blog post. This guide is from my Texas All-State Clarinet Clinic Lecture Notes. Look for more All-State help from ClarinetMike in coming weeks!] ClarinetMike’s Texas All-State Clarinet Clinic: Preparation Guide Dr. … Continue reading

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