Monthly Archives: January 2019

7 Easy Tricks to Improve Clarinet Tone Immediately! [or almost immediately]

Posted on January 30, 2019 by ClarinetMike

ClarinetMike says, “The granddaddy (and best) of all clarinet tone quick fixes is ‘More Air.’ Here’s 7 more.” 7 Easy Tricks to Improve Clarinet Tone Immediately! [or almost immediately] by Dr. Michael Dean “ClarinetMike” 1. Show Me Your Reed! I suggest band … Continue reading →

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ClarinetMike’s Basic Tonguing Exercise [aka BTE or “Betty”]

Posted on January 25, 2019 by ClarinetMike

One of the most important (and tricky) aspects of playing the clarinet is tonguing. Below is an articulation exercise that I’ve found very helpful in my students and my own playing. ClarinetMike’s Basic Tonguing Exercise [aka BTE  or “Betty”] by … Continue reading →

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ClarinetMike In Italy 2019! Orfeo Music Festival 2019 Application Information and MORE!

Posted on January 17, 2019 by ClarinetMike

NEWS! I’ve accepted an appointment to again return as Clarinet Artist Faculty in Residence at the international Orfeo Music Festival in the beautiful Italian Alps in Vipiteno, Italy (Sterzing) this coming summer, July 5-19, 2019. Check It Out! Orfeo Music Festival 2019 … Continue reading →

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12 Simple Steps to Sensational Private Lessons! Follow These and Your Performing Will Skyrocket!

Posted on January 10, 2019 by ClarinetMike

Hey! Below are some common-sense tips that will help students get the most out of private lessons. 12 Simple Steps to Sensational Private Lessons! by Dr. Michael Dean “ClarinetMike” Practice. Treat private lessons like an important class. Carefully and completely do … Continue reading →

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BROKEN New Year’s Resolutions? Think HABITS Instead!

Posted on January 2, 2019 by ClarinetMike

As of today, a few [some…many…most…all!] of you who made New Year’s Resolutions have broken at least one [some…many…most…all!]. Don’t give up! Below is some help for you – and ME! Let us think about and work on our HABITS, such … Continue reading →

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