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ClarinetMike 2020 Annual Report

Posted on December 31, 2020 by ClarinetMike

Here’s the 2020 Annual Report on my ClarinetMike Blog, ClarinetMike QuickTips, YouTube Videos, ClarinetMike QuickClips, Master Classes, Performances, and more. The ClarinetMike Blog remains one of the top clarinet blogs on the Internet.  Google Search continues to report it as … Continue reading →

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

Posted on March 9, 2020 by ClarinetMike

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

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7 Sight-Reading Tips

Posted on January 15, 2020 by ClarinetMike

7 Sight-Reading Tips by Dr. Michael Dean “ClarinetMike” Sight-Read. “Just Do It!” The best way to learn to read at sight is to do it every day. Make sure to sight-read all different kinds and levels of music. A nice … Continue reading →

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ClarinetMike Blog is #1: The 2019 Annual Report

Posted on December 30, 2019 by ClarinetMike

ClarinetMike Blog 2019 Annual Report Hey! Hope you are enjoying some time off during the holidays. Below is a brief summary of 2019 for the ClarinetMike Blog: The ClarinetMike Blog is one of the top clarinet blogs on the Internet.  … Continue reading →

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Practice Tip: “I Will Clap The Music Every Day!”

Posted on October 8, 2019 by ClarinetMike

Inside ClarinetMike’s Studio: A few years ago, one of my bright-eyed junior high students, Ian, came to a lesson and played music that he was preparing for a contest. He did an excellent performance of the notes; however, the rhythms … Continue reading →

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Upgrade Your Performing and Teaching: Load Great Habits!

Posted on September 4, 2019 by ClarinetMike

When I was a kid, I played little league baseball. While fielding a position, my coaches taught me to keep my right thumb between my first two fingers when the pitcher started to make his pitch. This way, if a … Continue reading →

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Urgent Clarinet Maintenance: “Swab Your Clarinet and Clarinet Mouthpiece!”

Posted on May 8, 2019 by ClarinetMike

Urgent Clarinet Maintenance: “Swab Your Clarinet and Clarinet Mouthpiece!” by Dr. Michael Dean “ClarinetMike” “Common sense (the best tool in a teacher’s toolbox) clearly indicates you should swab out your clarinet, including the mouthpiece, after every practice or performance, etc. … Continue reading →

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10 Graduate School Rules For Student Success!

Posted on March 12, 2019 by ClarinetMike

Hey! I know some of you are anxiously waiting to hear on admission and financial aid from graduate schools for the coming fall. [I know how tough it can be: Hang In There!] Others of you are considering graduate school … Continue reading →

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2019 Clarinet Colloquium Schedule of Events

Posted on February 22, 2019 by ClarinetMike

Hey! The amazing Mary Alice Druhan and the great folks at Texas A&M University-Commerce will again be hosting another fabulous Clarinet Colloquium on Saturday, March 2, 2019 in the music building on the campus of Texas A&M University-Commerce! Below is … Continue reading →

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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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