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Southern California Tour 2022!

On Tour! Next week I’ll be giving performing, teaching, presenting, and more on a short solo tour of Southern California! Below is venue and program information. Southern California Tour 2022Michael Dean, clarinet Tour ItineraryCalifornia Institute of the Arts (CalArts)Valencia, CaliforniaMonday, … Continue reading

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ClarinetMike’s Performing Checklist

ClarinetMike’s Performing Checklist by Dr. Michael Dean “ClarinetMike” Many of you have upcoming all-region auditions, competitions, concerts, hearings, recitals, music juries, etc. So, here’s my Performing Checklist based on many years of giving performances and presentations and teaching students to … Continue reading

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10 Performance Anxiety Tips

10 Performance Anxiety Tips by Dr. Michael Dean “ClarinetMike” Successfully dealing with the concerns of playing or singing in stressful situations, such as recitals, contests, auditions, etc. is an important part of being a good musician. I have found the following tips … Continue reading

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Texas-Oklahoma Tour 2021: Venues, Program, and Notes! ClarinetMike to Give 2 World Premieres!

On Tour! I’ll be giving clarinet recitals, master classes, and clinics on a solo tour of Texas and Oklahoma October 1-24! I’ll be giving the World Premieres of two super cool new works! Below are the Tour Itinerary, Recital Program, … Continue reading

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Job Search Help: “LinkedIn, Lumpy, and Me”

Spring is here and I know many of you are considering looking for a new job.  Some of you are soon to be spending lots of quality time at the TMEA Job Vacancy Search page! Therefore, I am reposting the … Continue reading

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ClarinetMike Blog 10th Anniversary!

Dr. Michael Dean “ClarinetMike” ClarinetMike says, “Hey! Heartfelt thanks to each of you who have read the blog and interacted with me these past 10 years.” HISTORY: Early in 2011, Mrs. ClarinetMike said to me, “Hey, you should start a … Continue reading

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Improve Clarinet Articulation!

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 with my students and in my own playing. Also, below is a ClarinetMike Illustration, i.e. “Storytime … Continue reading

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12 Leadership and Teaching Tips from John Wooden

Recently here at ClarinetMike HQ, we have been discussing the leadership and teaching ideas of legendary basketball coach John Wooden. So, to tip-off my blog in 2021 with a little inspiration, I offer some tips from an article I wrote … Continue reading

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Israel! ClarinetMike Israel Tour 2021

BIG NEWS! In late April 2021, I will tour Israel giving clarinet recitals and master classes! Plus, I will give an exciting World Premiere! More details soon! Please Join my Official Facebook Page, Israel Tour 2021, HERE, to get all … Continue reading

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Job Interview [and Teaching!] Help from Coach John Wooden

I know many of you are looking for a new (or better!) job. So, below I offer some tips from an article I wrote in the NACWPI Journal a few years ago based on my study of the works of … Continue reading

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