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The Best Clarinet Fingerings for F# and Eb

Posted on April 16, 2019 by

The Best Clarinet Fingerings for F# and Eb by Dr. Michael Dean “ClarinetMike” Below I offer my opinions on two fingerings that I think should be taught to beginning (and all) clarinetists. First space F#/Gb.  Beginners are often taught to play … Continue reading →

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How To Successfully Improve Clarinet Tone: The “E-Tips for E-Lips” Clarinet Embouchure Tips!

Posted on April 10, 2019 by

I recently posted my 5-C Clarinet Embouchure click here. Below are 5 embouchure tips I strongly suggest using with the 5-C Embouchure. In addition to working GREAT with 5-C, I think these tips will generally work well with pretty much any … Continue reading →

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5 Steps to Beautiful Clarinet Tone: The 5-C Clarinet Embouchure!

Posted on April 8, 2019 by

The embouchure below and related “E-Tips for E-Lips” Embouchure Tips (to be reposted soon) have been heavily influenced by the ideas of master single reed teacher Joe Allard. The embouchure and tips reflect years of careful refinements on an embouchure … Continue reading →

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7 Pro Musician Tips for Superior Performing!

Posted on March 25, 2019 by

This is a follow up to my recent ClarinetMike Blog post, 10 Little Things That Make Big Things Happen! [see note below] ClarinetMike says, “Remember the words of Coach John Wooden, ‘Little Things Make Big Things Happen.’” 7 Pro Musician … Continue reading →

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

Posted on January 25, 2019 by

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

Posted on January 10, 2019 by

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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ClarinetMike Practice Secret: Temperature/Humidity Gauge

Posted on December 17, 2018 by

Here’s a little practice tip (secret) I’ve found very helpful. ClarinetMike Practice Secret: Temperature/Humidity Gauge by Dr. Michael Dean “ClarinetMike” ClarinetMike says, “Go online or to a ‘Mega’ Mart and get a small, inexpensive, and portable temperature gauge that shows room … Continue reading →

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