Clarinet Lessons Kentucky

Instruments: Clarinet, Music

My experience consists of playing clarinet primarily at the University of North Carolina Pembroke. One of the major performances I did was in wind ensemble with the Army Band. Additionally I participated in various travel performances with the "Spirit of the Carolinas" marching band. I also performed a junior and senior recital while in college and I tutored music theory. Furthermore, I have played in various ensembles over the last ten years including, wind ensemble, concert band, clarinet ensemble, marching band, community orchestra, and I have also played and sang for various churches. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet

I will ask the student for their goals and what they wish to accomplish by taking lessons. Once we establish a goal we can work on attaining that goal. During lessons I find it useful for students to learn some basic music theory as it helps understanding patterns that can be applied to the clarinet. I strongly focus on fundamentals especially when teaching younger players. My style of teaching is to prepare students for auditions and solo and ensemble festival. Read More

Instruments: Voice, Clarinet, Recorder, Music

My teaching method is quite flexible depending on the abilities and skill sets of each student. For a vocal student, I will use solfege as a basic tool to advance sight-reading skills as well as functions of each scale degree in its harmonic structure. I believe that the ability to read music as a vocalist is crucial for further advancement as a musician. I will assess each student's current level of musicianship and design suitable warmups and vocalisms that will aid in preparing art songs that may also include foreign languages. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Voice, Clarinet, Ukulele, Recorder, Electric Guitar, Classical Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

My style largely depends on the student and his/her needs and interests. I enjoy using rewards-based encouragement, especially for younger students. The rewards I give are always musical and I usually let the student choose. For example, one of the rewards for consistent practice, learning songs, and listening to recordings is the opportunity to write a parody song. We listen to a few examples and analyze what makes them work. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet

For beginning students who are children, I start with basics and progress thoughHal Leonard'sEssential Elements 2000.When the students a solid foundation I introduce them to repertoire that is appropriate for their first recital. For adults, I find out what type of music they are interested and build my instruction from there. Read More