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Finger Dexterity Challenge - Week One!
Welcome to July's Finger Dexterity Challenge! I explain the challenge in the video above, but essentially we're going to be using the Kroepsch studies to work on our dexterity,…
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What tricky passage are you struggling with?
This week I’d love to know about tricky passages you’re working on! Whether it’s from clarinet repertoire, an audition you’re preparing, pieces you’re learning with your community band or just a…
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Hit Those High Notes - Week One!
Hi everyone! Welcome to Week One of our High Notes intensive - if you've yet to hit that high C, maybe this is the week you'll do it, and if you're already up there,…
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If you could master the technique of any clarinetist, living or dead, who would it be and why?
Dear fellow tonebase clarinetists, Imagine for a moment, closing your eyes, playing that first note, and when you open them, you have the impeccable technique of one of the world's most iconic…
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14Jul
Mastering Tricky Passages
Mon Jul 14 at 8 PM - 9 PM CESThttps://app.tonebase.co/clarinet/live/player/clt-mastering-tricky-passages1 going -
Finger Dexterity Challenge - Introduction
Dear tonebase clarinetists! On Monday, June 30, we're going to be starting the first of our monthly challenges: this time on finger dexterity! We’re going to be working through some of the Kroepsch…
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Hit those High Notes! Improve your Altissimo: SIGN UP
Finally: a new two week intensive for you to dig your teeth into! (Metaphorically that is, please avoid biting!) Are you struggling with high notes? You're not alone.…
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What is your favorite clarinet accessory?
Do you have a clarinet accessory that you can’t live without? There are so many to choose from these days! Maybe it's a Koiiman thumb rest, a harness or a special case for your reeds? Or,…
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Levels 11-12 - List of Courses (+ Discussion Space)
What to expect: Within levels 11-12 you will find lessons on advanced fundamental techniques and extended techniques. Description: If you are working on the fundamentals of clarinet playing and want…
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Levels 8-10 - List of Courses (+ Discussion Space)
What to expect: Within levels 8-10 you will find lessons on advanced fundamental techniques - start to think about techniques like double tonguing and circular breathing, and explore advanced studies.…
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Levels 6-7 - List of Courses (+ Discussion Space)
What to expect: Within levels 6-7 you will find lessons on core fundamental technique that challenges you - work on your altissimo register, advance your tonguing speed and develop your best sound!…
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Levels 4-5 - List of Courses (+ Discussion Space)
What to expect: Within levels 4-5 you will find lessons on core fundamental technique that stretches beyond the basics: work on the nuances of your embouchure and tongue, intonation,…
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Levels 1-3 - List of Courses (+ Discussion Space)
What to expect: Within levels 1-3 you will find lessons on elementary technique, hand position, reed care, etc.. If you've just begun to play the clarinet this is a good place to start! Description:…
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16Jun
Improving Your Clarinet Sight-Reading (Part One)
Mon Jun 16 at 7 PM - 8 PM BSThttps://app.tonebase.co/clarinet/live/player/clt-improving-your-clarinet-sight-reading-part-two2 going -
What is your go-to piece of clarinet music that always lifts your mood?
Dear fellow clarinetists! I’m curious: What is your go-to piece of clarinet music that always brings a smile to your face and lifts your mood? For me, it’s Evan Zipporyn playing Steve Reich’s New…
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Show us Your Mouthpiece!
This week, I wanted to ask you: what mouthpiece do you play? Have you always played the same one? Have you ever considered upgrading your mouthpiece? Share a photo of your mouthpiece (or mouthpieces!…
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tonebase Spring Recital Watch Party!
🌸 You’re Invited: Spring Recital Watch Party! 🎶🌼 Date: Wednesday, April 16, 2025 Time: 11:00 AM PST Where: ZOOM https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83743749917 Meeting ID:…
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Zoom Community Chat: Let's Break in Some Reeds Together
Approximately once a month, I'm going to be hosting a Community meet-up on Zoom: this is a chance for you to meet other clarinet players from all over the world and have a chat with them in a relaxed…
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A Recording That Never Gets Old
Some recordings have an almost magical quality—no matter how many times we listen, we always discover something new. Whether it’s the subtle phrasing of a legendary pianist,…
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18Aug
Back to Band: Playing With Your Local Ensemble
Mon Aug 18 at 8 PM - 9 PM CESThttps://app.tonebase.co/clarinet/live/player/clt-back-to-band1 going -
1Jul
Practice Smarter: How to be your own Clarinet Teacher
Tue Jul 1 at 8 PM - 9 PM CESThttps://app.tonebase.co/clarinet/live/player/clt-be-your-own-teacher1 going -
16May
Creating a Balanced Warm-Up Routine
Fri May 16 at 8 PM CESThttps://app.tonebase.co/clarinet/live/player/clt-balanced-warm-up-routine1 going -
22May
Level Up Your Long Tones - with Jenny Clarinet!
Thu May 22 at 8 PM CESThttps://app.tonebase.co/clarinet/live/player/clt-long-tones-clarinet2 going -
11Apr
The Musica Viva Florence Festival 2025
Fri Apr 11 at 9 AM - 10 AM PDThttps://app.tonebase.co/clarinet/live/player/musica-viva-florence-20251 going -
14May
Thinking Past Your Performance
Wed May 14 at 11 AM - 12 PM PDThttps://app.tonebase.co/clarinet/live/player/thinking-past-your-performance1 going