Clarinet 3A

About this course

The course develops clarinet technique through work on breathing, articulation, fingering and tone, alongside more complex rhythmic notation and repertoire around Grade 3/4 standard. Learners explore music from early music, classical, jazz and popular styles, including solo playing and musical interpretation. Teaching combines tutor explanation and demonstration with group playing, individual playing, aural skills, theoretical study and class discussion. Ensemble work includes arrangements in three or four parts, with opportunities to sight-read and play under the tutor’s guidance.

What you'll learn

• Apply clarinet techniques involving breathing, articulation, fingering and tone
• Read notation containing more complex rhythmic patterns
• Begin playing repertoire at around Grade 3/4 standard
• Play clarinet parts within a three- or four-part ensemble
• Sight-read music at a more advanced level

Is this course right for you?

This improver-level course is intended for clarinettists who have developed beyond the fundamentals and have at least two years’ playing experience. Learners should be comfortable with Grade 3 standard note-reading, some simple improvisation and playing up to top C. Classes involve individual playing, group work, discussion and regular practice outside class.

• Requires at least two years’ clarinet playing experience
• Learners should be at ease with Grade 3 standard note-reading
• Some simple improvisation is expected
• Regular practice outside class is needed to make progress

Before you go

• Bring a Bb clarinet, a supply of reeds and a pencil.
• A recommended music book may need to be purchased separately; the tutor provides other musical material.