Marylhurst, OR Clarinet Lessons

Tired of being frustrated by the pace of self-teaching or is your child bored with the progress in school band class? Are you an adult who never played an instrument but are really interested in learning a wind instrument? Not able to express yourself creatively or don't really understand why your favorite songs or styles of music work? Do you want a more hands-on way of teaching with personalized plans just for you?

Learn how to play the Clarinet with Michael!

Michael teaches a variety of instruments and subjects in the woodwind family:

- Saxophone
- Clarinet
- Flute
- Improvisation
- Music Theory
- Jazz Studies

Michael creates versatile and fun lesson plans that incorporate learning your favorite music while teaching theory, improvisation, note reading, songwriting, or any other interests! He has an easy-to-follow, fun, but yet structured and thorough plan designed for results to help the student reach their goals, rather than imposing an one-size-fits-all plan just

I have been teaching clarinet for nearly thirty years (beginning to college level), and particularly enjoy teaching out of the Klosé method in a way that is interactive and enjoyable. While learning solid technique, we will include resonator fingerings for the best possible tone, and think beyond the wonderful clarinet literature waiting for you, as we unlock your personality in the chameleon quality of the clarinet. I encourage students to also play by ear and learn cultural traditional music from all over the world.

The clarinet can be one of the most frustrating instruments out there if you're lacking the necessary fundamentals, so my goal is to work on that to help you enjoy playing that much more. As I've gotten older I've realized how important the basics and fundamentals are for growing and improving; otherwise you'll reach a plateau where you won't be able to progress. I can help you improve technically and musically using a trusted blend of methods and repertoire, including Klose, Rose, Boehm, etc. I believe in this method since I'm a product of the same style and method of teaching, which has helped me play professionally in several orchestras, including the San Juan Symphony, Roswell Symphony, Spazio Musica Opera Festival, and other regional groups.

I teach beginner clarinet to all ages. I've been playing the clarinet for almost 8 years and teach it in m program.

I teach clarinet primarily through the tried and true Rubank method. Students will learn how to properly care for the instrument, how to read music, music theory, instrument technique, practice techniques, ear training (how to play by ear), reed selection, and repertoire. I also employ custom exercises specifically for clarinet to help my students progress the fastest.

I believe in catering lessons to a students individual desires and musical goals. Our lessons can cover a broad range of concepts like:
Musicality/Performance
Jazz Improvisation
Composition/Arranging
Transitioning from Clarinet to Sax, Bass Clarinet or Flute
How to practice
Tone and Sound production
Technique
Reading/Sight Reading
Learning Tunes
And MUCH, MUCH MORE!!!

Need help making the first sound on clarinet? Auditioning for university music schools? I can help you achieve your clarinet goals! We'll focus on your goals, address areas of concern, and improve your clarinet skills to make music even more enjoyable.

I am a band director who has played clarinet professionally for the last 20 years. I like to balance my lessons with a variety of excercises and repertoire that are catered to each student's interests, strengths and weaknesses.

I've been playing the clarinet for 15 years and teaching private lessons for one year. I have loved helping my students improve their tone quality, technique, and rhythm on the clarinet. My students have developed a passion for music and become more advanced on the clarinet by taking lessons with me. I use rhythm, technique, and tonal quality exercises, and a specialized program to teach simple to advanced rhythm. I'll share the "tricks of the trade" to help you master difficult music with ease.

Custom tailored lessons for a solid foundation. Having fun is also a top priority when beginning lessons!