Clarinet Lessons

Overview

Our clarinet instructors specialize in teaching both jazz and classical clarinet styles. Beginning clarinet students focus on developing tone quality, embouchure, and playing simple songs and melodies, along with sight reading and music theory. Each clarinet music lesson is designed to challenge you with a new technique or theoretical concept, ending with something enjoyable – like your favorite song. We utilize a variety of clarinet method books tailored to individual student needs and preferences, and we encourage students to bring smartphones or CDs to their lessons to learn their favorite tunes.

What’s the #1 reason to study clarinet at the Academy?

Our friendly clarinet instructors take the time to get to know each student and parent personally. We collaborate with you to create a lesson plan that aligns with each student’s unique needs and preferred music style. Whether you're playing in local bands or orchestras, a seven-year-old starting their first lessons, or a fifty-year-old returning to the clarinet after years away, we'll help you set and achieve your musical aspirations.

What styles of clarinet do you teach?  

We focus primarily on jazz and classical clarinet styles.

How qualified are your clarinet instructors?  

Our clarinet and music instructors have graduated from esteemed institutions and bring over 25 years of experience in professional performance and teaching to your clarinet lessons.

What will I learn from clarinet lessons at the Academy?  

Beginner clarinet students can look forward to working on notes, embouchure, care of the instrument and reeds, as well as simple songs and melodies, sight reading, and music theory. Our instructors balance the development of musicianship with fun in each lesson, presenting a new technical challenge or theory concept while ending with something enjoyable, like your favorite song. We incorporate a variety of clarinet method books and encourage students to bring their smartphone or CDs to their lessons to explore their favorite tunes.

Do I need to purchase a clarinet to learn the instrument?  

Yes, you will need a clarinet. There are a variety of clarinet options available, and we can help you choose the right one for your needs.

Take the next step by calling 248-924-98805 now to secure a great lesson time as space is limited. You can also email us or request more information.

PRICING

$35.00 for a 30-minute lesson per week.

Lessons are offered six days a week and are scheduled once a week.

**A one-time registration fee of $25 applies.**