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Clarinet Method & Instruction Books

Learning how to play the clarinet is both rewarding and a lot of fun - of course, the first steps for any musical instrument are more challenging for some people than others, and that's when method and instruction books come in handy. Thanks to dedicated music publishing companies like Alfred, Hal Leonard, Carl Fischer and many others, aspiring clarinetists have a wide range of guidance manuals and song collections to help anyone get off on the right foot of their musical journey. In fact, you'll even find method and instruction books for intermediate and advanced clarinetists. After all, there's always new exercises to learn for the purpose of improving your craft - even if you've been playing for years. Since this catalog is so extensive, you'll definitely want to consider a few things before jumping into your choices. For example, what kind of clarinet do you play and how long have you been playing? The KJOS Technique & Musicianship series has options for both Alto and Bass Clarinetists. Full of scales, melodious etudes, arpeggios and more for musicians who've completed their second year of study, the KJOS Technique & Musicianship books are perfect for both group and private lessons. Or maybe you're a music instructor who teaches the Bb clarinet - in which case, check out the Alfred Yamaha Band Student Book 1 for B-Flat Clarinet. Affordably priced and easy to follow, this book is ideal for teachers who want to keep their pupils motivated to continue past the first crucial year with their instrument. Now, for well-versed clarinetists who simply want to freshen up their technique, we'll suggest the Carl Fischer 24 Varied Scales And Exercises For Clarinet. Arranged by Paul De Ville, this collection is chock-full of scales and activities to hone your craft with. With so many top-selling items in this section, you really do owe it to yourself to give each one a closer look. Whatever you choose, just remember that each of these books have been assembled by experts who take your musical aspirations seriously. In other words, there's bound to be a method or instruction book for you in these pages - regardless of your skill level or clarinet type.