This course is for students who have played Bb clarinet for at least 2 years. Come and improve your technique and performance skills, and explore a variety of styles and repertoire.
Break weeks Term 1 26th - 30th Oct 2026 Term 2 No scheduled break week Term 3 31st May -4th June 2027
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Develop and consolidate your clarinet playing further in this course. Your tutor will guide you through technical and theoretical clarinet studies as well as introduce you to solo playing and musical interpretation. A range of genres will be covered from early music to classical to Jazz and popular styles, in a mix of solo, duet and ensemble arrangements. For students who have at least two years of playing experience.
What will we cover?
The course covers more advanced aspects of clarinet technique up to around Grade 3/4 standard - Breathing, articulation, fingering, tone etc. - Music notation, including more complex rhythmic patterns - beginning to play Grade 3/4 standard repertoire - Ensemble playing in 3 or 4 parts.
What will I achieve? By the end of this course you should be able to...
- Demonstrate key aspects of clarinet technique at a more advanced level - Sight-read music at a more advanced level - Play in an ensemble.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
You should have had at least two year's playing experience and should be at ease with note-reading at Grade 3 standard and some simple improvisation. You will need to be able to play all notes up to top C. You will need to follow written and verbal instructions in English and engage in class discussions.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
Classes will comprise tutor explanation and demonstration, group playing along with the tutor and individual playing. Sessions will also include class discussion, aural skills and theoretical study. To make progress you will need to practise regularly outside class (ideally at least 20 minutes on least 5 days per week).
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
Please bring your own Bb clarinet, supply of reeds, and a pencil. You may be asked to buy a recommended music-book by your tutor (approx price £15).The tutor will provide other musical material.
Have you read our guide to local music shops and choosing instruments? Where to buy music and instruments This blog post lists some of our local music shops and gives specific advice on clarinets, pianos and more.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
This course leads to Clarinet 3B. You may also be interested in general musicianship, music theory or music appreciation to enhance your general musical skills.
We’re sorry. We don’t have a bio ready for the tutor of this class at the moment, but we’re working on it! Watch this space.
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