by Michelle Anderson (Author), Deborah Andrus (Author)
(Do It Yourself). Do-It-Yourself Clarinet is the ultimate beginner's guide to learning on your own! With step-by-step instructions and excerpts from well-known songs across Broadway, classical, pop, rock, and jazz, you'll be playing and sounding great in no time. This fun and easy-to-follow book features expert video instruction from clarinetists Michelle Anderson, YouTube star and founder of Clarinet Mentors, and Deborah Andrus, founder of Clarinet Guide and known for her "inspirational teaching." Their combined expertise makes learning clarinet approachable and enjoyable. Start your musical journey on the clarinet today! Topics covered include: * Putting the clarinet together * Reading music on the staff * Playing notes * Developing your sound * Instrument care * Demonstration audio tracks * Video instruction and demonstration * Downloadable fingering chart * Clarinet talk: specific hints just for clarinet players * Toolboxes: the tools you need to keep growing on your instrument.