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Author: Rocky Beach
Date: 2025-06-17 20:38
Do you think I could play bass clarinet at a conservatory audition for classical clarinet ?
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Author: ruben
Date: 2025-06-17 20:53
Good question! Are there conservatories that have studios that specialize in the bass clarinet? The Paris Conservatory has a bass clarinet class, but I don't know if you audition for it on the bass clarinet. I'll ask. At any rate, a bass clarinetist is no longer considered a failed clarinetist.
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Author: Liquorice
Date: 2025-06-18 02:36
I can't see any reason why not. But it probably depends on the conservatory. Why not contact them and ask?
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Author: rechard407jensen
Date: 2025-06-18 08:11
Hello,
Most classical clarinet auditions expect B♭ or A clarinet for standard repertoire (Mozart Concerto, orchestral excerpts, etc.). Bass clarinet is usually not sufficient on its own unless the school specifically states otherwise.
Best Regard,
Rechard
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Author: 622
Date: 2025-06-19 02:16
If you are looking at schools in the US, Jeff Anderle is working to establish a bass clarinet performance degree at Arizona State University. He is a phenomenal player and a highly effective teacher—regardless of the degree availability, you’d be hard-pressed to find anyone teaching anywhere with a more comprehensive understanding of the bass clarinet.
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Author: ruben
Date: 2025-06-19 13:13
622: Plus, Arizona State University has a really good music program and a great concert hall.
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