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Author: Strawberric
Date: 2025-09-25 00:50
Hello! I used to post on this forum from time to time (under a different account that I can no longer find) but as the subject name implies it has been quite a while. I actively played clarinet for about 15 years and have been in a 10 year hiatus. I recently got the opportunity to join a wind ensemble and so am getting back into playing.
I am interested in hearing recommendations on things to focus on in practicing after a long break. I've been playing consistently for 2 weeks now, and have a few bad playing-habits from my past in mind that I would like to take the chance to correct. Generally open to any advice others might have, perhaps from similar experiences.
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Author: Paul Aviles
Date: 2025-09-25 06:13
I’ve always been fond of fundamentals when in any sort of time crunch or ‘catch up’ mode. The Baermann scale book III comes to mind along with the four Kroeptch execise books. But most importantly emphasize things that you enjoy because that will make the time worthwhile.
………..Paul Aviles
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Author: m1964
Date: 2025-10-01 03:51
I would consider taking a few lessons if you can find a good teacher.
I find that face-to-face lessons give me much more than YT videos and/or books.
Post Edited (2025-10-01 08:08)
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Author: ruben
Date: 2025-10-01 13:20
Strawberric: I agree with 1964 that it would be a good thing to take a few lessons. I also stopped for exactly 15 years (we're kindred spirits!), and then I took a few lessons from somebody that didn't discourage me by telling me I had to go back to square one. You have to find the right person. You don't teach adults like you teach children or youngsters and you have to find a teacher that realizes this. You have my email address if you want to get in touch with me for any information and I'm on Facebook. Enjoy playing again! It really adds a dimension to one's life.
rubengreenbergparisfrance@gmail.com
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Author: David Eichler
Date: 2025-10-02 01:15
Start really slowly with the basics and be really patient. Don't know what else to say.
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Author: Fuzzy
Date: 2025-10-03 05:23
In addition to the above. I'd recommend playing "fun" pieces and some that are below your current level.
I was gone from the clarinet for roughly 10 years as well. Coming back can be exciting, but can also be frustrating. We see and understand differently at different ages, and this becomes very apparent as you once again approach the clarinet and music.
Be patient, don't hury (or you might hurry back to bad habits). It is difficult to hold back when you play a piece that delighted your younger self...and which isn't quite all there to your older self...but it's close (you lie to yourself). Hahahaha!
Just have fun with it. It will come more quickly than you expect if you don't push it too hard - and don't be too hard on yourself along the way.
Kids might be more natural at conforming/adapting, but adults have reason and experience to help them along.
Welcome back to the world of clarinet!
Fuzzy
;^)>>>
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