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Books that made me play better, teach better, and think deeper. The good stuff only.

This book is a direct ticket to the magical world of Disney. Featuring 101 iconic songs—from Let It Go to Circle of Life—it’s perfect for clarinetists of all levels. The solo arrangements are easy to read and don’t require accompaniment. Great for practicing, teaching, or just jamming for fun, it also makes a fantastic gift for your favorite clarinetist!

The J.B. Albert 24 Varied Scales and Exercises is a timeless go-to for clarinetists aiming to improve technical skill, intonation, and tone quality. This newly engraved edition by Julie DeRoche helps students develop rhythmic precision, smooth tone, consistent pitch, and speed, essentials for any serious player.

With focused exercises to develop tone, technique, and staccato, you’ll strengthen the core skills that make great playing possible. Mastering these basics early on will let you focus on music, not just mechanics, as you grow.

This essential method book is designed to help students develop good hand and body position, finger strength and agility, and solid breathing technique. Each study targets a specific skill to build confident, well-rounded clarinetists.