Clarinet News and Links
Dr. James Gillespie after presenting a master class with clarinet students and faculty of the Xinghai Conservatory of Music, Guangzhou, China, January 6, 2009
Clarinetist Jon Manasse, in the area for a concert in Dallas, stopped by UNT November 2, 2008 to give a master class. UNT students Sara Marsh, Rachel Yoder, Diane Pasch, and Andrea Harrell (below, L to R) performed, and everyone enjoyed Manasse's friendly demeanor and helpful suggestions. Thanks to Vandoren for sponsoring this event!
Don't forget to keep up with the clarinet blog www.clarinetcache.com, authored by UNT Teaching Fellows Kellie Quijano and Rachel Yoder.
Heather Karlsson Woodwinds
Be sure to check out UNT clarinet alumnus Heather Karlsson's www.hkarlssonwoodwinds.com for clarinet accessories, woodwind repair, mouthpiece refacing, and more! Through this website you can also order her must-have book on instrument maintenance, Care and Feeding of Your Clarinet (mentioned in studio class).