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Tom Olsen - Clarinet teacher
Tom Olsen
ClarinetSouthwark Park Rd., London SE16 2HA, UK5.1 km
£20
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Piano, Saxophone, Clarinet, and Flute lessons tailored to you. I believe the responsibility for progress and motivation lies on my shoulders—your only job is to show up. What to expect from our lessons In my studio, the…

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Sam Glaser - Clarinet teacher
Sam Glaser
ClarinetLucas Rd, London SE20 7EE, UK11.2 km
£25.00
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Working within the industry for the last 8 years, I have performed with some of the UK’s leading big bands, pop, reggae and contemporary music artists as well as appearing on radio and television as a saxophonist. I…

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About Clarinet lessons in London

Discover clarinet tutors in London offering orchestral and solo coaching, technique and exam prep.

Lesson formats

London tutors teach at music schools and privately, and online.

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Clarinet lessons: what to expect

Clarinet lessons near you

Find clarinet teachers for in-person reed and tone work, or online lessons to develop repertoire and improvisation skills.

Who clarinet lessons are for

Beginners through advanced players preparing for ensemble, auditions or solo performance.

What you’ll learn in clarinet lessons

Tone, technique, articulation, repertoire and stylistic interpretation suited to your goals.

Online vs in-person clarinet lessons

In-person lessons help with reed and tone setup; online lessons are effective for repertoire and technique.

A simple learning path for clarinet

A good teacher will tailor lessons to your goals — but here’s what progress often looks like.

Weeks 1–4: Foundations
1

Establish a secure embouchure, breath control and basic scales to produce a centred tone.

Months 2–4: Technique & repertoire
2

Improve articulation, finger fluency and work on orchestral/jazz repertoire and improvisation as appropriate.

Months 4+: Performance & audition prep
3

Prepare excerpts, extend upper register control and refine musical phrasing for performances.

Getting started: what you need

Keep it simple at first — your teacher can help you choose the right setup.

  • A well-maintained clarinet and attention to reed selection and instrument setup.
  • A tuner and metronome for intonation and rhythmic accuracy.
  • Regular practice focusing on tone, long tones and articulation.

Styles & goals your teacher can support

Choose a direction — lessons can be tailored around what you actually want to play.

Orchestral
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Tone matching, orchestral excerpts and blending in ensembles.

Jazz & improvisation
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Swing phrasing, improvisation basics and jazz repertoire.

Solo repertoire
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Technical development, phrasing and expressive performance skills.

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FAQs about clarinet lessons in London

Are there teachers for beginners in London?

Yes — many tutors accept beginners and young learners.

How important is reed choice?

Very — reed strength and cut affect tone and response; teachers advise on suitable reeds.

Can clarinet be taught online?

Yes for technique and repertoire; reed setup benefits from occasional in-person checks.