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Clarinet Lessons in NYC

Private clarinet lessons from conservatory-trained players. Classical, jazz, klezmer, and concert band.

Kids & adults. All levels.

School band music Tone & intonation Classical & orchestral Jazz & improvisation Scales & technique Audition / NYSSMA prep
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What you'll learn

A complete clarinetist,
your way.

Every lesson combines tone, technique, and the music you care about.

Your teacher

Your teacher plays
Carnegie Hall — and your living room.

All of our teachers hold advanced degrees in music and bring years of performance experience to every lesson. No textbook teachers.

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Tal Kalman
Tal Kalman
Saxophone
10 Years
SaxophoneFluteClarinetPiano
B.M. University of the Pacific & M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Joey Curreri
Joey Curreri
Trumpet
8 Years
TrumpetPianoMusic TheoryImprovisation
B.M. University of Miami & M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Neal Perrine
Neal Perrine
Bass
9 Years
BassGuitarPianoMusic Theory
James Madison University
Ethan Cohn
Ethan Cohn
Guitar
11 years
GuitarBass
B.M. McGill University, M.M. the New School
Gabriel Schillinger-Hyman
Gabriel Schillinger-Hyman
Jazz Piano
11 Years
Jazz PianoMusic TheoryCompositionImprovisation
B.A. Brown University & M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Miles Mindlin
Miles Mindlin
Guitar
7 years
Guitar
B.M. Royal Academy & M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Markiian Krysa
Markiian Krysa
Drums
8 years
Drums
Municipal Academy of Music
Sasha Ripley
Sasha Ripley
Saxophone
8 years
SaxophoneFluteClarinetGuitar
B.M. Berklee College of Music, M.M. UCLA
Angelina Kolobukhova
Angelina Kolobukhova
Voice
8 years
VoicePiano
B.M. Adelphi University
Yuval Amihai
Yuval Amihai
Guitar
21 years
GuitarPianoMusic TheoryImprovisation
Jerusalem Academy of Music, Rimon School of Music
Jackson Potter
Jackson Potter
Guitar
12 years
GuitarPiano
B.M. University of Miami, M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Alexandra Ridout
Alexandra Ridout
Trumpet
12 Years
TrumpetFlugelhornHorn in FBugel
B.M. Royal Academy & M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Tal Kalman
Tal Kalman
Saxophone
10 Years
SaxophoneFluteClarinetPiano
B.M. University of the Pacific & M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Joey Curreri
Joey Curreri
Trumpet
8 Years
TrumpetPianoMusic TheoryImprovisation
B.M. University of Miami & M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Neal Perrine
Neal Perrine
Bass
9 Years
BassGuitarPianoMusic Theory
James Madison University
Ethan Cohn
Ethan Cohn
Guitar
11 years
GuitarBass
B.M. McGill University, M.M. the New School
Gabriel Schillinger-Hyman
Gabriel Schillinger-Hyman
Jazz Piano
11 Years
Jazz PianoMusic TheoryCompositionImprovisation
B.A. Brown University & M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Miles Mindlin
Miles Mindlin
Guitar
7 years
Guitar
B.M. Royal Academy & M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Markiian Krysa
Markiian Krysa
Drums
8 years
Drums
Municipal Academy of Music
Sasha Ripley
Sasha Ripley
Saxophone
8 years
SaxophoneFluteClarinetGuitar
B.M. Berklee College of Music, M.M. UCLA
Angelina Kolobukhova
Angelina Kolobukhova
Voice
8 years
VoicePiano
B.M. Adelphi University
Yuval Amihai
Yuval Amihai
Guitar
21 years
GuitarPianoMusic TheoryImprovisation
Jerusalem Academy of Music, Rimon School of Music
Jackson Potter
Jackson Potter
Guitar
12 years
GuitarPiano
B.M. University of Miami, M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Alexandra Ridout
Alexandra Ridout
Trumpet
12 Years
TrumpetFlugelhornHorn in FBugel
B.M. Royal Academy & M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Peru Eizagirre
Peru Eizagirre
Drums
13 years
Drums
M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Alden Hellmuth
Alden Hellmuth
Saxophone
15 years
SaxophoneFluteClarinetOboe
B.M. University of Hartford, M.M. UCLA
Dan Montgomery
Dan Montgomery
Bass
16 years
Bass
B.M. University of Miami
Julian Brezon
Julian Brezon
Saxophone
15 years
SaxophoneFluteClarinetPiano
M.M. City College of New York
Noa Chait
Noa Chait
Voice
10 years
VoicePiano
B.M. New School
Raphael Silverman
Raphael Silverman
Guitar
Experienced
Guitar
B.A. Columbia University
Ilhan Saferali
Ilhan Saferali
Piano
Experienced
PianoTrumpet
The New School
Alex Heffron
Alex Heffron
Guitar
Experienced
GuitarPiano
B.M. University of Colorado Boulder
Quinton Cain
Quinton Cain
Drums
Experienced
Drums
B.M. Manhattan School of Music
Finn Wiest
Finn Wiest
Drums
Experienced
DrumsPercussionPiano
Marcello Cardillo
Marcello Cardillo
Drums
Experienced
DrumsComposition
B.M. & M.M. Conservatory of Amsterdam, M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Michael Hilgendorf
Michael Hilgendorf
Guitar
Experienced
GuitarCompositionImprovisation
B.M. Columbia College Chicago, M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Peru Eizagirre
Peru Eizagirre
Drums
13 years
Drums
M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Alden Hellmuth
Alden Hellmuth
Saxophone
15 years
SaxophoneFluteClarinetOboe
B.M. University of Hartford, M.M. UCLA
Dan Montgomery
Dan Montgomery
Bass
16 years
Bass
B.M. University of Miami
Julian Brezon
Julian Brezon
Saxophone
15 years
SaxophoneFluteClarinetPiano
M.M. City College of New York
Noa Chait
Noa Chait
Voice
10 years
VoicePiano
B.M. New School
Raphael Silverman
Raphael Silverman
Guitar
Experienced
Guitar
B.A. Columbia University
Ilhan Saferali
Ilhan Saferali
Piano
Experienced
PianoTrumpet
The New School
Alex Heffron
Alex Heffron
Guitar
Experienced
GuitarPiano
B.M. University of Colorado Boulder
Quinton Cain
Quinton Cain
Drums
Experienced
Drums
B.M. Manhattan School of Music
Finn Wiest
Finn Wiest
Drums
Experienced
DrumsPercussionPiano
Marcello Cardillo
Marcello Cardillo
Drums
Experienced
DrumsComposition
B.M. & M.M. Conservatory of Amsterdam, M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Michael Hilgendorf
Michael Hilgendorf
Guitar
Experienced
GuitarCompositionImprovisation
B.M. Columbia College Chicago, M.M. Manhattan School of Music
Your path

From first squeaks to
polished performances.

Pick your style. We'll tailor the journey.

Orchestra, solo, and chamber literature — from Mozart to modern.

Skills
  • Embouchure & air
  • Chalumeau register
  • Crossing the break
  • Simple scales
Repertoire
  • Rubank method
  • Easy folk songs
  • Simple duets
  • Method book pieces
Skills
  • All 12 major scales
  • Clarion register
  • Baermann studies
  • Orchestral excerpts intro
Repertoire
  • Weber Concertino
  • Mozart Divertimenti
  • Stamitz Concerto
  • Baermann Adagio
Skills
  • Altissimo mastery
  • Orchestral audition preparation
  • Advanced concertos
  • Chamber music
Repertoire
  • Mozart Concerto
  • Brahms Sonatas
  • Copland Concerto
  • Poulenc Sonata

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Pricing

Fair pricing, real value.

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Membership
Starting at
$99 / month

The ClassPass-style membership for music.

Recurring studio lessons in NYC + unlimited access to group classes and workshops. Lower per-lesson cost than packages.

Hobby
Bi-weekly 45-min
$99/mo annual
$149/mo monthly
Pro Best value
Weekly 45-min + groups
$199/mo annual
$249/mo monthly
Elite
Weekly 60-min + rental
$249/mo annual
$299/mo monthly
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Packages
Starting at
$50 / lesson

Private 1-on-1 lessons.

Buy 4 or 10 credits at a time. Use at your pace. Same teacher every time. Credits roll forward.

Studio pricing · per lesson
30 minutes
Great for kids & quick lessons
from $50
$65 single · $50 w/ 10-pack
45 minutes Popular
Most students start here
from $65
$80 single · $65 w/ 10-pack
60 minutes
Deep practice & prep
from $80
$95 single · $80 w/ 10-pack
At-home lessons from $75/30 min · Westchester from $95/30 min. Full price list
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Not sure which fits? Book a $15 trial and we'll help you choose.

Prices shown are for NYC studio lessons and are subject to our terms of service.

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Need a clarinet? Rent one from us.

Rent a quality student clarinet from our studio. First lesson free. Try before you buy.

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5-star reviews.

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"I went from zero to playing my favorite songs in 6 months. My teacher meets me exactly where I am."
Sarah J. · Clarinet · Manhattan
"At-home lessons were a game-changer. My daughter literally counts down the days until Wednesday."
Michael T. · Clarinet · Westchester
"The personalized approach is incredible. I can play things I never imagined I could."
Jessica K. · Clarinet · Brooklyn
"Evening lessons fit my schedule and I finally have the creative outlet I've always wanted."
Linda P. · Clarinet · Queens
"Six months in and my skills have transformed. The quality of instruction is outstanding."
Emily K. · Clarinet · Brooklyn
"My teacher turned what felt intimidating into something exciting. I leave every lesson inspired."
David R. · Clarinet · Brooklyn
"I went from zero to playing my favorite songs in 6 months. My teacher meets me exactly where I am."
Sarah J. · Clarinet · Manhattan
"At-home lessons were a game-changer. My daughter literally counts down the days until Wednesday."
Michael T. · Clarinet · Westchester
"The personalized approach is incredible. I can play things I never imagined I could."
Jessica K. · Clarinet · Brooklyn
"Evening lessons fit my schedule and I finally have the creative outlet I've always wanted."
Linda P. · Clarinet · Queens
"Six months in and my skills have transformed. The quality of instruction is outstanding."
Emily K. · Clarinet · Brooklyn
"My teacher turned what felt intimidating into something exciting. I leave every lesson inspired."
David R. · Clarinet · Brooklyn
Common questions

Your Clarinet questions, answered.

Do I need my own clarinet?

Yes — consistent practice needs your own instrument. A plastic student clarinet is fine to start; we can help with rental or purchase.

Is clarinet hard to learn?

First sounds come quickly. The infamous 'break' between registers takes a few months to master, but most students get there with consistent practice.

What age can kids start?

Typically age 8+, once front teeth are stable and lung capacity is sufficient.

Can I learn jazz clarinet?

Yes — we have teachers with serious jazz chops, from swing-era Benny Goodman style to modern clarinet voices.

Do you teach bass clarinet?

Yes, especially as a second instrument after B♭ clarinet.

Are online clarinet lessons effective?

Yes — we use high-quality audio setups so tone comes through clearly, and shared-screen for sheet music & recordings.

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Our Locations

Home lessons & studio options

📍 Soho - by Prince Street

📍 Bed-Stuy - by the J/M/Z Myrtle Ave

📍 Bushwick - by the Wilson Ave L

📍 Crown Heights - by the Utica Ave A/C

📍 Prospect Heights - by Botanic Garden

📍 Greenpoint - by Greenpoint Ave G

📍 Upper East Side - by the 96th St 6

📍 Upper West Side - by the 1/2/3 96th St

📍 Financial District - by Wall St

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About our clarinet lessons

Kalman Music offers Clarinet Lessons New York City designed to help musicians of all levels refine their technique and develop a rich, expressive sound. These lessons provide structured instruction that balances technical mastery with musical artistry. Students receive focused attention on tone production, breath control, finger agility, and articulation, ensuring that each note is played with clarity and musical intent.

Lessons cater to a variety of styles, including classical, jazz, contemporary, and ensemble performance. Students are guided through exercises that strengthen finger coordination, refine embouchure, and enhance overall musicality. Emphasis is placed on phrasing, dynamics, and musical expression, helping clarinetists play with confidence and precision. Each session is structured to challenge the student while maintaining a supportive and engaging environment.

Kalman Music’s Top Clarinet Classes NYC emphasize practical application alongside technical skill. Students apply techniques to perform solos, duets, and ensemble pieces, gaining real-world experience in reading music, interpreting compositions, and performing with others. This approach ensures that clarinetists develop not only technical proficiency but also the musical sensitivity required for both stage and studio settings.

The lessons are adaptable to the student’s pace and musical goals. Beginners receive foundational instruction in posture, breathing, and finger positioning, while advanced players work on intricate passages, improvisation, and expressive performance techniques. Every session is designed to foster confidence, musical independence, and the ability to perform with precision across a variety of musical contexts.

Kalman Music focuses on cultivating a well-rounded musical skill set. Students are introduced to rhythm exercises, sight-reading, and ear training, which are critical for professional and amateur musicians alike. Lessons also incorporate repertoire from diverse genres, allowing clarinetists to develop versatility and expand their musical horizons. The balance of structured exercises and creative application ensures that students make steady, meaningful progress.

Group and private sessions are available to accommodate different learning preferences. Private lessons provide focused, one-on-one instruction, while group classes encourage collaboration, ensemble playing, and performance skills. Both formats emphasize interaction, feedback, and practical playing experiences, fostering a community where students can thrive musically.

Performance readiness is a key component of Kalman Music’s instruction. Students are encouraged to perform regularly, whether in recitals, ensemble settings, or recording situations. This focus on real-world application strengthens confidence, adaptability, and stage presence. Students gain the skills needed to handle a variety of musical challenges, from solo performances to ensemble work.

Kalman Music’s Clarinet Lessons New York City and Top Clarinet Classes NYC are tailored to cultivate technical proficiency, artistic expression, and performance confidence. Each student receives instruction designed to enhance musical abilities while fostering creativity and enjoyment.

Why choose Kalman Music for clarinet lessons?

Kalman Music combines personalized instruction with a supportive, inspiring environment. Lessons focus on skill mastery, expressive performance, and practical application, providing clarinetists with the tools to excel. With Top Clarinet Classes NYC, musicians experience focused growth while embracing their creative potential, making Kalman Music the ideal choice for passionate and dedicated clarinet players.

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