Paul Harris: The Clarinet is a practical and dynamic guide to all aspects of clarinet playing, ideal for students from Grade 5 (intermediate level) upwards and professionals alike. The author’s seminal book on the instrument, this is a complete companion to playing, from practice through to performance.

Bursting with excerpts from the clarinet canon in addition to many concise exercises to help master specific techniques, ideas are beautifully illustrated with diagrams and photos throughout. This comprehensive guide extends to historical timelines and references to recordings as well as repertoire timings for recitals.

From posture and warming up, breathing and embouchure, how to take care of your instrument to performance style, The Clarinet is the ultimate companion for every player seeking to master their instrument

Paul Harris: The Clarinet is the seminal guide to every facet of clarinet playing. In this comprehensive companion, acclaimed author Paul Harris shares his unique insights towards gaining mastery of the instrument, inspiring both students (from intermediate level) and professionals alike to develop an individual clarinet personality.

In-depth, clear and universally relevant, The Clarinet is Paul Harris’s complete philosophy of playing, equipping clarinettists with innovative ways to overcome the instrument’s technical, musical and practical challenges and ultimately, enhance the enjoyment of their art.

Chapter by chapter Harris reveals how each aspect of playing is interdependent, from posture and preparing to play to the science of sound production. Practical exercises target each area, covering breathing, embouchure, articulation and finger-work, and sit alongside a plethora of excerpts from the clarinet canon. An all-encompassing approach, Harris discloses his expert advice on stylistic performance through to instrument maintenance, supported by diagrams and illustrations. Including a unique map of clarinet dynasties, recordings and repertoire timings, The Clarinet leads the player on a path of limitless learning, from practice to performance.

“This book is a wonderful addition to the clarinet community. Understanding the mysteries of the clarinet helps bring us closer to the instrument.” Karl Leister, Clarinettist