Open the case & Name the parts (Lesson 1)

Assemble the Mouthpiece, Reed & Barrel

The clarinet can be quite confusing to assemble correctly.

Watch this video to gain a better perspective on this process. 

I really like how he explains the importance of cork grease and the need for using small twists when connecting the upper & lower joints. 

How to make a sound (Lesson 3)

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Watch Lessons #3, #4, #5 Then check out the others as well 

 It's really important that you're able to get a sound on just the mouthpiece and barrel.  This will confirm that your reed is attached to the mouthpiece correctly and your lip muscles are formed properly. 

Watch this 3 min video that explains what it should sound like if you blow into just the 2 top pieces of the clarinet.