I've been lucky enough to play and teach clarinet everywhere from Broadway pits to elite music schools. I built Clarinet Ninja for adults who love music, clarinet, and want to get better.
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You can practice alone for years and still feel stuck. The right teacher shows you what's working (and what's not). The right group keeps you accountable and makes learning fun.
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"You are not only the best clarinet teacher I have ever had. You are the best teacher I have ever had."
- Dave B
"I played clarinet for years in my community band. Jay has helped me play things I never thought possible before and I have had a great time doing it."
- Mark F
"Jay has many insights on the clarinet both musically and technically. Through his experience as a performer and teacher I have been able to add many new tools to my playing which helped me perform my first recital in 45 years at the age of 66."
- Gary W
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The Clarinet Ninja Blog has practical tips on technique, tone, and repertoire straight from my years of performing and teaching.
Meet your instructor
I'm Jay Hassler
I've been lucky to have an amazing clarinet career: Broadway, major orchestras, Carnegie Hall, and just about everywhere else you can play clarinet professionally.
When the pandemic stopped live performances, I started teaching adults who chose the clarinet because they love music, and I found out I loved doing it!
So I built Clarinet Ninja. I teach the same professional techniques I learned performing at the highest level, but structure them for adult learners who want better tone, solid technique, and a supportive community.
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