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13 June
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      Originally published in The Clarinet 45/3 (June 2018). Printed copies of The Clarinet are available for ICA members. An interview with Dr. John Donald Mohler  by Fred Ormand John Donald Mohler served as professor of clarinet at the University of Michigan from 1962 to his retirement in 1994, helping to shape a generation of clarinetists who have gone on to become influential teachers and performers. He studied at the Curtis Institute with Ralph McLane, and later earned the first doctorate in clarinet at the University of Michigan, under William Stubbins. He served as president of the International Clarinet Society from 1986-88 and wasRead More →

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by Kellie Lignitz-Hahn and Bret Pimentel   Interview with Sean Perrin In this issue, we present an interview with clarinetist, creator/host of the “Clarineat” podcast, and online entrepreneur Sean Perrin. Be sure to check out Sean’s work at clarineat.com, and subscribe to his (free) podcast using your favorite smartphone podcast app. What is your background as a clarinetist? I started playing at the age of 12 in school band. I practiced so much that I was awarded “Top Band Student” in Grade 7 and Grade 9. Why not Grade 8? Because my teacher felt that “nobody could practice this much” and disqualified me for lyingRead More →

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The ICA is proud to support young and upcoming clarinetists. The Young Artist Competition winner from ClarinetFest® 2017, Sunho Song, will be performing in a recital at ClarinetFest® 2018. Enjoy this brief interview with Sunho as we eagerly await his upcoming performance: 1) When and why did you start playing the clarinet? I started the playing clarinet when I was around 12. At first, the clarinet was just a small hobby for me but the love towards the instrument grew bigger and bigger and became my passion. 2) Who are your biggest musical influences? My biggest musical influence is Charles Neidich. 3) What was yourRead More →

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An Interview with Chloe Feoranzo  by Spencer Prewitt   Chloe Feoranzo is a New Orleans-based clarinetist who has built a varied career in jazz, big band and commercial genres. She has performed with Scott Bradlee’s sensational group Postmodern Jukebox, which reimagines current pop music hits in vintage styles. Feoranzo has also toured the world with her clarinet and has performed on the Late Show with David Letterman and at the Grand Ole Opry. Her path to success is as interesting as her stories from the road and proves to be an interview that’s not to be missed.  Spencer Prewitt: Thank you so much for taking time from your busy schedule to sit down with me andRead More →