Online PRIVATE lessons

I offer online clarinet lessons for students who want focused, thoughtful instruction without geographic limitations. Online study is a core part of my studio and is well suited to motivated students seeking clarity, efficiency, and long-term improvement.

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All online lessons are booked below.

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Who Online Lessons Are For

 

Online lessons are an excellent fit for students who:

 

• Are college-bound high school clarinetists preparing auditions or major repertoire

• Are adult returners looking to rebuild confidence, tone, or embouchure efficiency

• Are advanced clarinetists seeking greater consistency and technical clarity

• Prefer structured, high-focus lessons without weekly travel

 

Students should be comfortable working independently between lessons and engaging thoughtfully with feedback.

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What We Work On

 

Lessons are individualized and goal-driven. Common areas of focus include:

 

• Embouchure efficiency and sustainability

• Tone production and consistency across registers

• Technical coordination and clarity

• Practice strategies and problem solving

• Musical confidence and interpretive decision-making

 

The emphasis is on long-term solutions, not quick fixes.

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Focused Study Packages

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Online students may choose Focused Study Packages, which are four-lesson series focused on a single, clearly defined goal. This format works especially well online, allowing for concentrated diagnostic work, clear feedback, and efficient progress over a short period of time.

 

Focused Study Packages may address specific needs such as rebuilding embouchure efficiency (Embouchure Reset), reducing unnecessary tension (Technique Without Tension), or creating a clearer daily practice structure (Establishing Your Practice Routine). These short-term options are ideal for students seeking targeted help without ongoing weekly commitments.

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Why Online Lessons Work

 

Online instruction allows for:

 

• Clear visual diagnostics using strategic camera angles

• Focused listening and detailed verbal feedback

• Recorded sessions for reference and practice review

• Efficient use of lesson time without travel or setup constraints

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For many students, online lessons provide greater consistency and clarity than in-person study.

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Lesson Format & Scheduling

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• Lessons are conducted via Zoom

• Lesson availability is shown in real time through the scheduling system

• All booking, payment, and studio policies are handled directly on this site

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I maintain a limited online studio to ensure consistent attention and preparation.

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About the Instructor

 

Dr. Larkin Sanders is a clarinetist, educator, and entrepreneur based in Kansas City, Missouri. She holds a Doctor of Music degree and has taught at the university level, in addition to maintaining an active performance and teaching career.

 

Her teaching prioritizes:

 

• Clear fundamentals

• Sustainable technique

• Confidence and independence in students

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Learn more about my credentials on my portfolio website by clicking on this link. 

Read my full teaching philosophy and lesson policies by clicking on this link.

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Online instruction is an intentional and established part of her studio practice.

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Scheduling Note

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I am expecting a baby in late February or early March and will be taking time off around that period. Online lessons are expected to resume after approximately two weeks of recovery; however, this timeline may be extended if medically necessary. Any affected lessons will be rescheduled or credited, and students will be notified as soon as possible.