The Clarinet Ninja Podcast: Clarinet Lessons & Practice Tips

The Clarinet Ninja Podcast: Clarinet Lessons & Practice Tips

Hosted by: Jay Hassler

The Clarinet Ninja Podcast teaches adult clarinet players how to learn faster and play better using science-based practice methods. Host Jay Hassler brings you interviews with world-class clarinetists like Ricardo...

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ClarinetFest 2025 in Fort Worth! Why You Need to Be There + Behind the Scenes with ICA Leaders

Are you ready for the clarinet event of the year? 🎶 Join me for a fun and inspiring conversation with Dr. Cathy Wood, President of the International Clarinet Association (ICA), and Jessica Harrie, ICA Executive...
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From Crutches to Clarinets: What Injury Recovery Taught Me About Adult Learning

🎧 Ever feel like your progress is slower than it should be? In this inspiring episode, I reflect on my journey recovering from a broken foot and the surprising parallels it shares with learning the clarinet as an...
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Inside the Art of Making Brad Behn Clarinet Mouthpieces

🎶 In Part 2 of our conversation with master craftsman Brad Behn, we dive deep into how he actually creates his legendary clarinet mouthpieces. From material selection to design philosophy and precision hand-finishing,...
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Brad Behn Interview Part 1: From Clarinetist to Master Mouthpiece Maker

🎶 In this episode of the Clarinet Ninja Podcast, we sit down with world-renowned mouthpiece, barrel, bell, reed, and reed case maker Brad Behn. Discover how Brad’s journey from professional clarinetist to master...
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Mitchell Estrin Interview: Essays on Clarinet Performance & Teaching

In this episode, we dive into Writing the Vandoren Wave, a compelling collection of essays by acclaimed clarinetist and educator Mitchell Estrin. This book offers powerful insights into the art of clarinet playing,...
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Ricardo Morales Interview: Journey to Principal Clarinet (Part 2)

Episode 2: Ricardo Morales – Mastering the Clarinet & Finding the Right Gear In this episode of the Clarinet Ninja Podcast, Ricardo Morales returns to share his insights on teaching and learning the clarinet. We...
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Ricardo Morales Interview: Journey to Principal Clarinet (Part 1)

Episode 1: Ricardo Morales – From Prodigy to Principal In the premiere episode of the Clarinet Ninja Podcast, I’m joined by the incredible Ricardo Morales. We dive into his journey to becoming principal clarinet of...
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Science-Based Clarinet Practice with Dr. Molly Gebrian Part 2

Episode 4: Molly Gebrian – Science-Based Practice Techniques Molly Gebrian returns to the Clarinet Ninja Podcast to dive even deeper into the science of learning. In this episode, she shares specific, research-backed...
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Science-Based Clarinet Practice with Dr. Molly Gebrian Part 1

Episode 3: Molly Gebrian – Learn Faster, Perform Better In this episode of the Clarinet Ninja Podcast, I’m joined by Molly Gebrian, violist, neuroscientist, and author of Learn Faster, Perform Better. She breaks down...
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