Clarinet Lessons
Clarinet Lessons in Gwinnett
The clarinet is a woodwind instrument with a beautiful sound and pure even tone. The clarinet has one of the largest ranges of pitch of all musical instruments. Whether you’re learning for a school band or on your own, Lawrenceville-Suwanee School of Music provides individually tailored clarinet lessons for students of all ages and levels. Beginning students start with the fundamentals of clarinet lessons, including clarinet assembly, proper reed position, embouchure (use of facial muscles and the shaping of the lips to the mouthpiece of woodwind instruments), efficient breathing and air stream. Advanced students continue to progress in their clarinet lessons with gradually challenging exercises, developing even tone, correct hand and finger positioning, while learning more significant clarinet repertoire. Clarinet lessons include theory, ear training, sight-reading, technique, and history. Both of our locations provide comprehensive clarinet lessons and music education.
About the Clarinet
The clarinet belongs to the woodwind family of instruments. It has a single-reed mouthpiece, a straight cylindrical tube, and a flared bell. The clarinet has its roots in the early single-reed instruments or hornpipes used in Ancient Greece, Egypt, and Europe since the Middle Ages.
The modern clarinet was developed from a Baroque instrument called the chalumeau. Similar to a recorder, it had a single-reed mouthpiece and a cylindrical bore. Around the turn of the 18th century, the chalumeau was modified by converting one of its keys into a register key to produce the first clarinet and this is attributed to German instrument maker Johann Christoph Denner. The classical clarinet of Mozart’s day typically had eight finger holes and five keys. Mozart considered the tone of the clarinet as closest in quality to the human voice. By the time of Beethoven (c. 1800–1820), the clarinet was a standard fixture in the orchestra. The clarinet is the central instrument for many genres including jazz.
Why choose us for clarinet lessons?
The Best Comprehensive Music Lessons in Gwinnett
Lawrenceville-Suwanee School of Music offers music lessons in voice, piano, guitar, bass guitar, ukulele, violin, viola, cello, drums, percussion, mandolin, clarinet, flute, saxophone, Greek instruments, art lessons and early childhood music development classes round out the selection of experiences offered. Learn more about our music programs.
The Most Highly Qualified Teaching Faculty in Gwinnett County
Our faculty have instrument specific degrees from renowned universities or professional performance experience. In addition to their teaching credentials, our faculty is dedicated to tailoring music lessons to your interests by learning about your personal musical goals and helping you achieve them. Our instructors have warm personalities and are friendly, and patient.
Musician Owned and Operated
With over 54 years of musical experience, Mrs. Valencia Giles, professional pianist and flutist, musician, author, and composer brings her belief in the value of music education to the forefront of the LSSM mission. As director and owner, Mrs. Giles has assembled a team of professional musicians who share her passion and enthusiasm for quality music education. Learn more about our director here.
Most Awarded School in Gwinnett
Thanks to our teachers, parents, and students, we have received many awards for best musical instruction. Just to mention a few: The Best of Gwinnett 8 years in a row, Gwinnett’s Daily Readers Choice Awards in 2016 and 2017, Best of Suwanee in 2015 and 2016, Chamber of Commerce Small Business Award and Semi-Finalist in 2016, Best of Thumbtack in 2015 and 2016, and winners of the Moxie Award for Outstanding Organization by the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce.
Modern State of the Art Facility
Centrally located in the heart of Lawrenceville and Suwanee. The Lawrenceville campus is at 1612 Collins Hill Road and the Suwanee location is at 345 Peachtree Industrial Blvd 30024. Our school is convenient to all areas of Gwinnett. Instead of waiting in a music retail store showroom, our clients enjoy a comfortable and professional parents lounge with free Wi-Fi, kids’ toys, and magazines. Spacious studio rooms are equipped with upright pianos and enhanced with weighted keyboards & technology for modern music lessons. Safety is our #1 priority; we have cameras in every room and observation windows for every classroom. Providing excellent music lessons since 2009 in the Lawrenceville, Suwanee, Dacula, Buford, Duluth, Hamilton Mill, Flowery Branch, and Snellville area year round.
Providing Excellence Since 2009 for Music Lessons in Lawrenceville and Suwanee, Georgia
Visit our testimonial page to see what our parents and students are saying. Every year, aspiring music teachers start their own studio, and a year or two later it’s closed. Lawrenceville-Suwanee School of Music has a proven track record of offering quality piano, guitar, voice/singing, violin, viola, cello, bass guitar, clarinet, flute, mandolin, ukulele, and art lessons in Gwinnett for the Lawrenceville, Suwanee, Dacula, Buford, Duluth, Hamilton Mill, and Flowery Branch area year round. See our testimonial page.
Excellent Student Achievement and Reward System
The “Star Music Masters” awards program developed by our Music Director Mrs. Giles, is exclusive to LSSM students only. The “Star Masters” achievement program increases students' engagement during lessons and progress provides great motivation for goal attainment. Each student will receive a trophy once a year based on their level.
The “Galaxy Music Program” (created by Music Director Mrs. Giles) is a fun, voluntary program for student lesson progress. Musicians receive their galaxy medal when they’ve reached eleven levels of performance and they are rewarded with a party. This program is exclusively for students of LSSM.
Funny Money (created by Music Director Mrs. Giles) is a fun game that inspires students to practice daily without the pressure. The more you practice, the more funny money you earn.
100 Days of Practice – This fun incentive program challenges our students to practice for 100 consecutive days. Students who practice for 100 consecutive days receive a medal at their pizza party! Students are able to celebrate together and make new friends!
Super Star Program - (for all ages) when participating in this program, students will be given a letter of outstanding achievement to present to their school or teacher.
Composer Circle- Students join the composer circle when they’ve written or arranged their own song. They receive a medal in the recitals and attend our fun pizza party to celebrate their success.
LSSM – Early Childhood Music Classes
The Music for Little Mozart’s program is a fun and exciting 45 minute group piano class for 4-6 year old’s that is written to provide appropriate piano instruction for young beginners while simultaneously developing listening skills. Our preschoolers really learn how to play the piano. See Little Mozart program.
Open 6 Days a Week for Today’s Busy Parents
Lawrenceville-Suwanee School of Music offers music lessons in piano, guitar, violin, viola, voice/singing, flute, cello, drums, clarinet, flute, art, Greek instruments and more! We are open six days a week to accommodate your busy schedule. Music lessons are billed monthly with no semester commitment.
Student Discount Vouchers
We are the only music school that consistently helps you save money on your books and supplies throughout the year. We also make it easy and convenient by offering music books and accessories in both locations. All of our current students receive a 10% student discount on all retail. If two siblings enroll, you will receive a 20% discount; three siblings, 30%; four siblings, 40%, and so on. These discounts will continue for the entire duration of your enrollment at LSSM. This is a great savings opportunity for any family!
Amazing Art Classes!
Every week our students are growing and increasing their skill level in their ability to create various styles of art. They are exploring the “Art for Fun” class that introduces them to many forms of art, or they are having a ball learning how to draw their favorite cartoons in our “Cartoon Art Class.” What versatility, to have one child taking piano and another child in the art class down the hall. What a wonderful way to save time and get all you need for your children in one wonderful location: the Lawrenceville-Suwanee School of Music. See our art program here.