Clear structure.
Strong fundamentals.
Confident performance.
Weekly clarinet coaching built around a proven practice system — developing reliable technique, a strong sound, and the confidence to perform under pressure.
Clarinetist, Royal Australian Navy Band · Professional performer · 13+ years teaching · Sydney & Australia‑wide online
Who this is for
This studio is for committed clarinet students who want meaningful, long‑term progress — not rushed results.
Advanced high school students
University and pre-professional students
Younger students (ages 7–12) are also welcomed where strong fundamentals, healthy technique, and consistent practice habits are prioritised from the beginning
The problem
Practising consistently but not improving fast enough
Not knowing what to practise or why
Inconsistent sound and technique
Feeling unprepared or tense under performance pressure
Many students practise regularly but feel their progress is slow, unclear, or unreliable.
The issue is rarely effort. It’s usually lack of structure.
The Method
All students are trained through a clear, professional framework:
Diagnose → Structure → Fundamentals → Perform
Diagnose
We identify what is actually limiting progress.
Structure
Each student receives a clear weekly practice system — what to practise, how to practise, and why it matters.
Fundamentals
Tone, breath, embouchure, articulation, fingers, and coordination are built properly and in the correct order.
Perform
Preparation becomes reliable, so sound and technique hold up under pressure.
Results/Progression
What changes over 6-12 months
Clear, efficient practice habits
A more reliable, controlled sound
Improved technical ease and coordination
Progress of approximately 2–4 AMEB grades
Confidence preparing for exams, auditions, and performances
Most importantly, students gain independence — they understand how to improve on their own.
Why this is different
As a Clarinetist with the Royal Australian Navy Band, preparation is not optional — it is the standard.
Clear systems
Disciplined preparation
Consistency under pressure
That same environment shapes how students are trained here: no rushing, no guesswork, no random fixes — just structured development that produces reliable results.
In-person & Online Lessons
In person in Sydney
Online (Zoom) for students Australia‑wide
Both formats follow the same structured, professional approach and expectations.
Online (Zoom) Lessons
Practice structure
Technical development
Sound and articulation work
Zoom is treated as a professional teaching format, not a fallback.
Simple Zoom Setup
Online lessons are conducted using a desktop or laptop computer only to maintain appropriate audio quality.
Mobile devices (phones or tablets) are not suitable, as they do not allow the necessary audio settings for high‑quality music instruction.
Using a compatible external microphone can further improve sound clarity, particularly for tone and articulation work.
A stable internet connection and music stand are required. Setup guidance is provided in the first lesson.
What students and families say
“Rayson had around six months of clarinet lessons at school before starting lessons in October 2024. Since then, we’ve seen a significant improvement in his playing, confidence, and overall musicianship. Constantine has helped him build strong foundations and a much clearer understanding of his playing, and the results have been excellent. He was recently selected for a top state band on clarinet.”
—Rayson’s mum
“Before starting lessons, my experience with the clarinet was limited to high school and I had only a basic understanding of the instrument. From the first lesson, Constantine identified my habits and helped rebuild my playing on a stronger foundation. Over time, my confidence increased and I developed a clearer understanding of how to manage tone and consistency while playing. He encourages learning from mistakes and adapts his teaching to each student’s pace.”
—August, adult student
Ready to begin?
If you are serious about developing properly on the clarinet: