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Teaching Axis<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Saxophone Fingering Chart<\/a> -New March 2023 correct Bis Bb fingering for flat keys and A# fingering for chromatic and sharp keys<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Clarinet Fingering Chart<\/a> -New March 2023 includes A and Bb resonance fingerings<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Clarinet Warmups<\/a> – New May 2023<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Saxophone Warmups<\/a> – New May 2023<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Bass Clarinet Warmups<\/a> –New May 2023<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Travelling With Reeds <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Low Woodwind, Brass, and String Sectionals<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Updated Ligatures<\/a> 2020<\/p>\n\n\n\n Reed Gadgets<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n On Practicing<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Internet Lesson Protocols for Distance Learning<\/a> – Updated May 2021<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Saxophone-and-Clarinet-Fundamentals<\/a> – A primer on breathing, embouchure, reeds, articulation and smart practicing Updated May 2023<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Excelling at a Musical Instrument<\/a> – An essay on the keys to success in music<\/p>\n\n\n\n LEARNING PRINCIPLES<\/a>– A set of timeless principles to aid in growth<\/p>\n\n\n\n Reed Seasoning and Adjustment<\/a> – Advice on how to maximize your reed’s potential. Updated June 2025<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n An Appraisal of Student Reeds<\/a> – Rico, Rico Royal and Vandoren Juno reeds in an A\/B\/C challenge<\/p>\n\n\n\n Ligature Choices for Clarinet and Saxophone<\/a>– Based on extensive field testing of many brands and styles of ligatures 2015<\/p>\n\n\n\n Ligature Roundup<\/a>– an appraisal of new options available! 2025<\/p>\n\n\n\n Developing a Nuanced Vibrato<\/a> – Tips on how and when to use vibrato<\/p>\n\n\n\n Excellent Single Reed Mouthpieces for Students<\/a> – A thorough examination of available options<\/p>\n\n\n\n Why Saxophonists Need A Jazz and Classical Mouthpiece<\/a> – A look at the mechanics and considerations of mouthpiece selection – Updated May 2022<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Clarinet Pinky and Left Hand Exercise<\/a> – includes throat resonance fingerings! Updated May 2023<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The Power of One Note<\/a> – quotes from great musicians regarding the importance of your personal sound and the character of our instruments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Self One vs. Self Two<\/a> – From the Inner Game Institute. How to learn without self-criticism. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Jazz Chord Symbols and Spelling<\/a> – For young improvisers to write into their parts<\/p>\n\n\n\n 12 Bar Blues Chords<\/a> – In all keys<\/p>\n\n\n\n Meridiem Wind Orchestra Clinic Brochure<\/a> -Provided to two secondary schools in the Greater Victoria District each Fall and Spring<\/p>\n\n\n\n