Instrument Information - Wind
Who can learn?
Children, youth and adults
Minimum starting age: 7 years
What do you need?
your own wind instrument: flute, clarinet, saxophone, oboe.
A good quality instrument is essential – cheap brands will not last and cannot be repaired.reeds for clarinet, saxophone and oboe
neck strap or harness for saxophone
instrument cleaning equipment
folder for music
music will be provided for initial lessons: your tutor will advise you if you need to purchase music-books
music stand for home practice
What do you bring to the lesson?
Your instrument and accessories you need to play your instrument
Your music folder and music books
For individual lessons: a notebook for your teacher to record feedback and what to prepare for the next lesson
How much should I practice?
At least 5 days a week; but everyday is better!
Beginners: 10-15 minutes each practice - one practice in the morning and another in the afternoon or evening are great for beginners
After 1 year of study: 20-30 minutes each practice
2-4 years of study: 30-40 minutes each practice
5 or more years of study: 40–60 minutes each practice
Your lesson time with your teacher is quite short and happens just once a week – what you do at home between lessons on each day of the week is what makes the difference!