Measures of Success Clarinet Book 2: Clarinet Method Book

Sheldon and her co-authors built this method around the idea that students learn best when they understand the why behind what they play. The integration of music literacy, performance, and cultural context means your clarinetists aren't just reading exercises; they're developing genuine musicianship from the ground up.

Playing through this book feels like unlocking layers of musicianship. Early pages build confidence with familiar patterns and clear exercises, while progression introduces richer harmonic language and more expressive musical ideas that keep students engaged and challenged.

Clarinet students in Book 2 who have solid fundamentals and are ready to deepen both their technical abilities and musical understanding. This book works equally well in traditional concert band settings or in sectional study, as it balances individual clarinet development with ensemble readiness.

• Connect new techniques to the musical concepts introduced in each lesson; students absorb fingerings faster when they understand how a passage functions harmonically or structurally.
• Use the supplementary listening and cultural materials to spark discussions about style and intent before asking students to perform a piece.
• Encourage students to self-assess their progress using the built-in assessment tools; ownership of their own growth accelerates advancement.

Integrate this as your primary clarinet study text throughout the year, with exercises and pieces rotating into sectionals or full ensemble rehearsals to reinforce concepts in context. The method's emphasis on assessment also makes it valuable for tracking individual growth during spring recordings or student evaluations.

• Expanded clarinet register and facility across the break
• Reading and performing in mixed keys (sharp and flat tonalities)
• Understanding harmonic function and chord relationships
• Stylistic awareness across musical genres and cultural traditions
• Self-assessment and reflective practice habits
• Ensemble balance and sectional independence