Clinics and Lessons

Private Lessons


Private lessons are available for clarinet, saxophone, and piano. Lessons are given out of my home in Moscow, Idaho. Lesson policies are as follows:

  • Students must commit to a year of lessons
  • Lessons are paid for the first lesson of each month
  • No refund for no-shows and 24-hour cancellation notice required



Rates


Clarinet/saxophone: $25 for half-hour lesson
Piano: $20 for a half-hour lesson


Clinics and Master Classes


Interested in having Del come to your school or event? Sessions will be catered to individual requests and needs. In addition, private tutoring can be included as time allows. Request either half or full day sessions. Fees for sessions will be discussed per individual basis and will include meals, travel and lodging (as needed).


Suggested clinic topics to get you thinking...

  • Tone and embouchure development for all wind instruments.
  • How is practicing similar to aerobics or working out? Learn effective methods of practicing using games and other fun activities.
  • Musical Advocacy -- sessions especially designed for music educators and administrators. Where to start when you may have to save your music program!
  • What? Breathing is important for playing a wind instrument?!
  • How to spot the basic playing problems in your band program and methods of fixing them.
  • So, you want to write and produce a musical in your school? Some valuable tips on how to involve students and classroom teachers in the process.
  • Everything you ever wanted to know about playing the clarinet but were afraid to ask.
  • The dreaded "altissimo" register of the clarinet. How to make it easier to play the high notes and sound good!
  • Starting beginners from A - Z. 
  • Classroom management according to "Love and Logic" in the music classroom.
  • Have a group of performers preparing for a contest? Schedule a master class!

To schedule a clinic, masterclass, or private lessons, contact Del through e-mail at: del.hungerford@gmail.com