--- product_id: 23861874 title: "Benny Goodman's Clarinet Method" price: "€ 43.12" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.at/products/23861874-benny-goodmans-clarinet-method store_origin: AT region: Austria --- # Benny Goodman's Clarinet Method **Price:** € 43.12 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Benny Goodman's Clarinet Method - **How much does it cost?** € 43.12 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.at](https://www.desertcart.at/products/23861874-benny-goodmans-clarinet-method) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Benny Goodman's Clarinet Method is a classic instructional book by legendary jazz clarinetist Benny Goodman, created for beginning clarinet students who want to build tone, style, technique, and musical expression through a historically rooted approach. Written by Goodman himself, this method introduces core clarinet fundamentals in a clear, practical format that supports early study while reflecting the musical perspective of one of jazz history’s most influential performers. The book guides beginning clarinet players through essential skills such as assembling and tuning the clarinet, proper playing position, scales, expression, and technique-building exercises. Standard notation, instructional text, and illustrations support the learning process, while 11 tunes provide playable material that helps students apply foundational skills directly in music. This combination makes the method useful for guided study, private instruction, or independent practice. Because the method was written by Goodman himself, the book reflects the musical values and stylistic clarity that helped define the golden era of jazz clarinet. Students gain insight into phrasing, tone control, and expressive interpretation while building the technical habits necessary for confident playing. Teachers often value this method for its straightforward structure, while independent learners appreciate the logical progression of concepts that keeps practice engaging and purposeful. Song List Breakfast Feud * Clarinade * Cocoanut Grove * Gone With What Draft * Grand Slam * I'm Here * Oomph Fah Fah * Scarecrow * Shivers * Six Appeal * Slipped Disc Whether used as a first clarinet method, a jazz study resource, or a meaningful gift for aspiring clarinet players, this enduring instructional book connects modern learners with the technique, sound, and musical spirit of one of the most celebrated clarinetists in jazz history. Review: Classic instruction from one of the greatest clarinet masters of the 20th Century - Written at the peak of his career, Benny teaches you how to practice to become like he was. Well, you may not be the King of Swing, because Swing doesn't rule the world anymore, but yes. You too can become a great clarinetist! Review: Melodically and harmonically interesting - Solid fundamental book of scales and interval exercises. His etudes are melodically and harmonically interesting, really fun to play. A nice departure from the classical method books. Even his short articulation exercises are unusual and interesting to play. ## Features - Pages: 96 - Instrumentation: Clarinet ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #188,675 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #40 in Clarinets (Books) #1,048 in Music Instruction & Study (Books) #1,074 in Composer & Musician Biographies | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 72 Reviews | ## Images ![Benny Goodman's Clarinet Method - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71cZX4eQarL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Classic instruction from one of the greatest clarinet masters of the 20th Century *by K***N on April 6, 2025* Written at the peak of his career, Benny teaches you how to practice to become like he was. Well, you may not be the King of Swing, because Swing doesn't rule the world anymore, but yes. You too can become a great clarinetist! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Melodically and harmonically interesting *by L***S on April 12, 2015* Solid fundamental book of scales and interval exercises. His etudes are melodically and harmonically interesting, really fun to play. A nice departure from the classical method books. Even his short articulation exercises are unusual and interesting to play. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Exactly what you would expect from "The Professor" *by D***N on October 9, 2009* While many books on the clarinet are out on the market, it is a rare opportunity to experience one from a clarinetist with the fame, renown and talent of Benny Goodman. This short method book presents brief articles discussing basic techniques, methodology and even a little clarinet history. Mr. Goodman's knowledge and encouragement to the student are presented in a straightforward, no-nonsense style. The method book presents listings of all of the major and minor scales as well as over three dozen separate exercises working with timing, intervals, syncopation and more advanced chromatic work. The book also includes several of Mr. Goodman's solo works, including the accompaniments for the other instruments in the piece. While the books is excellent in all respects, there are a couple of minor flaws. The first flaw is the lack of a fingering chart normally seen in most method books. This would indicate that Mr. Goodman and the subsequent editors felt the method was geared more towards intermediate and advanced students. This also leads to the second flaw, which is the focus on the more experienced student. The presentation of the material assumes the reader is familiar with the basics of music and is familiar with all of the basic fingerings of the clarinet's three major registers. The altissimo register and the upper clarion register are heavily emphasized and beginning students having issues with these registers would have difficulties without further technique development. These very minor flaws do not detract from the fact that this small volume is a great method book for intermediate and advanced students and offers a rare insight into one of the greatest clarinet players of the 20th Century. Any serious clarinetist should pick up this book as they will be richly rewarded. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.at/products/23861874-benny-goodmans-clarinet-method](https://www.desertcart.at/products/23861874-benny-goodmans-clarinet-method) --- *Product available on Desertcart Austria* *Store origin: AT* *Last updated: 2026-06-03*