Lamont offers an exceptional environment for clarinetists, combining individualized instruction with world-class resources and performance opportunities.. Our studio is vibrant and collaborative, where clarinetists challenge and support one another in pursuit of artistic excellence. Guided by Prof. Jeremy Reynolds, students engage in intensive private lessons, chamber music, performance class, large ensembles, and masterclasses with renowned guest artists. In Lamont’s clarinet studio, students celebrate each other’s successes and push one another to reach new artistic heights.

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Audition Requirements

Clarinet Auditions

Studying Clarinet at Lamont

At the Lamont School of Music, clarinet students thrive in a focused, collaborative, and supportive environment. With a studio of around ten undergraduates and two graduate students, you’ll receive individualized attention while building strong connections with your peers and faculty.

Your weekly schedule centers on private lessons with Dr. Reynolds, who caters instruction based on each student’s musical goals. Clarinet class happens most weeks and allows the studio to gather together to work on mainstream clarinet repertoire and performance skills. Woodwind Class occurs every week at Lamont and is a unique class that allows all woodwind students the opportunity to perform for each other in a supportive setting to share feedback and receive insights from the full woodwind faculty. 

Students perform on B-flat clarinet in ensembles and rotate regularly on E-flat and bass clarinet to build versatility. You'll gain experience in both the Lamont Symphony Orchestra and Wind Ensemble, with chamber music each quarter.

Outside the studio, opportunities abound. Lamont’s size allows for personalized attention and meaningful connections, while the city of Denver offers a vibrant music scene with regional orchestras, gigs, and teaching opportunities. Our students are active performers in the community and often get paid work before they even graduate.

In Lamont’s clarinet studio, you’ll learn to listen critically, shape your sound, and contribute meaningfully to every ensemble. Most importantly, since our studio is relatively small, every student is known, supported, and challenged to reach their full potential. If you’re looking for a place to grow as a musician, artist, and individual, the Lamont clarinet studio offers a vibrant and supportive home.

10-12 clarinet students at Lamont

Over 5 ensembles to participate in each quarter

300+ performance opportunities per year

Faculty

Clarinet students at Lamont study with award-winning clarinetist Dr. Jeremy ReynoldsPraised as “a wizard of sound” (Poland Twoja Muza) and known for “excellent lyrical playing and technical prowess” (International Clarinet Association), Dr. Reynolds made his Carnegie Hall debut in 2015 and has performed across six continents and. He is Assistant Principal Clarinet of the Colorado Springs Philharmonic and former Principal of the Tucson Symphony Orchestra. A passionate educator and chamber musician, Dr. Reynolds has taught at top international conservatories and collaborated with renowned artists worldwide.

Jeremy Reynolds with clarinet

Jeremy Reynolds

Professor, Clarinet

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Clarinet section rehearses with Lamont Symphony Orchestra

Auditions

Applicants may choose to either audition in person in Denver OR submit a recorded video audition. 

Applications received after January 15 will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. You may indicate your preference for a live or virtual audition on the Lamont application.

Click here to view the current year’s audition dates and the full steps for how to apply.

  • In-Person Audition Requirements
    All auditions are approximately 15 minutes in length. The applicant will choose one of their prepared works to perform. The faculty will choose the second of the prepared works and possibly an additional work as well. For questions regarding audition requirements, please contact Dr. Jeremy Reynolds.
    Undergraduate (BM and BA)
    • Two (2) contrasting Rose etudes (one technical, one lyrical)
    • First movement from a standard concerto, including but not limited to: 
      • Crusell, Concerti
      • Mozart, Clarinet Concerto
      • Spohr, Concerti
      • Stamitz, Concerti
      • Weber, Concertino (complete)
      • Weber, Concerto No. 1
      • Weber, Concerto No. 2

     

    Undergraduate (Minor)
    • Two (2) contrasting Rose etudes, one lyrical and one technical

     

    Graduate (MM and Certificate in Performance)
    • A complete concerto or sonata
    • An unaccompanied 20th/21st Century solo
    • Three (3) standard orchestral excerpts

     

    Artist Diploma
    • Same requirements as MM and certificate in performance
    • Any French conservatory solo

     

    Review Requirements for Certificate in Orchestral Studies

  • Video Audition Requirements
    Applicants unable to travel to Denver for a live audition may submit a video audition via the Lamont application. Repertoire may be recorded separately in multiple takes; editing within each take is prohibited. For questions regarding audition requirements, please contact Professor Jeremy Reynolds.
    Undergraduate (BM and BA)
    • Two (2) contrasting Rose etudes (one technical, one lyrical)
    • First movement from a standard concerto, including but not limited to: 
      • Crusell, Concerti
      • Mozart, Clarinet Concerto
      • Spohr, Concerti
      • Stamitz, Concerti
      • Weber, Concertino (complete)
      • Weber, Concerto No. 1
      • Weber, Concerto No. 2

     

    Undergraduate (Minor)
    • Two (2) contrasting Rose etudes, one lyrical and one technical

     

    Graduate (MM and Certificate in Performance)
    • A complete concerto or sonata
    • An unaccompanied 20th/21st Century solo
    • Three (3) standard orchestral excerpts

     

    Artist Diploma
    • Same requirements as MM and certificate in performance
    • Any French conservatory solo

     

    Review Requirements for Certificate in Orchestral Studies

Life After Lamont

Notable Clarinet Alumni

Lamont students have worked with some of the most prestigious music organizations in the world. Alumni have performed with the Metropolitan Opera, Philadelphia Orchestra, Wolf Trap, Vancouver Symphony, Broadway, the West End, and San Francisco Opera. Lamont composers have premiered works at Carnegie Hall and the Monterey Jazz Festival, and conductors have led orchestras from Brazil to Hungary. Graduates of our Musicology and music theory programs hold posts at prestigious institutions nationwide. And our recording and production students have launched careers in Hollywood, editing soundtracks for films like Star Wars: The Last Jedi and Star Wars: The Force Awakens.

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    Julian Bohorquez-Triana - BM 2016

    Clarinet, United States Air Force Band of the West

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    Josh Goo - BM 2017

    Founder of QuickStart Clarinet

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    Gina Bliss - MM 2015

    Associate Director of Bands, Fort Collins High School

  • Jeremy Reynolds

    Jeremy Reynolds performs with the Lamont Symphony Orchestra.

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  • Richard Stoltzman

    Guest artist Richard Stoltzman during a master class.

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