This page has a variety of exercises that use different pinky keys. Click the YouTube link to hear that exercise played by a clarinet.
Remember that low Ab can only be played with your right pinky.
Remember that this Eb can only be played with your right pinky.
Remember to cover each hole with the pads of your fingers. Any leaks may cause squeaks.
Remember to cover each hole with the pads of your fingers. Any leaks may cause squeaks.
Remember, the fingering for Bb uses your pointer finger in the right hand.
Remember, the fingering for F natural uses your pointer finger in the right hand.
Eighth-note triplets are three sounds in one beat. Use the audio example as a guide.
This is your first piece that requires an alternating pinkies. Playing all the low Fs with your left pinky will make this piece easier to play since it will prevent you from having to slide.
This page will provide you with fingering charts and information about the pinky keys. Revisit this page if you are confused about fingerings.
This page will explain how to choose between left or right pinky key fingerings. Revisit this page if you are confused about choosing or alternating pinkies.
This page will help you become familiar with your pinky keys through musical application. (current page)
This page will help you practice alternating pinky keys through musical application. (next page)
This final page of exercises is a culmination of everything we've learned about using pinky keys and playing over the break.