Congratulations on your recent graduation from high school (or your country’s equivalent)! If you are planning to pursue a university or conservatory program in clarinet performance, here are my recommendations for things to do this summer before the semester starts to get the most out of your studies: My biggest piece of advice is to spend time reflecting so you get to know yourself better and what your goals are. These will probably change over time, but it’s a good idea to have a baseline so you can adjust as needed as you continue along your clarinet journey! Beginning university or conservatory clarinet studies is an exciting time, and I…