The Music Education Podcast

In this episode of The Music Education Podcast, Chris Woods chats with Paul Harris about music education.


The Nine Muses for Clarinet Quartet (2023)


About Paul

After studies at the Royal Academy of Music and the University of London, Paul Harris has now established an international reputation as one of the UK's leading educationalists.

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Simultaneous Learning

Teaching music is, incontestably, one of the most fascinating and stimulating of all professions. And as teachers we can inspire, encourage and help our pupils develop...

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Paul's Publications

Firmly rooted in Paul Harris’s Simultaneous Learning approach, it will transform how music theory is taught and learned, improving every aspect of musicianship along the way. 

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Paul Harris: The Clarinet is the seminal guide to every facet of clarinet playing. In this comprehensive companion, acclaimed author Paul Harris shares his unique insights towards gaining mastery of the instrument, inspiring both students (from intermediate level) and professionals alike to develop an individual clarinet personality.

In-depth, clear and universally relevant, The Clarinet is Paul Harris’s complete philosophy of playing, equipping clarinettists with innovative ways to overcome the instrument’s technical, musical and practical challenges and ultimately, enhance the enjoyment of their art.


Paul Harris: A Musical Celebration


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In 2018, Paul was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma. This candid journal documents his often gruelling treatment and offers insights into coping with serious illness, alongside reflections on the teaching and learning process. Touching on empathy, communication and identity, it is a poignant read for musicians and non-musicians alike, and is at all times thought-provoking and positive.

All proceeds from the sale of this book go to Lymphoma charities

  • Paul Harris’s attractive workbooks are to be highly recommended.
    — Music Teacher Magazine
  • Not only is Paul Harris’s music gorgeous throughout, but he gets his pupils improvising right from the beginning.
    — Pamela Weston
  • The magic is about delighting in the endless potential of Paul’s techniques and approaches.
    — Jonathan Freeman-Attwood, Principal, Royal Academy of Music
  • What is clear from this CD is that Harris has a knack of being able to shake lovely melodies out of his sleeve almost at will.
    — Musicweb