About
David Duree serves as an Applied Instructor for Clarinet and Saxophone at Hood College, maintaining an office in Brodbeck Music Hall, and additionally teaches at McDaniel College. His distinguished performance career includes 10 years as principal saxophonist of the U.S. Naval Academy Band and 22 years as principal clarinetist of the Annapolis Symphony Orchestra, establishing significant professional credibility in orchestral music.
His academic qualifications include:
- Ph.D. from American University
- M.A. from University of Baltimore
- B.A. from University of Maryland
Specializing in woodwind performance instruction, Duree's expertise centers on clarinet and saxophone pedagogy developed through decades of principal chair experience. His teaching methodology integrates professional orchestral standards with academic instruction, focusing on technical mastery and performance practice for undergraduate musicians. Though research publications aren't documented, his educational approach reflects deep engagement with performance techniques and historical interpretation in classical wind repertoire.
Duree studied under renowned clarinetists Harold Wright and Ignatius Gennusa, inheriting pedagogical traditions from major orchestral figures. His current instructional role bridges professional performance standards with academic training, emphasizing real-world ensemble skills for music students.
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