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Lori’s Midwest Clinic Adventure

by Lori Archer Sutherland · Published January 5, 2022 · Updated February 4, 2022

I got to attend the Midwest Band and Orchestra Clinic this year! It’s right nearby in Chicago every year, but this is the first time I’ve been to the entire conference. A few years ago, I got a chance to attend for a day. Ever since, I’ve wanted to return for the full experience. This year, I made it happen and had a fantastic time!

What cemented my commitment to go was a chance to participate in composer John Mackey’s exhibitor booth. I had a great time and enjoyed meeting both John and my fellow composers who were sharing the booth.

Episode 5 of my Tonal Diversions podcast recaps my whole Midwest experience. You can subscribe to the podcast via your favorite podcast provider.

Check out my photo gallery below!

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Lori Archer Sutherland

Lori Archer Sutherland earned a Bachelor of Music in Theory and Composition degree from the Ohio State University and a Master of Library and Information Science degree from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. She composes, performs, and teaches clarinet. She plays bass clarinet with the Crystal Lake Community Band and the Woodstock City Band, clarinet with Winds Off the Lake Woodwind Quintet, and is the founder and organizer of the Knock on Wood Clarinet Choir, where she plays an even bigger clarinet. Check out her site and podcast at tonaldiversions.com