Diana Santos — Musably Clarinet teacher

Diana Santos

Based in Lisbon, Portugal

Clarinet
5.0(2 reviews)

Vetted Musably teacher · 1-on-1 online lessons

Intro from your teacher

Credentials

Bachelor of Music Degree: Orchestral Musician - Clarinet. Academia Nacional Superior de OrquestraLisboaPortugal. Gratuated 2016.

About me

Hi, I'm Diana:) I'm a military musician in the Portuguese Air Force Band, where I play clarinet and E♭ clarinet.

My journey as a clarinet teacher began in 2013. My approach is focused on technical development, musicality, and student confidence.

I completed my early musical training at the conservatory, where I achieved Grade 5, and then attended the Professional Course for Wind Instrumentalists (Clarinet) for 3 years.

I hold a Bachelor of Music degree in Clarinet Orchestral Performance from the Academia Nacional Superior de Orquestra in Lisbon.

I currently offer in-person lessons in the Lisbon area, as well as online lessons tailored to each student’s needs.

Teaching style

  • Goal-driven lesson plans tailored to each student
  • Balance of technique, theory, and the songs you actually want to play
  • Recorded recap notes after every lesson so practice is easy

Instruments & styles

Instruments

Clarinet

Languages

EnglishPortuguese

Levels

BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced

Reviews (2)

Testimonial
"If I could give Diana more than five stars, I would. As an adult musician learning multiple woodwind instruments, I’ve worked with several instructors, and Diana is truly exceptional. Not only is she an outstanding clarinetist, but she also has a remarkable gift for teaching. Every lesson is thoughtfully planned, encouraging, and adapted to exactly what I need at that point in my musical journey. As a full-time clarinetist in the Portuguese Air Force, Diana brings an incredible level of musicianship and professionalism to every lesson. What impressed me most, however, is how effortlessly she translates that expertise into practical, easy to understand instruction. She doesn’t just tell you what to do, she explains why it works, making every lesson both educational and inspiring. One of Diana’s greatest strengths is her attention to detail. She catches the smallest things before they become bad habits, whether it’s embouchure, articulation, finger technique, tone, or musical expression. Her feedback is always constructive, encouraging, and immediately useful. I leave every lesson knowing exactly what to practice and feeling excited to pick up my clarinet again. Learning as an adult can sometimes feel intimidating, but Diana creates an environment where asking questions is encouraged and mistakes are simply part of the learning process. She has a wonderful balance of patience, positivity, and high standards that continually motivates me to improve. If you’re looking for a world class clarinet instructor who is not only an accomplished performer but also an exceptional teacher, look no further. Diana has exceeded every expectation I had, and I genuinely look forward to every lesson. Taking lessons with her has been one of the best investments I’ve made in my musical journey."
Jordon S · Clarinet student, 1 year
Testimonial
"Diana is a great and patient teacher! She listens to your requests and explains the theory, aswell as the practical exercises in a way that even complete beginners (like me) understand it! I recommend her lessons full heartedly!"
Luise S · Clarinet student, 3 months