@mollytd we have some people in band with less than 4 years of musical experience. Our music isn’t usually too hard, and as a freshman clarinet you’ll probably be on 2nd clarinet parts (I’ve literally probably practiced a total of 5 hours of music outside of band practice). I’m pretty sure if you’re willing to make the time commitment, our director will be more than happy to have you. (He’ll be even happier if you’re willing to switch to bass – he wants to up the numbers of that section.) Also btw I know like 0 people in band that are music majors (I don’t know too many people, but still…), so don’t fret about being surrounded by people that practice 7 hours a day.