In July 2026, I attended the International Clarinet Association (ICA) Clarinet Festival in Korea 2026. ClarinetFest is one of the most important international events for clarinetists, educators, researchers, students, and clarinet lovers from around the world. Each summer, the festival brings together performers and participants from many countries. In 2026, it was held in Korea, and the 2027 festival is scheduled to take place in Salt Lake City, Utah. For me, this festival w