About Clarinets by Copeland
From high-end repairs to handcrafted clarinets—crafted by a player, trusted by pros.
Clarinetist/Repair Specialist
Founder of Clarinets by Copeland
As a lifelong clarinetist, Jonathan Copeland has seen how hard it can be to find an instrument that plays the way it should—especially at an accessible price. Buying new doesn’t always mean getting quality craftsmanship, and too often, players are held back by instruments that simply don’t live up to their potential.
That’s why he started Clarinets by Copeland: to offer hand-selected, professionally restored clarinets that play better than new—and now, to provide the same level of precision and care through professional repair services. Every clarinet he sells or services is brought to life on his bench, with the knowledge and attention that only comes from someone who knows how a clarinet should truly feel and respond.
He holds a Bachelor and Master of Music in Clarinet Performance from Middle Tennessee State University and spent 9 years as a clarinet repair specialist at Onks Woodwind Specialists before launching his own full-time shop. What began as a passion for matching players with great instruments has grown into a complete clarinet workshop—offering premium repairs, curated pre-owned models, and his own line of high-quality clarinets.
Email: Info@betterclarinets.com
Co-Owner/General Manager
Ashley Copeland
Ashley Copeland is a Knoxville, Tennessee native who holds a double Bachelor of Music Education degree from Middle Tennessee State University. During her nearly 15-year career as a public school music educator, she served as Tennessee General Music Education Association President, worked on the Country Music Hall of Fame Words & Music curriculum committee, presented at the 2022 KySTE Conference, won multiple grants to bring instruments into the hands of her students, and consistently led her classroom with highly-engaging and innovative lessons. After leaving the classroom in 2023, Ashley joined her husband in working with their small business, Clarinets by Copeland, located near their home in Shelbyville, Kentucky, where she continues to work part-time as General Manager. In addition to the business, Ashley enjoys being a full-time mom to their daughter Shelby Grace, planning events and vacations as a hobby, serving in their local church and community, and snuggling their two doodle pups, Chandler and Piper. Ashley is a professional member of Delta Omicron International Music Fraternity and the Shelby County Chamber of Commerce.
Email: Ashley@betterclarinets.com
Clarinet Repair Apprentice & Sales
Alexander Malone
Alexander Malone is an active performer and educator in Kentucky, and works a multitude of roles at Clarinets by Copeland, primarily specializing in repair. He holds dual Bachelor’s degrees in Music Education and Clarinet Performance under Dr. Scott Wright from the University of Kentucky. His repair journey began in 2020 while maintaining the instruments of the clarinet studio at UK, and he officially joined Clarinets by Copeland in April 2025. His performance background provides valuable insight into how a clarinet should feel and function, guiding his pursuit of top-quality service.
Outside of repair, he serves as the Adjunct Instructor of Clarinet at Centre College, a lesson instructor at the Wesley Academy of Music in Frankfort, KY, and is an active performer throughout Kentucky.
Email: Alexander@betterclarinets.com
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