Denise A Gainey's "Kalmen Opperman: Passing on the Flame" combines interviews with Opperman's former students with personal essays and reflections from those closest to the master teacher and performer. Gainey explores Opperman's life, pedagogy, and countless contributions to the clarinet's canon. A longtime student and research colleague of Opperman's, Gainey provides a rare glimpse into the life and work of one of the greatest contributors to the clarinet.