Saxophone Lessons Gaston County, NC

Instruments: Piano, Trumpet, Saxophone, Drums, Orchestral Percussion, Latin Percussion, Music, Djembe

I create my own lesson plans (and some materials) specific to each student. Some standard books I use are Alfred's Drum Method book 1, The New Breed, Portraits in Rhythm, The Drummer's Complete Vocabulary to name a few. The books are necessary for developing music literacy, however I remind students that the pages don't make sound!!! Developing a discerning ear is paramount in my approach. Therefore we do a lot of listening and I engage students in dialogue for them to develop a personalized mental image of what they are trying to play. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone, Flute

I am an instructor that is passionate about spreading the love of music and the joy of performing with all of my students. In 2016 I graduated from the University of North Carolina at Pembroke with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Music education with a focus on saxophone performance, I also achieved a jazz studies minor with my degree. As a musician I have had the opportunity to travel and play all over the United States, as well perform with many great musicians such as; Read More

Instruments: Piano, Voice, Violin, Cello, Viola, Trumpet, Trombone, Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Drums, Synthesizer, Recorder, Euphonium, French Horn, Tuba, Piccolo, Mallet Percussion, Orchestral Percussion, Oboe, Bassoon, Keyboard, Djembe

For beginning students, I start with the Essential Elements book. If the student has already taken lessons or is in their school band/orchestra, I encourage moving onto the Rubank Elementary, Intermediate, and Advanced method books depending on ability. Once a student has proven that they are able to handle it, I will start on solo repertoire. Particularly for college-bound musicians who wish to major in music, the majority of their lessons will be based on preparing solo literature for All District or college auditions. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone

I will teach differently between beginner and professional students. For the kids, I will play and teach at the same time. Let them have interesting is the most important. I don’t want to be very serious, everyone who has a passion, they may be a artist. I don’t want to miss a artist. For the professional student or college student, I will have more requirement, because they are in a better understanding age, they can do a lot with me. Read More

Instruments: Voice, Trumpet, Saxophone, Clarinet, French Horn, Music

I am a firm believer in appropriate fundamentals are the key to stronger and healthier playing skills. In my lessons, I will encourage many types of fundamentals to round-out students playing abilities at the level which is most appropriate at the time. I work by the "Not good, Not bad, But better" philosophy. I will always focus on what the student needs and the best way for me to streamline their learning to achieve their playing objectives. Read More