Saxophone Lessons Sumner County, TN

Instruments: Saxophone, Clarinet, Recorder

I am a passionate musician and music teacher who feels very strongly that for a student to learn the clarinet or saxophone, they must always also understand when and where the music comes from. I like to give my students a ver well rounded music education which includes an understanding of music theory, music history and proper performance practice. I grew up and worked as a free-lance musician in New York City for 25 years before moving to Chattanooga, TN. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Voice, Saxophone, Bass Guitar

No matter the age of the student, I believe in project-based learning: I help my them write songs, make arrangements, record albums, and prepare for recitals. They will develop a respect for the craft of making music, the more creatively involved they are. A list of a couple highly recommended instruction books is given to each student on their first day. This is to help them grasp the basic language of their instrument. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Saxophone, Drums, Music

My Teaching dates back to my 11th grade year in high school. I've kept a consistent basis teaching children and performing master classes at local school like North Side High School in Columbus Georgia. My teaching career continues in schools from Powder Springs to Chattanooga. I had the pleasure of growing up with a Music Educator father who pushed me to stay consistent in the persuit of my goals. I love performing just as much as I love teaching. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone, Clarinet

As a parent, I understand the importance of building up from foundations, and I illustrate that same dedication as I would with my own children through teaching music. I know that everyone learns at different paces, different styles, different ways. My goal is to individualize each musical teaching experience that best serves each student's needs. I meet students at their personal level, and we build from there. That allows for students to not only feel comfortable with the expectations set, but it allows for them to feel as if they can meet goals. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone

I've been fortunate enough to perform in masterclasses for James Houlik, Donald Sinta, Chris Creviston, Joe Lulloff, Preston Duncan, Eddie Goodman, Dick Oatts, and others. I publish a music blog, which has had over 25000 views. I consider every genre of saxophone playing to be part of the voice of the instrument and embrace all styles. I have a positive, fundamentals driven teaching the philosophy with the goal of the student being able to get out of their own way and simply enjoy making music. Read More