Saxophone Lessons in Bunnlevel, NC

Instruments: Saxophone

Presentation is everything when it comes to teaching. My teaching style varies from student to student. After teaching in the public school system for five years, I have learned that no two students are the same. I have learned that presentation and variety is the key to successful learning. My set goals are realistic and encourage the student to strive for excellence. Although I have a Master's degree, I feel like a lifetime music student. Read More

Instruments: Piano Saxophone Flute Clarinet Recorder Piccolo Mallet Percussion Music Keyboard

My teaching experience dates back to when I was still in high school. I would go to middle schools and give lessons. Now as a college music graduate, I have taught many ages including college peers. I think it is important to teach skills and methods that will help the student problem-solve and continue to learn even when they are alone. My students have done well in auditions and chair tests, and I always encourage both recitals and competitions. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone

For my students that would like to set up lessons long-term, I gauge their current playing levels through excerpts and materials we agree on, on the first lesson that they shall have prepared on our our follow-up and then from there, I will be assigning material to focus on the areas that need work and what to reform. During that first lesson we will be discussing goals, expectations, and performances for the calendar year. Read More

Instruments: Voice Trumpet Saxophone Flute Clarinet

For younger students who are a member of a school band or choir, I will spend a good portion of the time working out of whichever method book and other materials they use for class, in order to make the content in congruence with their other instruction. However, method books and beginner level ensemble repertoire only go so far because they are written to appeal to every instrument, not just one. 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: Saxophone Music

My goal in teaching music is to give the student the tools and confidence to find their own voice. Understandably that concept requires students to have a level of passion and independents that not all of them will start off with, but I believe those things can be promoted by approaching the student-instructor relationship as a partnership. Yes, the instructor should lead, as they are the ones with the knowledge and experience. Read More

Instruments: Piano Saxophone Flute Clarinet Ukulele

Nothing is more rewarding than seeing my students succeed and enjoy learning music. I encourage the students to progress at their own pace, while offering some challenge at each level. I use incentives to encourage the students to continue to progress, while getting a sense of accomplishment. I am encouraging, gentle, demonstrate techniques, and help where students struggle. I like to have fun in the lesson and make the lessons enjoyable for the student. Read More