Saxophone Lessons in Desoto, TX

Instruments: Saxophone

For my beginner saxophone students we will start by assembling the instrument and using the Hal Leonard's Essential Elements to learn the basic fingerings and songs. As for my beginner piano students we will start off with the Faber Piano Adventures book and work our way through the lessons. Once the student becomes more comfortable with their instruments we will start introducing appropriate solo repertoire and find songs that the individual student would enjoy learning. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone Flute Clarinet

Additionally, I like to work with scales and long tones in a more advanced way, expanding the range of the instrument and tone quality as we prepare repertoire. With students interested in jazz, either as their primary course of study or in addition to classical music, we focus even more on scales and arpeggios, aiming to master first the most commonly used keys and then expanding to 12 key mastery. I like to begin with a play-along book like Jamey Aebersold's "Maiden Voyage", stressing the beginnings of improvisation, then moving on to more advanced tunes and chord progressions. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone

I have multiple books to work from based on the age and skill level of the student. I work fundamentals with all levels and can teach topics from multiple angles. My music library is expanding and becoming more diverse so that I give work solos with all of my students. I keep track of lessons and set a plan for each student in order to maintain forward progress. Read More

Instruments: Piano Saxophone Flute Clarinet

I teach music, not just instruments. I try to develop a broad appreciation for music that will stay with my students wherever they go in life. I take an individualized approach based on learning styles and strengths. I believe in positive reinforcement, especially with younger students! I also take into account preferences for music styles and attempt to use repertoire that not only broadens their experience, but keeps students focused and interested. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone Flute

I'm a educator, performer and band leader graduated with honor at New England Conservatory, Boston MA, 2013 and Suma Cum Laude Berklee College Of Music, Boston, MA, 2011 My career is divided in two paths, teaching and performing professionally since 2004. As a performer I have been very active having the opportunity as band leader and side man in several music festivals and well known music venues. For example, Monterey International Jazz Festival in US, Jazz Od Nowa in Poland, Philharmonic Of Paris, France the Chicago Symphony for just mention a few. Read More

Instruments: Piano Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Flute Ukulele Recorder Euphonium French Horn Tuba

The biggest joy in teaching and working with students is seeing them develop a passion and love for music. My teaching experience is very hands on and I love to model everything that I teach. It's important for my students to progress at his or her own pace and I encourage this by setting goals for my students at each lesson. Positive reinforcement goes such a long way and I love letting my students know when they are making progress or accomplish something. Read More

Instruments: Piano Saxophone Clarinet

I gained the degree of doctor of musical arts in clarinet performance and pedagogy from the University of Colorado at Boulder, held a position at Aletheia University for 16 years, and have more than30 years of experience in teaching students at all ages and levels. During my college years, I have studied children's development and psychology and had research and speech onfour Music systems in the world. Besides teaching clarinet, piano, and saxophone, I also have experience in Orff, which is an education system to help children learn music in life. Read More