Saxophone Lessons in Manor, TX

Instruments: Saxophone Flute Clarinet

Both of my degrees were in music education, although I did start a second masters degree in jazz studies. Since 1981, I've been teaching in several settings. I was a full time public school band director for four years, and have taught all the way to the college level and adults, teaching classes in jazz studies and private lessons on saxophone. I've done woodwind coaching as well as private teaching since 1985. Read More

Instruments: Piano Saxophone Flute Clarinet

Music instructor with 20 years experience. I have also played professionally for over 20 years in NYC on Broadway as well as several major halls and clubs across the globe. My main focus now as an older musician is educating all age groups interested in music and helping them succeed. I've taught in Texas and NYC public schools. My students have gone on to succeed in their auditions for district, region and state. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Saxophone Flute Clarinet Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I enjoy teaching students of all skill levels and ages, and I employ different approaches depending on the needs and personal goals for each student. I am comfortable in many styles and can help with everything from preparing for honor band auditions, adult beginners desiring to learn a new instrument, jazz improvisation, rock, pop or solo repertoire. All students will learn the fundamentals of good tone production, technique, rhythm, articulation, intonation, and basic theory. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Saxophone Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I care about my students progress and their well being. Music is my life but it can also be very frustrating and difficult. I never want to make a student feel stressed out or feel bad about themselves during one of my lessons. If a student is struggling with a piece of music, we can focus on the difficult part and break it down to just a few notes at a time. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Violin Saxophone Bass Guitar Banjo Ukulele Mandolin Electric Violin Fiddle

Around this time, I also began taking students for private lessons on violin, guitar, mandolin, banjo and all the other various things I play. In both the bigger theory classes and my one-on-one lessons, I really encourage students to work on material that they enjoy and to relate their studies to the things that they're passionate about. I want to ensure that my students are as excited about music as I am! Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Saxophone Ukulele Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

My lessons always start with a mix of theory based info and instrument technique. I don’t use books or any of that mumbo jumbo, because everything you need to know is free online. I will help guide your exploration in music, and I will encourage you to soak in information from musical sources other than myself. I will force you to listen to the music you want to study(doesn’t sound like bad hw to me), and eventually, I will help you construct your own ideas! Read More

Instruments: Saxophone Flute Clarinet Piccolo Oboe Bassoon

Starting after college, I taught Middle school. I followed that up with various public and charter school directorships from beginners to College positions I have taught numerous instruments at my and other studios I believe in playing duets and sight reading with my students and having performances to show developmental gains while having fun as goals are met and wonderful musical pieces are explored Students are encouraged to listen to many live and recorded performances We strive to develop solid practice routines and feel proud of our musical development Read More