Saxophone Lessons in Maple Valley , WA

Instruments: Saxophone Flute Shakuhachi Conga

...I have been an educator and performer in the Seattle area for over 20 years I enjoy working with beginners as well as more advanced students.I am a very patient teacher who both likes to challenge students but puts a priority on having fun and loving music.I also have been performing in the Northwest for over 30 years.I have been a member and co-founder of jazz,blues,reggae,experimental,and world music bands.I have performed at many venues and festivals around the Northwest including: Earshot jazz festival,Bumbershoot, Folklife, New Works for Saxophone, and many others. ... Read More

Instruments: Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Flute Clarinet Euphonium French Horn Tuba

...I have also had the honor of meeting music icons and supporters such as Quincy Jones, Herbie Hancock, Poncho Sanchez, Cacau, Justo Almario, Joe Lavano, Radiohead, Hugh Hefner, Jorge Lopez, Hilary Clinton and Jay Leno. ... Read More

Instruments: Piano Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Flute Keyboard

...My main focus is trying to teach students HOW to learn music, so that they can eventually create their own methodology based on what works best for them.... Read More

Instruments: Piano Saxophone Clarinet

...I also try to mix up playing with understanding basic music theory and ideas, as well as basic ear training. All of these skills will give a beginning student a sturdy foundation to grow and develop.... Read More

Instruments: Saxophone

...Tracy Knoop, Kareem Kandi, Steve Treseler, Dr. Bob Miller as well as NYC based saxophonist Braxton Cook. I am fortunate enough to have been able to play on live radio for a total of 5x as a student at PLU with the Faculty Jazz group and alongside my band 322 which is still going strong.... Read More

Instruments: Saxophone Clarinet

...I like to start by asking about a student about their prior experience (if any), interests and goals on their instrument. With my students, I generally start by tackling basics like healthy breathing and posture, producing good tone, note-reading, and rhythm.... Read More