Saxophone Lessons in Portland, OR

Instruments: Voice Saxophone Clarinet

...I like to use a wide variety of materials, from classical to jazz music.  CLARINET: For clarinet students, I use "standard" conservatory etude and scale books (such as the Rose Studies and Behrmann Studies).  I also use the Jamey Abersold Jazz Methods, which feature CD 'play-a-long' recordings of jazz music.  I also have my students perform a wide range of solo music, from 'standards' like the Mozart Clarinet Concerto to 20th century repertoire by composers like Bernstein, Copland and others.  I think it is important for students to be able to play jazz and improvise, so I teach them about Blues and how to play jazz, as well as classical music. ... Read More

Instruments: Saxophone Flute Clarinet

...My creativity and patience allow me to explain concepts that may have stumped you in the past. Every week we will set goals that will keep you motivated and excited. ... Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Saxophone Clarinet Bass Guitar Synthesizer Ukulele Music Keyboard Electric Guitar Classical Guitar Acoustic Guitar

...I do my best to be a relaxed, grounded teacher who reminds the student to relax and enjoy the process of making music. I do listening exercises, clapping, counting, reciting the letters of the notes with their voice, and demonstrate the songs they are learning to each student.... Read More

Instruments: Piano Saxophone Synthesizer

...After graduating from Berklee I moved around with my girlfriend for a while and eventually wound up in Portland, OR. I currently have two piano students ages 4 and 8 whom I have been teaching for 8 weeks now.... Read More

Instruments: Saxophone Clarinet

...I expect my students to practice what is assigned to them so we can both have a productive session with each other, however I do understand that life happens.... Read More