Saxophone Lessons in Saint Petersburg, FL

Instruments: Saxophone

The single commonality among all my students is maintaining a fun atmosphere in the midst of productivity. As artist, we should never take ourselves too seriously. It's counterproductive and creates tension both physically and socially.We strive to captivate audiences. Why not do the same in rehearsal? There's no point in being profound if you're not relatable. I always push my students to be true to how the writer wrote the piece. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone Flute Music

My teaching styles vary from student to student. It is impossible to teach every student the same way. Some students learn methodically and some learn holistically. The teacher should be similar to a blade of grass which blows in the wind. One has to be flexible and not rigid nor Stiff.Generally speaking, I have a very relaxed approach in my teaching style which makes the student more comfortable at his or her lessons. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone Clarinet

Music is an inexpressibly beautiful thing that I believe must be shared. I am a passionate and invested musician and instructor that only wants the best for my students. In 2014, graduated with my Bachelor of Music degree in Clarinet Performance from the University of Georgia and in 2016, I graduated with my Master of Music degree in Clarinet Performance from the University of Maryland. As an active performer and chamber musician, I love to make music with others and craft performances to be memorable experiences for those listening. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone Clarinet

When I start teaching new student I usually use Sergey Rozanoffs method and also my fathers Sergey Gutorov senior methods on both instruments clarinet and saxophone. Usually with a beginners for the first few lessons I start solfge and music theory and later continue introducing instrument. It is very important for woodwind players to learn from very beginning how to use air and embouchure right way. My father who was my first teacher developed a breathing exercise how to breath right way on wind instruments. Read More

Instruments: Voice Saxophone Flute Recorder Conga Latin Percussion Music Keyboard

With all my students I try to develop the ability to play from memory and off the top of their head. I always include what the student might be musically interested in as well. Depending on their level I will use different books along the way. For beginners I may use Rubank to get some scales under their fingers and perhaps a songbook but for others who are more advanced I may use Sigurd Rascher Top Tones to develop altissimo register, or a rhythm book like Rhythms Complete to develop sight reading. Read More