Saxophone Lessons in Wilsonville, 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: Piano Voice Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Flute Clarinet

...In fact, my first CD is all about my bands. I've had two One-Woman shows Off-Broadway in which I wrote the shows as well as added an original song to the many that ended up inmy show. ... Read More

Instruments: Saxophone Flute Clarinet

...I cater my lessons to fit the student's learning style and to maximize potential.  Music is truly a passion for me and I enjoy seeing my students grow!... 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

...In my time at Berklee I was able to study with George Garzone among other great minds, and helped pay my way by working as a music theory tutor in the college's Core Music Tutoring department.... 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