Saxophone Lessons Stark County, OH

Instruments: Violin, Saxophone, Music

I start all students with getting a firm grasps of the basics of tone production and air support. I do this through long tone exercises as well as scale work to start learning more notes on the instrument. I focus on slowing incorporating more dynamics, articulation, and time signatures from there. I then start to tailor instruction to goals the student has, whether that be for a school ensemble, a solo performance, or other musical goal such has playing in a gigging band. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Violin, Cello, Viola, Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Bass Guitar, Mallet Percussion, Orchestral Percussion, Oboe, Bassoon, Electric Guitar, Classical Guitar, Acoustic Guitar

Learning isn't a photocopy process which means a lot of the learning process is a responsibility of the student. I view my job as a teacher is to 1) make sure the student isn't getting overwhelmed, 2) hold the student accountable for their learning, and 3) guiding students through experiences that will facilitate their learning. My goals as a teacher are to 1) bring students to the highest level of technical ability they are able to attain, and 2) develop in the student the highest level of musicianship possible through theory and ear training. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet

Alongside the Assistant Band Director Mr. Yuji Jones, I was tasked to help teach, drive, and critique students both in their music and marching capabilities. For the final week of band camp, I was able to lead the saxophones alone during their music rehearsals. Since I usually just taught one on one, being able to work with a group of young musicians has truly impacted my teaching process, keeping everyone engaged into learning, following directions, and creating a fun but effective learning environment to prepare them for the rest of the year. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone, Clarinet

For beginning students who are children, I typically teach the book that they use in band class. If they/the parents would prefer a specific book or are not in band, I typically use Standard of Excellence, the red book and then progress to the blue book. Once the student understands the fundamentals and has progressed, I then begin to introduce solo repertoire appropriate for their first recital performance.  For adults, I learn of what the student is interested in and then I guide my instruction accordingly to keep the lessons engaging and fun, no matter the ability. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet

I try to push every student to be the best they can be while also providing the guidance needed. to achieve their goals Every week I set new goals as to what to work on and what to practice to give a clear idea as to what to do and how to improve. I believe in positive reinforcement and I firmly believe that it's one of the best ways to learn music. Read More