Saxophone Lessons Washington County, OR

Instruments: Piano, Violin, Trumpet, Trombone, Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Drums, Organ, Recorder, Euphonium, Mallet Percussion, Music, Keyboard

I have taught private music lessons, since I was at Youngstown State University. I also assisted marching band camps over the summer time, at various high schools. I continue teaching private music lessons, to this day at my current job and online. I have recently taught, clarinet, piano, saxophone, violin, trumpet, trombone, as well as music recording online and in person. I have found a great passion for music and enjoy passing it on to my students. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone, Clarinet

I believe that fundamentals are the most important, and these should always be a focus. However, I also understand that you play an instrument to have fun as well. I believe that there should be a mixture of hard work and play, and will often assign fundamental exercises combined with solo or duet material. I also believe there should be an overarching goal to be achieved - this could be anything from intonation, to memorizing scales, to performing a recital. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet

I am an active musician based in the Portland metropolitan area who is hired regularly to perform for: jazz and cover bands, weddings, corporate events, musicals, and studio sessions. I also lead and write music for my own band. I attended Mount Hood Community College and Portland State University where I graduated with a B.S. in biology and in jazz studies. These experiences have allowed me to become well versed in many genres. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Voice, Saxophone, Keyboard

I believe in self-efficiency in practice and performance, and self-efficacy in review and feedback. I believe demonstrating and guiding students in the technique of practicing is critical, and I lead with providing the motivation that says they, the student, can control their enjoyment of their instrument. By providing critical and lateral thinking when applying new concepts, the responsibility of comprehension rests solely on the student, allowing them to own and solidify what they know and how they acquired that knowledge. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Saxophone, Ukulele, Mandolin

I have been a mental health therapist since 1992 when I graduated from college. I have owned my own private practice since 2000 to provide mental health treatment, consultation and training to children and families. I have experience teaching children many skill sets under difficult circumstances. I am trained to help children with behavioral issues and developmental delays develop ways to learn even if they have a history of challenges working with an adult. Read More