Clarinet Lessons Texas

Instruments: Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet

For beginners I generally use Rubank method. I feel this text is complete and covers all of the material that beginning woodwind players need. The intermediate method has even more material as well as repertoire to start the important process of learning longer pieces of music. I stress the fundamentals as this is the basis of all good playing. For my jazz students I use texts by Keller, Weiskopf, Fishman and transcriptions. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Recorder, Music

I am a certified, experienced, passionate educator who loves teaching students of all ages. I have a Master of Music in Saxophone performance from East Carolina University and a Bachelor of Music Education from The Ohio State University. I have taught as a middle and high school band director/music teacher all over the world. My specialty is woodwinds in particular flute, clarinet and saxophone. I have performed at the Kennedy Center and Carnegie Hall as a saxophonist. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet

I teach music, not just instruments. I try to develop a broad appreciation for music that will stay with my students wherever they go in life. I take an individualized approach based on learning styles and strengths. I believe in positive reinforcement, especially with younger students! I also take into account preferences for music styles and attempt to use repertoire that not only broadens their experience, but keeps students focused and interested. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet

As a product of "the system", I generally teach "the system". By that I mean that in the education system here in Texas has been teaching this same way for years and years. After a year or two learning the fundamentals, scales and phrasing, then one gets to study the Ferling etudes for region band and a few basic solos for solo and ensemble. Depending on what the student wants to learn, I can teach anything they want. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet

For my piano students, I teach them on a keyboard to get them familiarized with the layout of the piano. I teach proper fingerings, scales, and most importantly music theory. For my flute, clarinet, and saxophone students I work out of appropriate etude books for their performance level. I also teach jazz improvisation. I keep my students engaged and learning is always fun. I want each student to leave each lesson with a sense of learning something great! Read More