Saxophone Lessons in Ashland, MA

All levels. Embouchee focused on with sound production first month with cutting edge Method Books utilized.

Saxophone:
A family of woodwind instruments, saxophones are usually made of brass and played with a single-reed mouthpiece similar to that of the clarinet. Like the clarinet, saxophones have holes in the instrument which the player closes using a system of key mechanisms. When the player presses a key, this typically causes a pad to close over a hole. There is soprano, alto, tenor, bass and baritone saxophones. The great thing about learning saxophone is it is almost the same fingers as flute and clarinet! We will start with the basics of learning finger placement, breath control, notes, reading, rhythms, songs, theory and improvising.

A performing saxophonist and full-time private lessons teacher, I specialize in making online lessons feel as if you are here in the studio! I've worked with several students and schools in the west Tennessee area, as well as provided lessons online to people around the country! I also continue to further my own education so that I can provide as much knowledge to my students as possible. No matter your skill level, I will give you both the fundamentals necessary to play the horn and improve quickly, as well as the advanced techniques to be able to really succeed in the saxophone world!

Want to be able to read music? Interested in being able to grab your saxophone and play your favorite songs? Want to impress your family and friends with some flashy classical pieces? Well look no further, I will help you build a solid foundation of music theory, sight-reading, ear training, and technique while tailoring to your personal needs and goals. All ages and genres are welcome, my only rule is to have fun, so lets get started.

Hi there! I am a classically trained saxophonist with a Masters from Peabody Conservatory and over 16 years of teaching experience. I tailor my lessons based on your interests and skill level, finding pieces you enjoy which challenge you. I can also give you a strong sense of the fundamentals, focusing on intonation, finger technique, vibrato and tone. Looking forward to hearing from you!

Students start with the Rubank book for Saxophone. Later we will add the Universal Sax method and move all the way up to Ferling Studies, along the way we learn to sight read and our scales. We work on both classical Sax solos and on jazz, learning to improv.