Saxophone Lessons in Rex, GA

Instruments: Saxophone Flute Clarinet Recorder Piccolo

A native of Jamaica, Andre Jones began his music education at Herbert Morrison Technical High School in Montego Bay, Jamaica, under the tutelage of Mr. Dwayne Haughton and Mr. Carl Matthews. He received a Bachelor of Music from Alcorn State University in MIssissippi and a Master of Music from The University of Louisiana at Lafayette in Louisiana. Jones studied under Dr. Andrea Kapell Loewy of The University of Louisiana at Lafayette, Mr. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Flute Clarinet Drums Bass Guitar Organ Synthesizer Harp Accordion Harmonica Recorder Lute Electric Violin Fiddle Double Bass Euphonium French Horn Tuba Piccolo Mallet Percussion Orchestral Percussion Oboe Bassoon English Horn Conga Latin Percussion Music Keyboard Djembe Acoustic Guitar

My passion for sharing knowledge begin during my time as high school tuba section leader, which led to Senior band president. Assisting my peers so we could sound better via musical corrections, this would build our confidence levels and the moral throughout the ensemble. I furthered my passion for music at Berklee College of Music, where I studied various aspects, methods, and approaches to educating someone about the art of music. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone

My passion for music is felt in my teaching style and is one of the leading elements in how I teach. I want every student to feel the same passion in their learning experience as they progress with their goals and strive to get to the next level. I like that students progress at a pace that is conducive for them and support the growth and development in a fashion that is encouraging and promotes steady progress and goal achievement. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone Clarinet

I am a passionate, motivated teacher that believes no one is too old or too young to learn music. I was blessed to learn from some great instructors in my lifetime and I use those lesson I've learned to teach and motivate my students about music. During my time as a musician, I have been on tour around New York City and had to opportunity to go on tour across many countries in Europe. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Saxophone Flute Clarinet Ukulele Recorder Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I base my every teaching style according to what the individual student needs . Teaching a class of 60 students is much different than a one on one class. No two people are the same and so they should not be taught the same exact way. For ex. Some students are very driven and need to learn control- to slow down and learn awareness, rhythmic sensitivity. Conversely, students who lack conviction and confidence need to listen to classic recordings to gain inspiration , drive. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone Clarinet Music

No matter what, I try to foster personal artistry as a primary goal for my students. That means that they should leave my lessons with one step closer to playing the type of music they want, whether it's in a band class or on stage with a jazz group. I start by teaching the fundamentals and making sure that the student has basic competency in the instrument and in general music knowledge to begin creating music by themselves. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone Flute Clarinet

For beginning students I teach out of the Rubank Elementary Method books. These books are most comprehensive for beginning students. As the student progresses I begin introducing them to solo repertoire, scales studies, and jazz improvisation. My approach is much different with adult students. I ask them what are their musical goals and from there I can create a curriculum based on adult students needs and wants. My teaching method works for all students, no matter the age or musical level. Read More