Saxophone Lessons in Saint Bernard, LA

Instruments: Saxophone Clarinet

Teaching students is a privilege, as well as a challenge. Every mind works differently, everyone's musical and life experiences are different. I enjoy figuring out how the student's mind works, and what individual learning experiences they bring. Then I tailor my way of teaching them most effectively to their specific learning system. My own musical journey has started with learning melodies by heart before learning them from written music – an approach that always requires sound outside of us. Read More

Instruments: Piano Guitar Voice Saxophone Harmonica Music Keyboard Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar

I am an enthusiastic and knowledgeable instructor who loves sharing my love of music with students. In 2011 I graduated from Haverford College as a Music Minor and History Major. I write songs constantly and have performed hundreds of times as both a solo artist and with bands that I have formed. I have performed in Maine, Massachusetts, New York, Maryland, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, California, North Carolina, Texas and Louisiana. I work every day to become a better singer, songwright, and instrumentalist, and I appreciate working with those who share a similar drive to excel. Read More

Instruments: Guitar Saxophone Drums Bass Guitar Mandolin Acoustic Guitar

I always approach teaching music in a relaxed and fun way. With the right teacher, learning music greatly rewarding and enjoyable. My teaching style is always based around my students experience level, their goals, and learning style. I always start with activities that are within the student's abilities, and carefully progress through more challenging pieces and exercises. This way, the student will always have a challenge that is achievable, not too difficult that makes them want to quit, and not to easy that makes them bored. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone Recorder

I feel that making music is a multi-faceted ability, and as such should be approached this way. A crucial component of helping a student develop their own passion for music is a self-awareness of all of their artistic interests, and exploring other art mediums in conjunction to just practicing is essential. I try to assess a student's abilities, wants, and needs to create a hand-tailored program of success, set at the speed of your own learning! Read More

Instruments: Piano Voice Saxophone

I like to create my own lesson plans and materials, though if the student (or their parent) would like a specific method, I would be happy to oblige. For beginner, I start with the fundamentals of reading music: reading note names in different registers, reading rhythms (I like to use the Eastman system for speaking rhythms), and sight-reading skills using movable do solfeggio (all this in a manner that suits the student, whether a child or an adult. Read More