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Here are just a few of the many teachers offering Saxophone lessons in San Francisco . Whether you are looking for beginner guitar lessons for your kids, or are an adult wanting to improve your skills, the instructors in our network are ready to help you now!
Instruments: Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Flute Clarinet
From 1981-1993, I was the music director for URCS, a private school in Long Island, NY. I developed pedagogy and taught the high school band and choir. Since 1985, I have taught private lessons. Many of my students have gone on to be professionals in the industry. I absolutely love seeing my students click with understanding on their faces when they get the next piece of the puzzle they may have been missing regarding their playing. Read More
Instruments: Saxophone
My name is Yuh-Boh and I have been playing the saxophone for 16 years and seriously began learning the saxophone when I began in college. I graduated from Sacramento State University with a Bachelors in Music Performance and recently graduated from New England Conservatory with a Masters in Saxophone Performance. My dream is to be able to play music and maybe even travel across the country and perhaps....the WORLD! I have years working with prominent ensembles and even community bands. Read More
Instruments: Saxophone Clarinet
My teaching experience goes back to 1985 when I got my Masters of Music in Performance and Literature at the Eastman School of Music. As soon as I got back to California I started teaching privately. I have also been on the faculty of the Notre Dame college in Belmont, Santa Clara University and the Community School of Music and Arts in Mountain View. I also coach in the middle schools and high schools nearby. Read More
Instruments: Trumpet Trombone Saxophone Flute Clarinet Ukulele Recorder Euphonium French Horn Tuba Music
I start lessons by warming up and doing exercises. For children, I do this in a listen and response setting. Then I will work through school songs or performance pieces, focusing on rhythms first, notes second and musicallity third. These 3 aspects lead to musicial mastery. I finish each lesson with an easy cool down. With in each lesson, I focus on musical styles that the students are interested in and work towards goals that the student set for themelves. Read More
Instruments: Saxophone Clarinet
For me the most important thing is to keep the students motivated. If that is not the case they won't do their part when they go home to practice. Sometimes I explain the theory and practical use of some exercises that in the beginning look tedious or exhausting so that the students can have a bigger idea of how the structure of music is created. Clarinet and saxophone are melodic instruments. Read More
Instruments: Piano Saxophone Clarinet
I was educated from age 7 in Clarinet, reaching the highest award offered by The Associated Board of the Royal School of Music at age 12. I was graded A* for my school music exam (GCSE) a year early, and also gained and A Grade in my college (A Level). Seeking to go to music college I then took ABRSM Grade 6 piano. I played in the Birmingham Schools Wind Orchestra (Principal Clarinet) and the Midland Youth Jazz Orchestra (1st Alto Saxophone). Read More
Instruments: Saxophone Flute Clarinet
My teaching experience goes back to college, i taught private lessons as well as large ensembles and small ensembles at local high schools. I have traveled with a non for profit around the world working in poorer communities giving children a chance to experience playing and learning about music. My students have received top honors in middle school, and high school as well as some of them receiving scholarships from Universities. Read More
Instruments: Drums
What musical accomplishments are you most proud of?
My John Phillip Souza award. This is because as a senior in High School, we had an award ceremony that I looked not to attend.
I didn't even know that there was a music award nor did I expect anything. I attended & was called up for these two awards, one being the national John Phillip Souza award given to those who are leaders & have shown dedication in the field of high school music participation. Its my favorite award, accolade, or star given to me.
Did you have a teacher that inspired you to go into music? How did they inspire you?
I didn't. However, I had my instructor of drums as well as some individuals at the high school level help me push myself, recognize where my flaws or weakness were, help me overcome the, & be a successful component for a band or ensemble.
Why did you choose your primary instrument?
A Christmas party with my family. I was able to sit down, play the instrument with relative ease & I opted to continue down that path. It had made me feel good, I was good at the instrument, & my time of playing sports was coming to an end. It was the perfect timing as an 11 year old, both in the growth of le having the a l
When will I start to see results?
Within the 6 weeks is when you'll see results when a student first starts drums. When someone comes to me with prior knowledge, I see results within the first 3 - 4 weeks. This might not seem like a big deal, but to revamp & change sticking, posture, & bad habits might take more than 15 minutes at a drum set. The same goes for learning the proper ways at first; it might not be the most comfortable, but it will help you prevail after that 1st month of growth.
How do I know if my child is ready to start lessons?
While you can start a student at an elementary school age to play the drums, it is best to wait for a student to be around the age of 8 or older to start playing drums. Plenty of drummers started around the age of 4 or 5 & its a case by case basis.
If they are younger, see their interest especially after taking a lesson where they are presented the items that can be deemed boring or lacking in fun. If they are still receptive, they'll have the drive to move forward & take the lessons. Most of my students started between the ages of 4 - 8.
What advice do you have about practicing effectively?
Create a constant routine of practicing. Follow this regimen consistently. Give equal time to each time. When struggling, give extra time to the topic, section, or problem. Consistency as well as independent practice is quintessential to the progressing of a student. Ask for someone such as your parents, significant other, friend etc to help you stay on track if you have trouble getting into a routine.
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