Saxophone Lessons Cheatham County, TN

Instruments: Saxophone, Music

Alto saxophone: 10 years of experience Piano: 4 years of experience Music Theory: 3 years of experience Clemson University: Pep band member, and the lead in the saxophone section in the Marching Band member for two years. Jazz ensembles: Five years of being in various groups Band Ensemble: 10 years of being a member in various ensembles, and the Knoxville Community Band for one year Private instructor: 2 years, I helped students with basics on how to play the saxophone in high school. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Guitar, Violin, Saxophone, Drums, Bass Guitar, Harmonica, Lap Steel Guitar, Banjo, Ukulele, Mandolin, Recorder, Electric Violin, Fiddle, Mallet Percussion, Latin Percussion

I started teaching private lessons at 16 in a studio in Rhode Island. By the time I started college I was already teaching in 3 separate studios. Once I started attending college for music I found several ways to apply classical and modern styles of playing to help motivate students to continue to learn. I feel the best motivation for students to want to continue to learn, is by example. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Voice, Saxophone

For beginning students, I teach the Rubank Method. For intermediate and advanced students, I teach the Frost School Jazz Method. Once the student has progressed to have a grasp of the fundamentals, I will begin to introduce solo repertoire appropriate for their first recital performance. For adults, I create engaging lesson plans based on my students interests, and guide my instruction accordingly to keep the lessons fulfilling and fun, no matter their ability level. Read More

Instruments: Guitar, Saxophone, Clarinet

I like to begin with some technical exercises at first, then progress to recital literature. For guitar, I either use Hal Leonard or Mel Bay (I was raised on Mel.) For clarinet, I use Hal Leonard Essential Elements, Klose, Rose, Labanchi, and anything else that seems appropriate. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone, Clarinet

I am a lifelong musician who specializes in clarinet and saxophone playing. I have been a woodwind instructor since 2020, and I work with students of many different ages, from middle school to high school and beyond. I have played in almost every type of ensemble, from pit orchestras to jazz bands, and I have experience playing multiple styles in different venues. I have played many classic musicals and shows, and I have played and performed as a vocalist and instrumentalist in multiple states. Read More