Saxophone Lessons Frederick County, MD

Instruments: Voice, Saxophone, Clarinet, Ukulele, Recorder, Music

I have been playing the clarinet for several years and I am very passionate about music but I have a bigger love for seeing my students enjoy music as well. I am in my last semester of undergraduate school for a major in music education. I have done church performances, hosted a recital and have performed in a trio. I spend my time volunteering alot and I have an executive board position in my schools chapter for the National Association of Music Education. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone

4 fold method: Sound: focus on sound exercises to develop exactly the tone and inflection you want in your playing Technique: work on the basics of the instrument so you can get around easily and not have any barriers to playing what you hear Language: solidify generally accepted langugage to help you better understand how to play in groups Repertoire: gain an understanding in how to memorize and perform different pieces in the style you want to be proficient in. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet

My methods depend entirely on where the student is beginning. If the student does not play in a school setting, I will usually start with Essential Elements. If they are playing in band, I will use whatever their teacher starts with in band and progress from there. If the student has been playing for a while and no longer can use Essential Elements, I will see what music they are interested in. Read More

Instruments: Piano, Trumpet, Trombone, Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet, Drums, Bass Guitar, Double Bass, Piccolo, Oboe, Bassoon, Music, Keyboard

Most of my experience with teaching has taken place while traveling on the road and helping individuals prepare for recording sessions. However for more than 10 years now, I've rendered my services at neighborhood schools (elementary and high school); music workshops; private homes; and local churches; working with young people as an assistant teacher, private music teacher and/ or teaching artist. The greatest lessons I have ever taught and that I believe that I can ever teach, are the importance of observation, listening, proper application and the embracing of patience while enjoying the process. Read More

Instruments: Saxophone, Music

I think it is very important for a student to feel confident in their work and develop patience with themselves and they're learning process. I encourage this by always making sure that positive reinforcements stays at the forefront of my approach, and setting small weekly goals that they will be able to accomplish with diligent practice and focus. Even if a student does not complete that goal in the week, the progress made in that week is valuable and worth acknowledgement which I hope to help my students understand . Read More