Saxophone Lessons Rates and Basic Information
Saxophone Lesson Rates:
$30 per ½ hr - $40 per ¾ hr - $50 per 1 hr
$140 in advance for four weekly 1 hr lessons (students 18 and younger)
$60 per 1 hr for group lessons of 2 students, plus $10/additional student
$35 per hr for saxophone ensemble class (must already be enrolled in lessons)
$40 per month saxophone rental
Saxophone Lessons Online:
I am now offering saxophone lessons online via video chat in the event that a student cannot have them in person. There have been a number of instances where students have been unable to take lessons because of the distance they must travel to my studio but I wish to make it possible for anyone outside of Portland to take lessons with me if they would like. All that is required for online lessons is a skype or gmail account, and a paypal account for lesson payments. Please email me for more information.
What to expect from your first saxophone lesson:
The first lesson is often a mix of playing and talking. I get to know my student; their age, playing experience, their goals, and what music they listen to. Often the first lesson is used to teach and observe the very basics of saxophone technique. Often we work on posture, achieving a good embouchure, airstream, and basic fundamental exercises that can be applied through daily practice to improve a student’s tone and control on their instrument. At the end of this lesson we often sit down to discuss the importance of consistent practice, keeping a notebook to write down weekly assignments, and discuss any final questions they may have.
Teaching Philosophy:
Music is a process of inspiration and self-discovery. When you listen to new music, especially music that you love, it helps you discover a part of yourself that you may have never known. The discipline involved with learning music adds to this by helping a student think creatively, apply constructive criticism, work well with others, manage time and achieve long term goals.
I teach the fundamentals of the saxophone to all my students, regardless of age or experience. Understanding why and how the saxophone works with the body to create sound is essential to a student’s ability to interpret music. This means teaching embouchure, articulation, posture, airstream, and diaphragmatic breathing to facilitate a good tone. This also means teaching the basics of reading, phrasing and interpreting music to give my students the skills they need to teach themselves.
$30 per ½ hr - $40 per ¾ hr - $50 per 1 hr
$140 in advance for four weekly 1 hr lessons (students 18 and younger)
$60 per 1 hr for group lessons of 2 students, plus $10/additional student
$35 per hr for saxophone ensemble class (must already be enrolled in lessons)
$40 per month saxophone rental
Saxophone Lessons Online:
I am now offering saxophone lessons online via video chat in the event that a student cannot have them in person. There have been a number of instances where students have been unable to take lessons because of the distance they must travel to my studio but I wish to make it possible for anyone outside of Portland to take lessons with me if they would like. All that is required for online lessons is a skype or gmail account, and a paypal account for lesson payments. Please email me for more information.
What to expect from your first saxophone lesson:
The first lesson is often a mix of playing and talking. I get to know my student; their age, playing experience, their goals, and what music they listen to. Often the first lesson is used to teach and observe the very basics of saxophone technique. Often we work on posture, achieving a good embouchure, airstream, and basic fundamental exercises that can be applied through daily practice to improve a student’s tone and control on their instrument. At the end of this lesson we often sit down to discuss the importance of consistent practice, keeping a notebook to write down weekly assignments, and discuss any final questions they may have.
Teaching Philosophy:
Music is a process of inspiration and self-discovery. When you listen to new music, especially music that you love, it helps you discover a part of yourself that you may have never known. The discipline involved with learning music adds to this by helping a student think creatively, apply constructive criticism, work well with others, manage time and achieve long term goals.
I teach the fundamentals of the saxophone to all my students, regardless of age or experience. Understanding why and how the saxophone works with the body to create sound is essential to a student’s ability to interpret music. This means teaching embouchure, articulation, posture, airstream, and diaphragmatic breathing to facilitate a good tone. This also means teaching the basics of reading, phrasing and interpreting music to give my students the skills they need to teach themselves.