Piano with Tyler R.

Born in San Diego, saxophonist Tyler attended San Diego State University where he earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Saxophone Performance in 2006. In 2008, Tyler completed his Master’s Degree in Jazz Studies from San Diego State University. Tyler has studied with saxophonists: Lee Elderton, Jay Easton, Douglas Masek, Todd Rewoldt, John Rekevics and Christopher Hollyday. Tyler has been performing professionally throughout San Diego for 10 years. He has performed in several different Big Bands with renowned artists: Eric Marienthal, Bernie Dresel, Gilbert Castellanos and Charles McPherson. Tyler has worked with the San Diego Musical Theatre, Lamb’s Players Theatre, and Moonlight Stage Productions performing in several musicals at the Moonlight Amphitheatre in Vista and the Lyceum in Downtown San Diego. Tyler has performed in the musicals: “Ain’t Misbehavin’: The Fats Waller Show,” “Cabaret,” “Dream Girls,” “American Rhythm,” “Annie” and “Guys and Dolls.” Tyler currently performs with the Ira B. Liss Big Band Jazz Machine and the Jazz Project Big Band. Along with performing Tyler maintains a private teaching studio for students of saxophone, clarinet, flute and piano. *** Lesson Details *** My saxophone, clarinet and flute lesson consist of a different exercises, demonstrations, tips and tricks, information, and assignments. These are all designed to improve tone, technique, reading ability and improvisation ability in any style of music. The lessons are always fun, informative and of course full of lots of playing!! My piano lessons are for beginning children and my student's ages usually range from 4 to 13. My lessons are designed to keep the student engaged at any age. They involve one on one playing and are intermixed with general music information. This is extremely helpful in making sure the time of the lesson is used productively and to keep the students engaged and having fun. *** Studio Equipment *** Electric Keyboard, Computer and program for writing and printing music. Music Stand, iHome and record player for playing examples as well as for inspiration. *** Travel Equipment *** I provide some music and listening examples. I expect the student to provide their instrument, a stand if necessary and all the accessories (reeds, ligature, etc.). *** Specialties *** Jazz and Classical. My Bachelor's Degree is in Saxophone Performance where I studied Classical Saxophone. My Master's Degree is in Jazz Studies.