Saxophone Lessons in Brandon, FL

Want to learn to play the alto saxophone? Let me help you!

I have been playing and teaching the saxophone for 23 years. Saxophone was my original instrument of choice as I played it in the public school bands and in college. I emphasize the fundamental of sound production, fingerings, and music reading. The saxophone is a very versatile instrument In playing classical to jazz music. You can begin today to learn or improve your saxophone playing!

Students start with the Rubank book for Saxophone. Later we will add the Universal Sax method and move all the way up to Ferling Studies, along the way we learn to sight read and our scales. We work on both classical Sax solos and on jazz, learning to improv.

Can teach all levels classical and jazz. Specialize in teaching Jazz Improvisation.

Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Baritone

The saxophone music instruction will consist of every area covered in college and professional auditions: Song Performance, Music Theory, Sightreading, and Scales. My 20+ years experience as a military musician and music director will help you in any areas of weakness, in all styles of music and performance scenarios, and give you guidance to showcase your current strengths to become a confident and well-rounded musician.

I believe in catering lessons to a students individual desires and musical goals. I play Tenor, Alto, Soprano and EWI. Our lessons can cover a broad range of concepts like:
Musicality/Performance
Jazz Improvisation
Composition/Arranging
How to practice
Tone and Sound production
Technique
Doubling
Reading/Sight Reading
Learning Tunes
Using petals and electronic musical components
And MUCH, MUCH MORE!!!

I've taught students of all levels from beginners (all ages) through high school. Proper technique, fundamentals, improvisation, reading, All-County/All-State Prep, Solo & Ensemble Prep, sight reading, and more! I teach alto, tenor and baritone saxophones.

I am an experienced saxophonist/bassist and a student at the College of Southern Maryland. While working towards my degree in music, I have found joy and reward in sharing my passion with others. My lessons are customized and catered to the needs/goals of each student. Not only will you be playing songs in no time, but you will be building a strong foundation of note reading, music theory, ear training, improvisation, technique, and more. Let's get started!

Lessons are student oriented. Our main focus will be to make sure you can play what you want, the way you want to, and reach your personal musical desires.

Instruction available for all ages and skill levels from the beginning child, to the retiree who is returning their instrument to keep the mind sharp, to the student preparing for important auditions, and the young professional looking to maintain a competitive edge.

Learn from a woodwind player who has 15 years of professional performance experience, 10 in the Marine Corps Band field, and a 100% student success rate at the accredited Naval School of Music.