Saxophone Lessons in Maitland, FL

Saxophone lessons with me are unique because I had a very prestigious saxophone lessons teacher when I was in high school, and he taught in some bizarre and amazing ways. Sometimes lessons would be 8-10 hours long, involving singing, switching to flute or piano, and sometimes just blowing air through the instrument intentionally without sound. I think these lessons are what allowed me to become first saxophone in marching band and the Boston College Wind Ensemble, as well as win a competition as lead in a saxophone quartet. Other achievements included making the district band 3 years in a row in Massachusetts CDMMEA, and winning a gold medal in jazz ensemble 3 years in a row as lead tenor saxophone. My diversity plays a role in my success as well, as I have played bari, tenor, alto, and soprano, each for multiple years. I have played saxophone for 14 years and so far have only taught college age intermediate level students but would like to start teaching saxophone more permanently ...

I work with the student to develop a curriculum based on their musical interests and my own teaching pedagogy. I strongly feel that for musicians to own their education, they must have a say in what they play. Assigning method books and mindless etudes to practice doesn't have nearly the same effect asking them "Ok, what kind of music do YOU like? What do you want to PLAY? What do you want to LEARN?".

I believe that students learn best when they are invested in a subject, and the best way to get them invested is to individually get to know each one, speak to them on their level, and get them playing music they're interested in.

I currently teach alto and tenor saxophone at the New School for Leadership and the Arts, but I have many years' experience teaching music to students of all ages. I teach to the abilities, passions, and ambitions of the student(s).

I work with a small number of students on a 1:1 basis throughout the year.

If you’re looking to up-level your music career, and are committed to real, long-term growth and success, send me a message to discus our saxophone lesson.

I offer a  learning experience designed to accommodate viewers of all levels; from beginners to seasoned experts. I empower our community to learn at their own pace whenever it’s convenient, and from the comfort of wherever they are in the world. I have been playing and teaching for decades and have launched hundreds of students on their saxophone journey. jonmontgomerymusic.com

My innovative tutorials give users the opportunity to expand their horizons and learn new skills - all from the comfort of their own device. Whether it's learning to play well in your school band or becoming a professional saxophonist that performs all over the world I can help you because I have done it myself! By working at something so cool and fun as playing saxophone you can enjoy decades of making great music in different types of bands because you will have the skills to achieve it.

I offer individual saxophone lessons for beginning and intermediate level students.