Saxophone Lessons in Hydes, MD

I will customize your lessons to suit your learning style. I will combine music theory with your goals to develop a lesson plan.

I have been playing various woodwind instruments for almost my entire life. I focus on tone, intonation (staying in tune), and the confidence needed to be a strong melodic player. I teach all of the various saxes including soprano, alto, tenor, and bari.

Let me teach your child how to sound better on saxophone and give them a headstart on reading music in band. I can help them learn to improvise for jazz band and teach jazz music theory as part of the lesson. They will learn good breath support, proper embouchure.

I have been teaching and performing professionally for over 30 years at all levels, from beginners to post-doctoral professors of saxophone at major universities. I am a retired professor of saxophone and my students have won various competitions at all levels. We will focus on developing proper technique, building good practice habits, and long term improvement.

Students can learn a wide variety of music styles, from jazz to classical to pop and more. Learn to improvise, improve technique, find ways to improve your equipment to play more easily, and enjoy yourself while you play!

Experienced teacher of 6 years available for eager students of all experience levels and ages! I structure my lessons so that students learn what they want to learn, while also building a strong foundation of saxophone skills. I specialize in classical performance and typically use Standard of Excellence or Accent on Achievement band method books.