Saxophone Lessons in Macomb, MI

All styles - pop, rock, jazz, funk, classical, etc. Reading, writing and ear training.

I have played saxophone since I was in 5th grade. I have been in a variety of groups over the years; rock, funk, punk, jazz quartets and big-band jazz, and the experimental use of electronics. You will learn proper breath (dynamics) and embouchure control, tonguing techniques, standard and alternate fingerings, approaches to improvisation and assistance with a varied repertoire for performance. I own a 1967 Beuscher alto saxophone and an Elkhart C-tenor saxophone. My home studio has recording capability which I use to record lessons when they are needed for review. Ear training is a crucial part to music on any level, and I encourage playing by ear as an important element to improvisation and music appreciation. My lessons are fun, informative, and creative!

As a clarinetist, it made perfect sense to me to pick up the saxophone. It is a great instrument to play. I really enjoy it.

I teach beginning and intermediate levels of saxophone. I use the rubank books as well as a few other books for saxophone books.

Instruction will focus on etudes and technical foundations for saxophone playing. The student will become familiar with the history of the instrument and how it applies to Classical, Jazz and Pop settings.
The Rubank Series for saxophone playing will be the text beginning, intermediate or advanced.

Lessons for beginners on basics, etc. Helping through the early years.

Experienced teacher/musician with a bachelor's degree in music from Sacramento State. My goal is to help students become better players and musicians, so that they have the skills they need in order to take on new musical endeavors with confidence and ease. My scope of musical experience ranges from playing in concert band, orchestra, classical saxophone, sax quartet, big band, jazz combo, jazz improv, jazz arranging, ear training, music theory, musicology, and more. I can also help students with overcoming some of the hurdles when learning clarinet or flute as a double.

I have experience working with kids as a bilingual tutor in an elementary classroom, which also means I have passed multiple background checks at the district and state level. I am currently working on earning a teaching credential. ¡Hablo español!

When in need for a well-versed saxophone tutor, reach out to Nikita Naimushin – and you will have a good deal.
I have been working on the instrument since 1998, which, as far as you can see, is plenty of time. My teaching experience in itself equals to some 10 years.
Through this time period, I have been working with Beginner to Advanced-level students of any ages. We have been practicing in my professional studio, at my trainees’ premises or via Skype.
To any student of mine I offer a tried-and-true combination of techniques that have eventually made up my state-of-the-art teaching methodic.
It contains, but is not limited to, the following:
- establish the basis of musical theory including learning musical notation and reading scores;
- gaining extensive practice through performing popular classic to hit tunes;
- getting to know how to play to accompaniment;
- learning how to improvise in a variety of genres.
Truth be told, I really pride myself on offering all extras without ...

Over our first few lessons I will assess your ability level and generate a lesson plan tailored to fit your skills and interests. While I specialize in jazz, the focus of the lessons is completely up to you and what you want to learn. I'm capable of teaching instrumental proficiency, sight reading skills (note/rhythm identification), music theory, ear training, and improvisation.

I approach each student differently according to their level and their needs. In most lessons the focus will be on improving technique through playing etudes and scales. I have experience in preparing students for the NYSSMA solo festival. I am also an experienced jazz musician and can teach improvisation. Looking at harmony and studying the masters of the music is how I teach jazz.