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Preparing

Saxophone

I am a professional musician/teacher with over 14 years of experience teaching private lessons to students of all ages and abilities. I have a Doctorate degree in music from the University of Colorado, have two additional graduate degrees in music, from the University of Michigan and Northwestern University and have studied with some of the most renowned saxophonists in my field, Timothy McAllister and Eugene Rousseau, as well as jazz with Andrew Bishop and Tom Myer. 

I frequently perform as a jazz musician for various private parties and events as well as a classical musician with various orchestras, as a soloist and in chamber ensembles. My saxophone sextet, The Moaning' Frogs is an internationally known ensemble which has performed throughout the country and abroad.

In this class we will cover various saxophone fundamentals, helping you to avoid developing bad habits and play the saxophone correctly! We will cover embouchure, various articulations, special fingerings, discuss basic equipment, and more. I'll also address common issues and how to fix them, take any questions you may have, and go over various exercises, tips and tricks to help you get the most out of your saxophone playing. Appropriate for beginners through intermediate players.

Starting Off Right

Flute

Clarinet

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

The North American Saxophone Alliance is an organization made up of individuals who share a common interest in the saxophone. Members include professional performers, university professors, public school teachers, students of all levels, and others who have an interest in the saxophone. In addition to the Alliance's emphasis on disseminating information concerning the saxophone, the organization also works to provide opportunities for its members to make music, fostering fellowship among saxophone enthusiasts of all ages and backgrounds.

Chamber Music America (CMA) is an American non-profit organization that provides small ensemble professionals with access to a variety of professional development, networking, and funding resources. CMA's regular initiatives include grants, awards, and commissioning programs for ensembles and presenters, a national conference held annually in New York City, and the publication of Chamber Music magazine.

Winner of the North Shore Musicians Club competition

D'Addario Woodwinds Performing Artist

Louis Armstrong Jazz Award

Winner of Oakland East Bay Symphony concerto competition

Rislov Foundation classical music scholarship

Winner of the M-Prize International Chamber Arts Competition

Yamaha Young Performing Artist Classical Saxophone Winner

I have taught private lessons since 2006 in Brentwood, CA, Minneapolis, MN, Evanston, IL, and Ann Arbor, MI.

Private Saxophone Lessons

I have played hundreds of jazz gigs throughout Michigan, and California in the Bay Area and Los Angeles Area, for private parties, restaurants, community events, fundraisers, etc.

Freelance Musician

English

Professional saxophonist, trained at the nations top music schools, I teach students of all levels and ages, whether just beginning or an experienced player.  I have a great amount of experience in both classical and jazz and have been playing for about 21 years myself. I currently teach saxophone at Austin Peay State University and Tennessee State University, but truly enjoy working with students of all ages and abilities!

In addition to helping students establish solid fundamentals, I can help you reach your goals, whether that be through working on classical solo repertoire, jazz and improvisation, band music, preparing for a competition or audition, and more.  I try to make lessons fun and enjoyable for the student.

If you don't live near me, online lessons are a great alternative to in person lessons. I have had success teaching many students of various abilities and ages throughout the country and abroad online! I have taught online students from 26 different states and 3 other countries.

Lucas is an amazing tutor for Saxophone.
She's enjoying his class.

My 7th-grade daughter really enjoyed his kind, nice, patient, and professional lesson. She got much improved on her saxophone playing.

Communication with teacher is great. We couldn't ask for a better instructor for our teenage son.

Great instructor!
Very talented in playing the instrument and teaching.

Very good instructor and very personable. I'm looking forward to my future lessons with Lucas!

Excellent teacher. Covered a lot in the first lesson.

Lucas did a great job and was very helpful.

Lucas has been an excellent saxophone teacher for our 15 year old son. We started taking lesson with him about 4 months ago, working on a level 6 solo piece for NYSSMA. Lucas is a great musician, very patient, encouraging and highly skilled at teaching. He works well with families and has a flexible schedule. I would definitely recommend him to anyone who is looking for coaching at any level.

My son likes the class and show me what he learns in the lesson.

He thought me how to have better smoother air and how to tongue, plus a better fingering for a sharp.

Lucas was very patient with my daughter trying multiple ways for her to better learn the rhythm of her songs.  She was encouraged with his positive feedback.

Starting Off Right - Saxophone Class

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