Mount Vernon, NY Saxophone Lessons

I provide all of the necessary coaching and teaching advice to get students playing the saxophone, first and foremost.

Once as student reaches a certain level, we can begin to explore the more musical aspects of the saxophone, as they pertain to soloing, playing melodies, improvising and stylistic inflections and tendencies as well as Music Theory.

The saxophone can be one of the funnest instruments to play, no questions asked! In order to reach that point it's important to have certain things in order such as: sound production, breath support, musicality, and technique. In lessons use a variety of exercises and method/etude books, playing duets together, as well as listening and ear training to give my students a well rounded approach to the saxophone and music helping them to become the best musician they can be.

I am a professional saxophonist & performing artist, and have been playing for over 20 years. I welcome all ages, all levels, and all styles of playing. I have extensively studied Alto, Tenor, Soprano, and Baritone Saxophone, in a wide variety of genres.

Alto & Tenor

Saxophone is my main instrument. I attended William Patterson University's illustrious Jazz Studies program.

I teach all basics, and I am capable of teaching both in the jazz and classical tradition. Beginners will work with a classic method book to develop technique, then we will move into the styles of music the student is interested in. All the while, we will be learning about the fundamentals of music theory and developing a strong background in ear training- to give meaning to all of the work we do on the horn.

Experienced music teacher of 7 years available for eager students of all experience levels and ages!

I have studied both Classical and Jazz saxophone in Europe and here with some of the best teachers in the world. I completed my Bachelor’s in Performance from Berklee College of Music, where I graduated Summa Cum Laude. In addition, I have a Masters in Music from the Jacobs School of Music at Indiana University and over 9 years of experience teaching music. Since every student is different and has specific goals, my lessons are carefully prepared so that you can learn in a fast pace!

I am completing my doctorate in saxophone and just need to finish my dissertation. I teach a wide variety of styles from classical to jazz to pop.

When students take lessons with me, they learn both how to play their instruments and how to have fun doing it! Music is food for the soul, and learning how to make it can and should be an uplifting experience.

For beginners, we will work out of a method book to establish basic foundational skills such as developing an embouchure, rudimentary saxophone technique, reading music, and more. From there, we can delve deeper into the worlds of classical saxophone, jazz saxophone, or any other style that we want.

NYS Certified Music Teacher. Public school teacher (Elementary)on Long Island since 2002. Excited to work with new students and students desiring to learn more and do more with their instrument!