Saxophone Lessons in Mount Vernon, NY

I've been teaching saxophone for 20 years and my students have gone on to the State level Band Auditions and won multiple times. Within the first few lessons, you'll be able to make a decent sound, play scales, arpeggios and simple tunes, and as time goes on you'll be able to play popular tunes solo and with accompaniment of piano or band. I specialize in classical, jazz and klezmer style, typically use best published books, and have the renovated, quiet and spacious studio, music stands, audio equipment. I love working with students of all ages and experience levels and I can't wait to meet you!

Alto & Tenor

I have developed a teaching method that is efficient and creative, and is backed by over thirty years of professional performing experience. In the past fifteen years, I have taught continuously at several music schools in Germany. In my classroom, I approach music lessons with uncompromising attention to the goals of my students, their abilities and style. While focused on rigorous study of instrumental technique and music theory,

Since I started playing at age 11, I have been fortunate enough to study with some prolific musicians including: UNT sax professor Brad Lelei, Grammy nominated saxophonist Myron Walden, and world renowned bass player Reggie Workman. I currently study saxophone at the New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music in NYC. In my lessons we'll have fun while focusing on your goals. Through practice and the materials I provide, you will notice a dramatic increase in your musical abilities. See you soon!

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!

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!

From beginners to advanced students looking to ace their college auditions, I can prepare you to be the best saxophonist you can be. I have a number of all state saxophonists under my belt and have consistently coached students to earn superiors at state music festivals.

Want to learn to improvise and play by ear over your favorite funk, rock, pop, hip-hop, or jazz songs? Want to provide a beginning saxophonist with a solid foundation or learn the techniques necessary to take intermediate playing to the professional level? If so, you're in the right place. Kellon actively performs in NYC, has experience teaching all ages, and holds a Master's in jazz saxophone performance from NYU.

First of all, I will evaluate the teaching method by speaking to the student and evaluating what is necessary, important, and what the student wants to learn. I teach with various techniques, from basic to advanced improvisation, sound, harmony, theory, and group lessons.
I am an active Jazz musician in NY, I like to teach the students how to learn songs, how to understand music with a personal approach that is built only after talking to the student and understanding the level and routine required.
My approach is all about FUN! Playing an instrument should not be intimidating to the student.