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Saxophone with Ian C.

Portland, Oregon

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Teaches online
Teaches all skill levels
Age: 10+
Speaks English
Teaching since 2007
Jazz Performance

    About Ian C.

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    My name is Ian, and I am a 28-year-old professional saxophonist in the Portland area. I have been playing saxophone for 15 years, and teaching (privately and ensembles) for 8. I have a strong background in Jazz music, as well as experience playing Rock and Classical music. I teach saxophone (tenor and alto) as well as Jazz improvisation, music theory, rhythm, and professional music skills. I graduated from the New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music in New York City in 2012, where I learned from some of the great masters of jazz. There I also gained experience teaching privately and coaching ensembles. Since moving back to Portland in 2013, I have played at many of the top venues in town, including Jimmy Mak's, Alberta Street Pub, the Doug Fir Lounge, Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, and many others.

    Instructor details

    Location:
    Student's Home
    Student's Home

    Teaching Hours

    Monday
    8 AM-11 PM
    Tuesday
    8 AM-11 PM
    Wednesday
    4 PM-10 PM
    Thursday
    8 AM-11 PM
    Friday
    8 AM-12 PM
    4 PM-8 PM
    Saturday
    4 PM-8 PM
    Sunday
    8 AM-11 PM
    Times are shown in your local timezone (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada)
    Pricing
    30 minutes
    $20
    45 minutes
    $30
    60 minutes
    $40
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    Experience

    Assistant/Student Teacher

    Mar, 2015 - Present

    Portland Youth Jazz Orchestra

    During this last year, I have helped coach several ensembles in the Portland Youth Jazz Orchestra program. Topics have included: -Reading Music -Rhythm -Jazz Improvisation -Ensemble Work Through working with this organization, I have learned how to successfully communicate with students, and how to have a ton of fun while learning to play some awesome music!

    Private Saxophone Teacher

    Mar, 2007 - Present

    Ian Christensen

    I have taught several private saxophone students, as well as jazz improvisation and theory.

    Education

    Jazz Improvisation/Arranging

    Sep, 2007 - May, 2008

    Portland State University

    Jazz Performance

    Aug, 2008 - May, 2012

    The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music

    Awards

    Student Music Award-Best High School Small Group

    Jun, 2007

    Downbeat Magazine

    Student Music Award-Best High School Soloist

    Jun, 2008

    Downbeat Magazine

    Languages

    English

    Native Proficiency

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