Music

Saxophone

Michael W.

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Teaches online

Teaches all skill levels

Age: 9+

Speaks English

Teaching since 2012

Saxophone Performance

Learn Saxophone with ease from a seasoned musician and teacher

I have been performing and competing on saxophone for over 16 years, and I have a degree from the University of Arizona in saxophone performance. My private lesson studio opened in 2012 and since then I have cultivated a deep passion for creating personalized lessons for motivated students. I teach all ages, all skill levels and all styles. I look forward to meeting you!

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Teaching Hours

Monday

3 PM-9 PM

Tuesday

10 AM-12 PM

Wednesday

10 AM-9 PM

Friday

12 PM-9 PM

Saturday

11 AM-4 PM

6 PM-9 PM

Sunday

1 PM-2 PM

2:30 PM-4 PM

5 PM-9 PM

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Pricing

30 minutes

$35

60 minutes

$65

About Michael W.

4.8

(8)

I am a woodwind specialist with a degree in saxophone performance from the University of Arizona. I have been performing and competing since the fifth grade. Since arriving in Tucson in 2010, I have performed with dozens of groups, perhaps most notably the Tucson Symphony Orchestra. I play a variety of musical styles including classical, jazz, musical theater, rock, funk and avant garde. Music has provided me the opportunity to travel all over the world, from London to China and Mexico to Peru. I opened my private lesson studio in 2012. Since then, I have cultivated a deep passion for creating personalized lessons for motivated students. Lessons revolve around strong fundamentals, but feature fun and engaging activities such as games, transcriptions of pop tunes (or any genre), active listening and discussion, free and guided improvisation and anything else that inspires each individual student. I have taught beginners as young as eight years old to advanced players well into their retirement. I'm looking forward to sharing my passion with you!

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8 Reviews

Rebecca

Teacher's studio

Michael is an excellent teacher and he was so patient with my daughter (5th grade). She was way ahead of the other students in her class and he found additional music for her to learn so she wasn't bored.

Posted Feb 11, 2016

Suzette

Teacher's studio

When my 11 year old son first began saxophone lessons with Michael Weiss, he was a true beginner but within 5 months, he was playing a song at a recital! Michael is patient and kind but firm in his direction and has instilled confidence in my son that he can play whatever songs he wants to play with focus and practice. Michael is flexible and adept at tailoring his lessons to the individual's needs. I highly recommend him.

Posted Feb 4, 2016

Suzette

Teacher's studio

Posted Feb 4, 2016

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Experience

Woodwind Instructor

Jun, 2014 - Present

Music & Arts

- Create lesson plans that are personalized for each student - Encourage public performance and competition through recitals and auditions - Write and arrange fun, unique songs chosen by either student or teacher

Principal Woodwind Performer

Dec, 2019 - Jan, 2021

Arizona Theatre Company

- Sight read, improvise and perform musical theater repertoire at a professional level - Double on various saxophones, flutes and clarinets - Make important style decisions based on context of the music

Private Lesson Director

Jan, 2012 - Present

Michael Weiss Music

Education

Associate of Music

Jan, 2009 - May, 2010

Oakton Community College

Saxophone Performance

Aug, 2010 - May, 2014

University of Arizona

Awards

Fine Arts Scholarship

Aug, 2012

University of Arizona

Affiliations

Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Fraternity of America

Nov, 2013

Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Fraternity of America (also known as Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia, Phi Mu Alpha, or simply Sinfonia) is an American collegiate social[1] fraternity for men with a special interest in music. The fraternity is open to men &amp;quot;who, through a love for music, can assist in the fulfillment of [its] Object and ideals either by adopting music as a profession, or by working to advance the cause of music in America.&amp;quot;