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Saxophone with Ricardo M.

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Teaches online
Teaches all skill levels
Age: 8+
Speaks English, Spanish, French
Teaching since 2005
Doctor of Music, Saxophone Performance

    About Ricardo M.

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    I am a saxophonist and music educator with experience in multiple woodwinds and piano. I have years of performing and teaching experience and have studied with some of the the world's preeminent musicians of my instrument. I am very patient and I enjoy teaching both children and adults. I strive to keep lessons fun and engaging. I encourage parents to be present for their child's lessons and take part in the learning process.

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    Ben Ellenbogen
    Teacher's studio
    Excellent! Couldn't have been better! I'm an adult beginner on flute, but play guitar and have played both tenor sax and clarinet in the past, so I come with a mixed set of skills. Ricardo asked me my goals and assessed my strengths and weaknesses. He was very patient and receptive to all my questions. In my first lesson I've already learned techniques which have improved my playing. Ricardo's resume of performing and teaching give me great confidence and payed a role in choosing him to be my teacher. I feel very fortunate to have connected with him!
    Posted Mar 25, 2016
    Sasha and Natasha McLin
    Student's home
    Great first lesson!
    Posted Nov 23, 2015
    Santwana Singh
    Student's home
    Ricardo is an excellent teacher. He is a skilled musician and along with that he is kind, patient and encouraging with our kids. We started with our older son getting saxophone lessons with him and seeing how good he is with kids we asked if he can try teaching our younger one Piano. Our 5 yr old son enjoys getting lesson from him. I have already recommended Ricardo to a friend and would continue to do so.
    Posted Oct 14, 2015
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    Experience

    Endorsing Artist for Légère Reeds

    Oct, 2015 - Present

    Légère Reeds Ltd.

    Associate Instructor of Saxophone

    Aug, 2016 - Jul, 2019

    Indiana University Jacobs School of Music

    After School Band Instructor

    Nov, 2015 - Jun, 2016

    Fremont Unified School District

    Teach band instruments (woodwinds, brass, and percussion) in elementary schools in Fremont Unified School District. Prepare students to participate in one or two public performances a year.

    Tenor Saxophonist

    Sep, 2015 - Jul, 2016

    San Jose Wind Symphony

    Saxophone Coach

    Sep, 2015 - Sep, 2015

    California Youth Symphony

    Clinician for members of the California Youth Symphony Wind Ensembles

    Private Music Teacher

    Sep, 2005 - Present

    Self-Employed

    Private piano, saxophone, flute, and clarinet lessons

    Education

    Bachelor of Music, Saxophone Performance, Minor in French Studies

    Aug, 2006 - May, 2009

    University of Minnesota Twin Cities

    Doctor of Music, Saxophone Performance

    Aug, 2016

    Indiana University Jacobs School of Music

    Master of Music, Saxophone Performance

    Aug, 2012 - May, 2015

    Indiana University Jacobs School of Music

    Médaille d’Or, Saxophone and Chamber Music

    Oct, 2010 - Jul, 2012

    Conservatoire à Rayonnement Régional in Cergy-Pontoise, FRANCE

    Advanced Saxophone Studies

    Oct, 2009 - Jul, 2010

    Conservatoire à Rayonnement Régional in Monpellier, FRANCE

    Awards

    1st Prize, MTNA East Central Division Chamber Music Competition – Melos Saxophone Quartet

    Jan, 2015

    Music Teachers National Association

    Affiliations

    North American Saxophone Alliance

    Mar, 2015

    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.

    Languages

    French

    Professional Proficiency

    English

    Native Proficiency

    Spanish

    Native Proficiency

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