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Saxophone Lessons in New York City
Are you interested in saxophone lessons for beginners in New York City? Or maybe you’re an experienced player seeking to fine tune your skills. Either way, this vibrant community is a remarkable place to learn. After all, they don’t call NYC the “City of Dreams” for no reason.
In fact, if you choose to take saxophone classes in NYC, you’ll be among thousands of artists who study music and hone their crafts here. Whether you’re envisioning playing your sax in an orchestra on Broadway or sitting in with a jazz band, lessons will get you on your way fast. So, what are you waiting for? Your dream awaits!
The Benefits of Taking Saxophone Lessons in NYC
New York City jazz is its own genre that is known worldwide for having a distinctive, big city sound with lots of pizzazz and fast runs. Eddie “Lockjaw” Davis and Walter Theodore "Sonny" Rollins are just two faces that helped pioneer New York City jazz into a new era playing their saxophones here.
Taking saxophone lessons can help you leave your mark on the music world, too. Whatever your style, NYC saxophone instructors specialize in an array of musical genres such as jazz, rock, blues, pop, classical music, and swing.
New York is also home to Juilliard School and the Manhattan School of Music, and our teachers can help prepare you for admission into these prestigious universities. We offer lessons in the alto sax, tenor sax, baritone sax, bass sax, soprano sax and others!
Finding a Teacher for Saxophone Classes in New York City
TakeLessons has highly trained and educated instructors all throughout the city and its surrounding boroughs. So if you’re looking for saxophone lessons in New York City, Manhattan, Brooklyn, Staten Island, or Queens, you’ll be able to find a teacher in our easy-to-use directory.
With over 150 qualified instructors offering saxophone lessons in NYC, you’re sure to find one that is an excellent fit for your needs. We also have teachers that offer online instruction, so students aren’t limited to local teachers.
One of our most popular sax teachers is Bill T. from Brooklyn, NY, who offers alto and tenor lessons and is a member of the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers. There’s also Matt L. in Astoria, NY, who has more than 75 esteemed client reviews. He holds a Bachelor's in Music Performance and 20 years of professional performance under his belt.
Getting to Saxophone Classes in NYC
The Big Apple is known worldwide for traffic congestion. Cars, cabs, busses and people are literally on the move all day and night in NYC. Be sure to keep your schedule and commute in mind when choosing a location to meet with your sax teacher.
Consider using a reliable form of city transportation such as the rail system, subway or the free ferry if traversing between Queens, Manhattan, Brooklyn or the Bronx. If you’re lucky, your route will take you past some of New York City’s most famous landmarks. You might catch a glimpse of the Statue of Liberty or the place where dreams come true, Radio City Music Hall.
Practicing in Between Saxophone Lessons in NYC
Once you book saxophone lessons in NYC, consider renting an instrument at eVillage Music Store. Ready to buy? Head to Roberto’s Winds or KB SAX for good deals on both new and used instruments. Your instructor will likely also have some good recommendations for how to choose just the right saxophone for you.
Here in this coastal city of 8.6 million people, you’ll find plenty of opportunities to get more involved in the saxophone community - whether you’re a beginner or advanced musician. Check out the groups on Meetup to find others to jam with when you’re ready.
Saxophone street performances are commonplace around the city, and there’s no need for a permit on most streets or parks like Central Park. You can even play for a crowd at an open mic night at The Village Underground, the Postcrypt Coffeehouse or Pete’s Candy Store to build your performance experience.
When you’re ready to get yakety with your sax like Boots Randolph, sign up for saxophone lessons in New York City to get started!
