17 Somerville Saxophone Lessons

...I am a Vassar College graduate with extensive experience tutoring in all subjects of science and mathematics, and in MCAT and SAT prep. Past students have improved as much as 200 points on the SAT or two full letter grades in subject classes under my instruction. I am willing to travel to tutor, and have flexible night and weekend hours. Please... read more

...Every music student of mine, instrumental or vocal, learns that his or her voice is their first instrument, and must be used to express musical ideas. Instruments are a beautiful extension of the voice. I offer lessons in voice, flute, oboe, clarinet, saxophone, ear training, sight reading, composition, and general music. David B.M. Performance,... read more

...- Introduction to Western Music - an overview of forms and styles of Western classical music, with emphasis on the period of common practice (Baroque, Classical, Romantic), 1700-1910 - Early Music - history of Western music from antiquity until approximately 1680 (about 2000 years), focus topics included chant structure, performance, and development;... read more

...While I do believe that learning to read music is extremely important, I like to place an emphasis on improvisation and playing by ear. I always try to get my students to jam as soon as possible so that they can really enjoy their instrument. I put a strong emphasis on learning the fundamentals of saxophone including sound production, scales, and... read more

...I consider myself to be well-rounded, as I have tutored various school related subjects to high school students. I have also taught piano lessons to elementary aged students with no prior musical background. But one thing stands true regardless of the subject: I enjoy trying to keep things interesting for students when I am tutoring because if it... read more