What's included
Meets on Demand
schedule meetings as needed60 mins
per sessionTeacher support
Homework
1-2 hours per week. Dan can assign weekly homework that caters to the parent/students needs. This will be addressed the first lesson!Class Experience
Dan is available to teach any age and any level. He is a professional jazz saxophonist with over 10 years experience and has played with artists such as Jon Herington from Steely Dan and Billy Petersen from the Steve Miller Band! If you are interested in learning the saxophone, especially with an emphasis on jazz and improvisation, then you have come to the right place. Dan will be teaching you all the basics! Everything including: Assembling the saxophone Proper embouchure Understanding reeds Finger placement Getting the right sound Air Support/Diaphragmatic Breathing Basic Scales/Arpeggios/ Fun Songs Reading Music Time Signatures and Key Signatures
Learning Goals
Dan will make sure you avoid the bad habits that can be formed when starting a new instrument and make sure you are learning the right way in order to accelerate your progress! Dan understands the nuances of beginning a wind instrument and will help you every step of the way.
Dan will cater to each individual students' goals! He can address everything including:
-Improving saxophone technique
-Improving the ability to sight-read and interpret music
-Improving improvisational abilities
-Understanding Chord Changes
and much much more!!! :)
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Class content is appropriate for all learners regardless of age/level.
Supply List
All books/music/materials will be given in PDF format by Dan. No purchasing on your end required whatsoever!
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Dan holds a BM in Jazz Performance from one of the countries top jazz programs - The University of Miami Frost School of Music!
He has played with many famous artists and has over 10 years of professional experience!
He has taught saxophone for over 7 years to all ages/levels!
Reviews
Live 1-on-1 Lessons
$50
per sessionMeets on demand
60 min
Completed by 5 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-15