Saxophones Take Flight: Beginning Saxophone Class - Level 1
In this 8 week course, very beginning saxophone students practice all the skills necessary for them to be confident players.
Unique Music Studio by Ms. Katherine
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4.9
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What's included
16 live meetings
8 in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Students are expected to practice outside of class at least three times per week for 15 minutes. Practicing outside of class is important as lessons and skills build on each other.Class Experience
CLASS OVERVIEW: In this class, students learn all the basic concepts necessary for them to become confident players. This class is ideal for students that are starting band, or students that may need a refresher. Every week, students learn a new lesson in "A New Tune a Day for Saxophone." The class is further customized according to enrollment and students prior experience. This class is taught in an "I do," "We do," style of learning each song. I play/teach a section of the song, then students play it with me. Students are encouraged to participate through answering questions throughout the class. Students are required to purchase "A New Tune a Day for Saxophone" by Ned Bennett. Classes are also supplemented with a variety of interactive materials including handouts, music, and videos. CLASS SCHEDULE: • Week 1: Introductions, saxophone assembly and setup, note production • Week 2: Tonguing, the notes B, A, and G, whole notes, half notes, and quarter notes • Week 3: The note C dotted half notes, 3/4 time signature • Week 4: The note D, ties • Week 5: The note E, dynamics (loud and soft), slurred notes • Week 6: The note C#, accidentals, the natural sign, repeat signs • Week 7: The note F#, key signatures • Week 8: Review, Introduction of the Next Class GENERAL POLICIES: > Some familiarity with online classes / zoom is highly recommended. Students need to be able to focus on saxophone. In order to do so, this should not be a learners first online class. > Please ensure you can attend all 8 weeks of the course before signing up. Recordings and materials are provided for those that have to miss a week. CLASS LENGTH: 45 minute classes - minimum of 4 learners, maximum of 6 30 minute classes - minimum of 2 learners, maximum of 4 CURRICULUM NOTES: > For extra support assembling the saxophone and making the first three notes (B-A-G), please see my one time class "Saxophone Savvy Start, Let's get Playing!" Many students take this one time class first, then my group classes. It is especially helpful for learners who have no other support assembling the sax. > This class can be taken WITH or WITHOUT lessons. For ongoing private lessons, please see "Clarinet, Flute, or Saxophone Lessons: All Ages/Experience Levels."
Learning Goals
Students will learn how to assemble the saxophone, make an initial sound, and play over a full octave (8 notes).
Other Details
Supply List
The book "A New Tune a Day for Saxophone" ISBN: 9780825682070 is required for this class.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined September, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
1 teacher has a teaching certificate
Michigan Teaching Certificate in Music/Theater/Arts
At Unique Music Studio, we offer music classes on flute, clarinet, saxophone, bassoon, trombone, and piano. Our mission is to enable unique learners to meet their full musical potential through creative and compassionate music education.
Our core values:
• Unique - Music should be for everyone. We love our unique learners. Our music classes are accessible to all.
• Original - We break the mold. Our classes reimagine the possibilities of music education.
• Authentic - There’s no “your music” and “my music” here. We use all types of music to connect with our unique learners.
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ALL OF OUR TEACHERS HAVE...
🎶 A Bachelor’s degree in music.
🎶 Many years of experience teaching students of all ages in a variety of contexts.
🎶 Spent decades studying and performing music.
🎶 A dedication to teaching unique students of all backgrounds and exceptionalities.
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Unique Music Studio allows aspiring musicians to build a love of music that lasts a lifetime. We're excited to work with you and your learner.
/ UNIQUE MUSIC STUDIO TEACHERS /
-- MS. KATHERINE FOX --
Instruments Taught: Clarinet, Flute, and Saxophone
Ms. Katherine has been teaching clarinet, flute, and saxophone lessons for over 20 years to children of ages, levels, and exceptionalities. Online, she's been teaching at Outschool since August 2020. She holds a Bachelor of Music degree in clarinet performance and music education, as well as a MA in Instructional Design. As a professional musician, she performs regularly in the Metro Detroit (Michigan) area with a variety of groups and ensembles. She enjoys walking, gardening, graphic design, and my three cats (Charlie, Conan, and Majestic)!
-- MRS. TARA TURNES --
Instrument Taught: Flute
Mrs. Tara Turnes began studying the flute at age 13 and continued her studies at Florida State University where she graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Instrumental Music Education. She has taught band and general music in the public school system of Jacksonville, FL. She has additionally taught private woodwind and piano lessons and group flute and recorder classes for homeschoolers.
Currently she lives in Central Virginia with her husband, five children and her dog.
-- DR. DEREK GRANGER --
Instruments Taught: Saxophone and Clarinet
Derek Granger is a soloist, chamber musician, and music educator currently pursuing his DMA in Saxophone Performance under Carrie Koffman at The Hartt School. Originally from Las Vegas, Nevada, he earned a BME from the University of Arizona, studying with Timothy McAllister and Kelland Thomas. Granger taught high school choir and music theory at Flowing Wells High School in Tucson, Arizona for the next six years, during which time the choirs garnered top ratings at state and local festivals and performed alongside the Tucson Symphony Orchestra. During this time, Granger also played alto saxophone with the Presidio Quartet, and frequently collaborated with area arts organizations including Arizona Repertory Theatre, The Rogue Theater, and Artifact Dance Company. Leaving Flowing Wells to pursue performance full-time, he earned an MM from Indiana University in 2019, while serving as an Associate Instructor in the studio of Otis Murphy. Selected competition awards include regional and national MTNA competitions, Indianapolis Matinee Musicale Collegiate Competition, Tucson Symphony Orchestra Young Artist Competition, and the Hartt Chamber Music Competition. Granger serves on the summer faculty of Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp.Reviews
Live Group Class
$192
for 16 classes2x per week, 8 weeks
30 min
Completed by 4 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-13
3-9 learners per class
