Hello and welcome! 

My private saxophone lessons are tailored to help your learner achieve their individual music goals, whether they are a beginner or an advanced saxophonist. I am a qualified public school music educator with over 20 years of experience playing the saxophone.  I am dedicated to providing a personalized and inclusive learning experience for all of my students.

My private saxophone lessons are ideal for anyone who wants to improve their saxophone skills, including those who are preparing for auditions, performances, or exams. 

I am committed to creating a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment. I believe that everyone should have access to quality music education, regardless of their background or ability. With a Master's Degree in Special Education and experience working in learning support, I am particularly skilled at adapting my teaching methods to meet the diverse needs of all students.

In these private lessons, you will receive one-on-one instruction, which helps me to cater to your specific learning style and pace. You will receive guidance on proper playing techniques, music theory, and ear training, and you will work on a variety of repertoire pieces that suit your skill level and interests.  During private saxophone lessons, I will focus on the following things with your student: 

1. Proper care for your instrument: One of the most important aspects of learning to play any instrument is knowing how to properly take care of it. I will teach you how to clean, maintain, and store your saxophone. This includes how to assemble and disassemble your instrument, how to clean the various parts of your saxophone, and how to prevent damage to your instrument.

2. Tone production: Producing a beautiful tone is one of the most sought-after skills among saxophonists. I will help you develop a consistent and pleasing tone by working on breath support, embouchure (the way you shape your mouth around the mouthpiece), and tone exercises. You will learn how to use your breath effectively to create a full, resonant sound, and how to manipulate your embouchure to control the pitch and timbre of your notes.

3. Note accuracy: Playing the right notes at the right time is a fundamental skill for any saxophonist. During your private lessons, I will work with you on reading sheet music, identifying notes on the staff, and fingering techniques. More advanced students will learn how to play scales, arpeggios, and other exercises to develop muscle memory and finger dexterity. I will also help you learn how to interpret musical notation and phrasing to create a dynamic and expressive performance.

4. Rhythmic accuracy: Rhythm is the foundation of all music, and developing a strong sense of rhythm is essential for any saxophonist. I will help you improve your rhythmic accuracy by teaching you how to count and subdivide beats, and how to use different rhythms and time signatures. You will work on exercises to develop your timing and precision, and learn how to play with a metronome to keep a steady beat.

Overall, by focusing on these areas, Alice Maundrell's private saxophone lessons aim to provide a comprehensive and well-rounded education in saxophone playing, helping students achieve their musical goals while fostering a love and appreciation for music.

If you are interested in taking private saxophone lessons with me, please get in touch to discuss your learners music goals and schedule your first lesson. I look forward to helping you reach your full potential as a saxophonist!