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Meet your saxophone instructor, discuss goals, and begin 1-on-1 instruction.
No Contracts Ever.
Our professional saxophone instructors have college degrees in saxophone and at least a few years of saxophone teaching and touring experience.
Top instructors like ours also have numerous high quality recordings and extensive repertoire.
Successful saxophone lesson plans are structured, measurable and trackable.
Our saxophone teachers will provide excellent instruction based on lesson plans customized for each student.
We also value our student feedback, which will be shared with the instructors.
Students will need the following equipment for an outstanding learning experience.
The Lesson With You client service team will assist you with finding the right equipment.
What’s the difference between online and in-person saxophone lessons?
Our private online saxophone lessons are similar to in-person lessons, except more affordable and more convenient. In-person saxophone lessons require you to visit the teacher’s studio or home whereas online lessons can be simply set up with few digital equipments in the comfort of your home.
How old should children be before starting saxophone lessons?
We accept students age 5 and up, although students under 13 should have a parent in the room with them for successful saxophone lessons. For children who are young to read music right away, we encourage our teachers to provide a fun, easy musical instruction. This includes rhythm games, ear training, and even improvisation in order to develop your child’s musical abilities.
There are many types of saxophone and reeds available even for small children. Our support line is available to help you figure out what instrument, kits and lesson equipment is best for your child.
How do online saxophone lessons work for beginners?
First, it’s important to let your saxophone instructor know your personal goals and interests. What style are you looking for? Is it Classical or Pop? Do you like the songs by Taylor Swift or Bruno Mars? Are you in the school or church band?
Then, our instructor will make recommendations from getting the right saxophone, equipment and lesson book (if applicable). After scheduling a regular lesson, try practicing saxophone on a regular basis. There’s no rush – what matters for beginners is finding the right practice routine and stick to it.
What do you learn in typical saxophone lessons?
In general saxophone lessons, students will learn detailed instructions on the technical and artistic aspects of music. Students will also learn fingering and breathing exercises along with basic music theory and musical background of the repertoire.
In the lessons, saxophone teachers will give live feedback on how to improve the techniques and help the student understand the musical side of the music. At the end of each lesson, teachers will specifically assign the students which part of the music to work on and students are expected to improve the playing and fix the problems before the next lesson.
Learn from the Best. No contracts ever.
Chris Forbes
Saxophone
M.M. Northwestern University
Evanston, IL
B.M. Boston University
Boston, MA
Christopher Forbes is a concert saxophonist from North Smithfield, Rhode Island who has performed internationally with various ensembles in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Italy, France, and the United Kingdom. Christopher was named the third prize winner of the 2020 Vandoren Emerging Artist competition and has been involved in commissions with composers such as David Amram and Joan Tower.
Christopher has recorded with multiple ensembles and is an advocate for new music showing the wide range of expression and technique that the saxophone can accomplish. Forbes holds a bachelor’s degree from Boston University, and now is an active chamber and solo musician in the Chicago area.
Forbes has studied with saxophonists including Taimur Sullivan, Frederick Hemke, Marcus Weiss, and Ken Radnofsky.
Gabe Bertolini
Saxophone
M.M. Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI
B.M. University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC
Gabe Bertolini is a freelance saxophonist, composer, and educator based in New York City. Originally from Curitiba, Brazil, he moved to the United States at age 12 and developed a love for jazz and the saxophone. Gabe has performed professionally in a wide variety of contexts including extensive jazz, pop, and musical theater work, cruise ship showbands, and off-broadway touring.
Gabe earned a Bachelor of Music Degree in Jazz Studies from the University of South Carolina, Summa Cum Laude. He earned his Master of Music Degree in Performance from Western Michigan University, where he also taught collegiate classes and private lessons as a graduate assistant. Gabe was recognized for outstanding performances during his studies in Downbeat Magazine as well as numerous jazz festivals.
Gabe has experience teaching students of all levels, and enjoys teaching and playing a diverse range of music on the saxophone.
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