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An experienced and friendly music tutor with 15 years experience as a private instrumental tutor and 7 years as a school & college music teacher. Tailors the lesson to for your needs and will have you playing your favourite songs in no time! Experience teaching groups and individuals, across the age range from primary up to age 18. Experienced in delivering online lessons with a high quality multi-camera setup. 100% student pass rate for music exams. Also a music industry professional working as a gigging musician, published composer & music therapist. Qualifications: BA (Hons) degree in Music Production, PGCE in Secondary Music Teaching, MSc in Music Therapy, ABRSM Grade 8 Piano, ABRSM Grade 8 Saxophone, ABRSM Grade 5 Music Theory
Gene has gained a wealth of music knowledge after touring Europe and the UK playing in several high-profile bands over the last 25 years. He strives to pass on this knowledge to other musicians and his students, and he is keen to develop their passion for music. Gene has achieved a successful teaching business which was started in Jan 2012, and has taught hundreds of students over the last decade both privately and within schools, with 100% pass rate for exams through Rock School, ABRSM and Trinity Rock and Pop syllabuses. Gene delivers personalised lessons to suit the needs of each individual learner. He really understands how to make music accessible to all. Gene has expanded his knowledge by studying a degree in music at Nexus ICA in Coventry. After working as a music provider for a year at the Cube Disability, Northampton, he is widening his teaching scope and pursuing a master’s degree in music therapy to provide therapy to all ages. Helping to improve the quality of life for children and adults with learning difficulties. He is passionate about helping others to feel a sense of achievement and well-being and through his passion in music he is achieving this. Gene has an innate understanding of the power of music in improving mental wellbeing and supporting neurodiversity. Gene has recorded, managed, and performed nationally and internationally with many bands since the age of 14. He has been Musical Director for a George Michael tribute show and Soul of the Town Motown and Soul show band. He currently still performs keys regularly with a popular covers band, as well as playing saxophone and piano for wedding guests and corporate clients. Qualifications: BA Hons First Class Degree in Popular Music and Worship, Diploma in Sound Engineering and Music Production
John Spoulos,I have been teaching for five decades.I have had three rock stars and two Grammy nominees as,well as numerous performers,college scholarships for students.We teach all of the,styles,but more importantly, I wrap the lessons around,what students want to learn.You puck the genre and songs,we then go to work enabling you to achieve your musical goals.The lessons,are thirty minute,once a week sessions geared toward your goals and,ability to achieve them.We can do in studio,or, online.Most students are within a,several month framework to achieve.My technique gets you to where you wish to be. While I cannot guarantee you will be a star,I can guarantee that you will achieve your goals.Visit the website,Raritanbaymusicschool.com to hear our performing lesson students.
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Saxophone lessons focus on breath control, embouchure, tone colour and style-specific phrasing for alto, tenor and soprano sax.
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Saxophone lessons: what to expect
Which sax should I start on?
Alto is a common starter; teachers will advise based on musical goals.
Practice tips
Daily long tones, articulation drills and listening to style masters.
A simple learning path for saxophone
A good teacher will tailor lessons to your goals — but here’s what progress often looks like.
Posture, breathing, producing a stable tone and simple melodies.
Scales, articulation, altissimo basics and jazz phrasing.
Advanced improvisation, ensemble playing and stylistic interpretation.
Getting started: what you need
Keep it simple at first — your teacher can help you choose the right setup.
- A student alto or tenor saxophone, reeds and a ligature.
- A metronome, tuner and practice pads for long tones and articulation.
Styles & goals your teacher can support
Choose a direction — lessons can be tailored around what you actually want to play.
Improvisation, comping and soloing vocabulary.
Tone, phrasing and repertoire for concert performance.
Funk, pop and studio-ready technique.
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Trust & safety
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FAQs about saxophone lessons
Start with medium-strength reeds and adjust based on comfort and tone.
Yes — online lessons are effective for technique and repertoire development.