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£54/hr
5.0
Ellie B
Supportive, patient and encouraging Saxophone tutor
Hi there, thanks for reading my profile :) My name's Ellie (they/them). I've been a piano teacher for 11 years now. I teach all ages of children, teenagers and adults (I'm a big believer that you're never too old to start learning!), and I'm very happy teaching all levels from complete beginners to diploma.My teaching style is friendly, encouraging and supportive. It's really important to me to create an environment where my students feel happy and relaxed when learning.I teach a range of styles including classical, pop, jazz, blues and more, as well as composition, songwriting, aural training...
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£35/hr
5.0
Matthew D
Enthusiastic all round Saxophone tutor!
Hello, I'm Matthew, a musician and educator based in the North West of England.My journey in music began at the Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts (LIPA), where I immersed myself in a diverse range of musical experiences and earned a First-Class BA (Hons) degree. I continued my studies at the University of Salford, where I achieved a Master's in Composition with Distinction. Throughout my academic pursuits, I had the privilege of being mentored by esteemed industry luminaries such as Dean Masser, Steve Berry, Paul Mitchel Davidson, and Mike Smith. Their invaluable guidance not only honed my...
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£44/hr
5.0
John K
Experienced Saxophone tutor and composer
I hold a master's degree in composition from the Royal College of Music and a first-class bachelor's degree in music from Goldsmiths University, with seven years of experience teaching various instruments. I specialise in piano, ukulele, saxophone, flute, organ, composition, and music theory. My ABRSM grades include grade 8 in piano, grade 8 in music theory, and grade 6 in flute. I also have grade 6 organ, grade 5 jazz piano, and grade 3 violin. I have worked with a variety of professional musicians, as well as professional and amateur choirs. Some of my compositions have been performed by the...
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£47/hr
5.0
Simon L
Jazz, pop, blues, soul, classic Saxophone Saxophone
I’ve been playing saxophone for nearly three decades and have over 20 years of one-to-one teaching experience. My students, aged from 8 to 74, have consistently passed graded exams with flying colours, while also discovering a genuine love for music and building confidence in their abilities.I hold a BA in Jazz Performance, and I combine my professional performance experience with extensive teaching practice to provide students with a strong musical foundation. My lessons draw on a deep understanding of tone, phrasing, rhythm, and improvisation, giving each student the tools to express themselves f...
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£39/hr
5.0
James M
Kind, patient and enthusiastic Saxophone Teacher
I have taught music for over ten years while working as a touring musician.I teach students of all ages and experience levels, from five-year-olds to adults in their 70s. Lessons can focus on writing your own music, learning songs you have always loved, or understanding how music works. Whether you are a complete beginner or have been playing for years, we can explore the areas that interest you most.Sessions begin with music you actually enjoy. We might learn a favourite song, use it to explore how the music is structured, or develop your own ideas into a song. I also draw on my experience of...
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