In this unit we will look at how to play and improvise over top backing tracks. You will start to explore how to play your favourite jazz and pop tunes by ear and then set up riffs and solos as you go along. Taught by top Ibiza and pop soloist you will really see how this will inspire your saxophone player. Ideal for any level from beginner upwards.

Music is an excellent company in life and understanding how it works makes it even more interesting. The information and knowledge of the most contemporary and popular styles to the great composers of history are within your reach through these classes where we will start from your personal tastes, analyzing and understanding where these proposals come from and where they are going. . Reviewing discography, doing musical ear training exercises, writing your own ideas will help you develop your potential and creativity so that music is your new way of communicating.

Hello, I'm Bernardo, a dedicated saxophonist and a current bachelor student at the prestigious Conservatorium van Amsterdam. Hailing from Portugal, I'm thrilled to invite you on an exciting saxophone journey alongside me. What I Bring to the Table: Masterful Expertise: Drawing from my studies at the prestigious Conservatorium van Amsterdam, I offer you top-notch saxophone education that combines my passion and proficiency in this extraordinary instrument. All Skill Levels Embraced: Whether you're a complete novice or have some prior experience with the sax, my lessons are inclusive and adapted to your current level. Everyone is welcome! Learning Made Enjoyable: My ultimate goal is to make your saxophone learning experience not only instructive but also genuinely enjoyable. We'll explore the joy of creating music together. Course Highlights: For Beginners: If you're just starting your saxophone journey, we'll begin with the fundamentals, covering everything from assembling the instrument to reading music and playing your first tunes. Intermediate Level: Those with prior experience will delve deeper into techniques, explore scales, and tackle more complex musical compositions. Advanced Level: For those seeking to hone their skills to a professional level, we'll push boundaries with advanced techniques, music theory, improvisation, and discovering your unique saxophone style. Let's explore the world of saxophone music and elevate your playing to new heights. Get in touch with me today and set off on an exciting musical adventure!

As a pianist who has been performing/recording different styles of music for many years, I have developed a wholistic view of the instrument and its role in music. The goal of this course is that my students will build a strong pianistic foundation while playing the styles of music that inspire them the most. The structure of the lessons will be generally divided to two main parts: - Fundamentals of piano playing (including various techniques and methods that enhance strong piano skills and habits). - Working on the music that is most inspiring for my students (including studying written pieces, learning music by ear, composing, improvising, and many other tools). There’s a lot to be said about how a musician can make a musical instrument ‘speak’ and one of the goals of this course is to help my students find their own unique and authentic way of playing the music they love on the piano.

Are you ready to embark on a musical journey that goes beyond the notes and into the realm of soulful expression? Look no further! If you're an aspiring trombonist seeking a mentor who not only possesses over two decades of trombone mastery but also boasts an extensive professional background in contemporary genres like jazz, reggae, funk, and soul, you've found your match. Hi! I'm Jonathan a seasoned professional trombonist and devoted educator who is passionate about nurturing creativity and self-expression through the art of trombone playing. With a deep-rooted love for a variety of musical styles, I bring a unique and unparalleled perspective to every lesson. 🌟 What Sets These Lessons Apart? 🌟 Unleash Your Inner Artist: My lessons are not just about learning technique; they're about tapping into your inner musical artist. Dive into the rich tapestry of jazz, groove to the infectious rhythms of funk, explore the laid-back vibes of reggae, and infuse your melodies with the heart and soul of soul music. Technique in Service of Music: While technique is essential, I believe it's the means to an end – serving the music. Discover how technique can elevate your musicality, enabling you to communicate your emotions and ideas through your trombone. Each lesson is carefully crafted to strike the perfect balance between honing your technical skills and embracing the artistry within. Personalized Learning Journey: No two students are alike, and neither are their musical aspirations. I tailor every lesson to suit your unique goals and learning pace. Whether you're a beginner aiming to hit your first note or an advanced player looking to fine-tune your improvisational skills, My guidance will steer you in the right direction. 🎵 Why Choose Me? 🎵 ✓ 20+ Years of Trombone Experience with Multiple World Tours and Recordings ✓ Diverse Background in Contemporary Music ✓ Passion for Nurturing Creativity ✓ Personalized Approach to Teaching ✓ Focus on Technique as a Musical Tool Are you ready to embark on a trombone journey that marries technique with musical expression? Elevate your playing and let your soulful melodies resonate with the world. Limited slots are available, so don't miss your chance to learn from a true maestro.

My name is Nikolas and I graduated from the Koninklijke Conservatorium Den Haag with honours. The drum lessons designed for drummers of all levels and interests! Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned player, our curriculum covers comprehensive technique training, exploring diverse music genres, and honing your rhythmic prowess on the drum set. We will build a strong foundation by focusing on proper hand and foot positioning, advanced rhythms, and impressive fills. Regardless of your musical preferences! From rock to jazz, blues to funk, Latin to metal, our lessons embrace the richness of various music styles. Playing along to iconic songs is both thrilling and educational. We'll guide you through the intricacies of legendary drum parts, helping you develop a keen sense of timing and musicality. You'll discover your favorite artist's beats while enhancing your drumming skills. Beyond technique and songs, I encourage you to explore the sonic capabilities of the drum set. Unleash your creativity by experimenting with different drum sounds, cymbals, and percussion instruments, elevating your drumming expression to new heights. Whether you aspire to join a band, pursue a music career, or simply enjoy drumming as a hobby, our lessons are tailored to fulfill your unique goals. Thank you!

Saxophone is an instrument that can best convey an emotional expression and as such every one need to learn it very well, acquire the right teachings from an experience tutor as that will enable you to give out the best to your audience. The act of improvisation and soloing, (chordal improvisation, scaler improvisation, The three Cs in improvisation, modes application on songs,i.e Dorian, Phrygian, Lydian, Myxolydian, Locrian and applications, LSV techniques, Articulation, groupings patterns and intervals analysis, tonality and embouchure, chromaticism exercise, understanding passing notes with it's rules and many other relevant techniques

I am a professional singer, pianist and recording artist. I graduated from Escuela de Música Popular de Avellaneda with a Bachelors of Music, specifically voice. Voice students can expect to improve week to week in their vocal technique. Every voice has a unique timbre; I teach students to release built up tension and apply foundational techniques in order to unlock their own individual sound. I can help any student to sing with freedom, confidence, and expression. I teach piano students of all different experience levels. I studied piano for 8 years. I can teach students to read music and pursue classical excellence, to learn how to play contemporary music using chord sheets, or both depending on the goals and preference of the student. As a professional recording artist I am working on the Spanish versión of a children's music project from Portugal. I love to mentor students who want to become effective, dynamic musicians. My personal passion is jazz music but I firmly believe that great technique is essential to any and every style. I look forward to meeting you and helping you to become a better musician!

Hi, my name is Anna and I have been teaching and researching the most effective methods for learning jazz harmony, ear training, and spontaneous arrangement skills for more than 15 years. I will take your music instincts and skills to the next level. Because of the effective methodology and premium techniques that are used in the course, we reduce the time of studying of the material to several months instead of several years. This means that you will be able to enjoy playing at jazz jams and share your music publicly much faster. You will be guided how to practice using Pianistic Intervallic and Ear Training methods. No abstract theory: practice at ease with joy! Along the musical information I will teach you unique psychotechniques in order to release inner resistance, possible procrastination but raise your energy levels and motivation to study regularly. I offer this training for aspiring beginner jazz musicians of any specialization who feel overwhelmed with multiple disorganized sources of information in jazz education and want to study with joy and confidence following a clear effective method.

I offer guitar lessons for beginners and advanced players online through Zoom or Skype. I teach guitar in combination with Jazz music theory. The lessons will address the language of Jazz, the repertoire of standards, and improvising over them. Topics may vary from harmony concept, understanding tunes form, transposing, modes, voicing, ear training, soloing, comping, etc., from the fundamentals of the guitar to more advanced and modern aspects of it. I have a long time of experience in teaching, privately and in schools. Lessons might suit children willing to learn music skills in rhythm, music reading, basic piano, understanding harmony, etc.

I'm Martin! I've studied Guitar Performance major at Berklee College of Music. I have previously taught students ranging from children to elders, in various guitar styles including jazz, rock and pop. I worked as a Core Music Tutor at Berklee College of Music, where I provided individual, hourly tutoring sessions. During the class time I assisted the students in completing coursework and projects in subjects like Fundamentals of Ear Training, Music Fundamentals, Music Application and Theory, Harmony 2-4, Ear Training 1-4, Solfege 1-2, Arranging 1-2, Tonal Harmony and Composition 1-2, Art of Counterpoint, and Conducting 1. During this job I got certified by the College Reading and Learning Association through trainings offered in the program.

Despite or rather because of the lesson plan written down in my piano curriculum, my lessons are always individually tailored to you. For children from the age of 5, I will decide individually whether online lessons make sense or whether it is better to wait 1 year.

About repertoire, harmony, ear training, soloing. To learn the standards by ear and with the records, to get the know how to speak this language. The most important thing to learn this music is to listen, imitate and learn how this language is spoken.

Hi there! My name is Oz, I'm an Amsterdam-based guitarist, composer and arranger. I have graduated from the Jazz Institute of Rimon School of Jazz and Contemporary Music. I am currently an alumnus in the Conservatorium van Amsterdam, taking part in the international music scene of the city. In class we will focus on encouraging your musical passion through your musical instrument and will explore genres such as jazz, blues, rock, funk all the way to Indian music and much more! We will dive into the roots of music theory and harmony, improvisation and even song-writing, everything that would suit your own unique musical journey.

Hello, my dear future student! My name is Maria. I am a singing coach who currently lives in The Hague. I have a passion for music and I would like to share this passion with you! Let's sing together! ;) In my singing lessons we will work on: ✅ Singing technique (breathing technique, increasing your singing range); ✅ Repertoire (singing in different styles and looking for your own style); ✅ Rhythm (developing a sense of rhythm); ✅ Improvisation; ✅ Telling a story in a song; In addition to the most important aspects of singing, we will also pay attention to: ✅ Theory for vocalists; ✅ Acting on stage; ✅ Motivation for musicians; At the end of working on a song we will record it in my home studio.

Learn playing trumpet in an easy way. The lesson will cover anything that you want to get better at: from basic trumpet rolls to music theory, learning your favorite song and so on. The class will adapt the needs of the student. Doesn't matter if you are new, amateur or already playing. You will receive the music score with the recording to practice together, always listening what you have to play. Every lesson will be given over skype or zoom.

I help the student to find his own voice. His own identity when playing, composing and arranging. A personal sound, both in timbre, articulation, improvisation, musicality ... and his own way of composing and arranging. I like that my students enter class and leave it happy and motivated. I consider discipline, closeness and trust essential. I follow the progression of each student in detail, providing adapted material. I let the student choose his path to follow, the style of music he wants to learn, be it jazz, blues, pop, reggae, ska, funk, classical, brass band... and I provide indications getting the most out of it and performance.

Hello everyone! My name is Sofia and I have been singing ever since I was a kid. I graduated from the Lviv National Music Academy. During my post-graduate studies, I invented my own personal and unique singing technique. It is a combination of the best experiences of Italian and German educators. I am the winner of international and Ukrainian contests. I work with students with different levels of vocal experience, and I can prove that everyone can sing. In our lessons, we will learn how to breathe properly, learn how to sound, and together, we will find your own unique singing style. If you want to have a great vocal level by the time and good knowledge in vocal art, how to sing correctly, please feel free to contact me! Make a first step to the dream of your whole life today, immediately!

Hi everyone! I'm Den and I play piano over 25 years. I came up with a solid classical and jazz background. I'm versatile. Have a big experience from working as a ballet pianist and composer of music for dance lessons to rocking loud on tours with some rock and pop stars. I teach Classical Piano, Jazz, Pop, Rock.