FLUTE/SAXOPHONE. Jazz/technique/improvisation lessons.

From 66 C$ /h

This class includes absolutely everything what the student is interested in terms of jazz and improvised music since the openness of Markus and thanks to the previous experience from CVA in terms of teaching and playing jazz in the Amsterdam Scene.

Markus follows a more open-environment learning atmosphere whilst keeping the traditional teaching methods in mind. Technique exercises and information about the improvised music are the 2 pillars of the lesson. Also, its good to mention that the lessons are not what you'd expect from a traditional lesson. We rarely use paper in the lesson and the most important aspect is not the eyes but the ears. Since improvisation doesn't use paper, why would we use it in the lesson?

Extra information

Lap-top, Phone, Personal Flute(organizable from the teacher). Also the times of the lessons are very flexible but fixed lessons are also welcome.

Location

Online from Estonia

About Me

Teaching is such an important aspect in the world and since the beginning of time, Music has been the most important collective activity since the beginning of time. And in that Spirit, I try to continue the lineage of the collective improvisation in my music.
Thus, I have developed a different teaching method, the one where I use paper as little as possible and develop ear-training to the maximum. Personally, I have recieved so much good feedback and positive energy for myself that this job is what I really adore.

Education

Markus started playing flute when he was 7. Seeing the potential, when Markus finished music school at the age of 12. He was invited for entrance exams in Tallinn Music High school, an elite classical school in Estonia a. After finishing the high school there, Markus started playing jazz at the age of 16.
Now, Markus has finished his education in one of the best if not the best instiutions for studying jazz and improvised music.
Conservatorium Van Amsterdam/Jazz flute Bachelor Degree

Experience / Qualifications

"Son Swagga"
"Foresight"
"De Nachtdienst"
"Alvistar Funk Collective"

Estonian National Flute Competition 2012 = 1st Place
Karlis Strala International Flute Competition 2013 = 2nd place
Veneto Jazz Workshops 2015/16/17.

Age

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

45 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Skills

Transverse flute

Jazz music

Saxophone

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -04:00)

New York

Online via webcam

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

00-04

04-08

08-12

12-16

16-20

20-24

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Experience:
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Methodology:
I tailor the lessons to the student's level, style, or goals. Generally, the first half of the lesson is dedicated to technique, focusing on proper placement, execution, and relaxation, which will result in a good sound. Over time, I've realized that it's also a way to connect with the guitar, concentrate, and warm up. So, little by little, we'll develop our routine, which will begin by working on basic rhythmic aspects.
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FLAMENCO
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- Accompaniment to singing and dancing
- Clapping and rhythms

MODERN GUITAR
- Harmony
- Improvisation
- Repertoire (rumbas, pop, jazz, rock, etc.)

CLASSIC
- Reading, solfège and interpretation.
- Works
- I work with progressive learning books

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BACK TO SCHOOL PROMOTION! (Valid until September 30, 2026)
Start the new school year with music! Sign up before September 30 and receive a 10% discount on your first lesson package of 5 or 10 lessons.

🗓️ FLEXIBLE RUSHING FOR THE NEW SCHOOL YEAR
My class schedule for the upcoming season is currently being finalized. Don't see your desired day or time immediately in the calendar? Feel free to contact me! In consultation, there are many possibilities regarding days and times (both during the day and in the evening).

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