How to play saxophone and the art of improvisation Groningen

From 52 C$ /h

I think of myself as social musician. I mostly like to play sharing music with others. My first priority goes to having an interesting/charming/ resonant full sound. Then i work on how to connect your ears to your instrument so that you can play as simple as possible in a way that you can hear it before you are getting to play it on saxophone. We can also work on repertoire based on taste in music of your choice. If we choose some music that you like before actually studying it, this is a strong motivation for the student to go for it ! I am mostly an alto and tenor player but i can teach to any other kind of saxophone like baritone, soprano etc. My sound , technique and lessons are mostly coming from jazz music(blues ,swing , mostly American music of 20s-60s)
I assign homework after every lesson about the technique of the saxophone but also the possible tools of improvisation in music.

Extra information

LESSONS

SAXOPHONE TECHNIQUE
Has the sound of the saxophone always appealed to you? Would you like to play your favourite music on either soprano, alto, tenor, or baritone saxophone? Or would you like to improve your technique, or maybe discover your own sound? In all those cases, I can guide you through playing the saxophone. I have access to a great variety of course material and also developed my own, which allows me to adjust your music lessons to your individual taste, level and goals.

IMPROVISATION – FOR ALL INSTRUMENTALISTS (AND VOCALISTS)
Would you like to learn how to improvise on your instrument? Would you like become familiar with the jazz tradition, or would you like to discover your own style of improvisation? I offer improvisation lessons for all instrumentalists and vocalists. A jazz background is not necessary: the only thing you need, is a basic technique level on your instrument

EAR TRAINING
One of the most useful skills, next to improvisation, that all kinds of instrumentalists and vocalists could learn from the jazz tradition, is how to play or sing music by ear. In a lot of musical genres there is a great emphasis on sheet music and sightreading. The ability to play or sing music by ear however, gives musicians the opportunity to use their instrument or voice in a much more versatile and creative way. This varies from more ease and options to play at live (jamming) sessions, to being able to play music that is not (yet) available in sheet music. I offer ear training, consisting of all kinds of exercises to learn how to recognize music by ear and to once and for all connect your ears to the instrument you play.

MUSIC THEORY
Just like languages such as English, Dutch or Greek have universal rules, so does the language of music. It does not consist of an alphabet, syntax, pragmatics or semantics, it consists of, chords, chord sequences, scales, rhythm and finally music notation. I offer lessons in which you learn how music is written and how you can use the universal language of music to communicate effectively with other musicians.

ARRANGING
Do you play in a duo, band, trio, quartet, quintet etc. (any group of two or more musicians) and experience trouble deciding who plays which part? Or, is there no sheet music of your piece of preference available for your group formation? I offer lessons in arranging music, which means learning how to make adaptations of compositions to fit your ensemble. This can mean rewriting a composition for different instruments, but also in different styles, tonalities and/or time signatures. One can do this by hand, but I also teach basic skills in digital music notation. Do you already have some basic skills in digitals music notation and are you really enthusiastic about expanding your arranging skills? I also offer a six month crash course in arranging for different group formations

BAND COACHING
Do you play in a duo, band, trio, quartet, quintet etc. (any group of two or more musicians) and would you like some help with rehearsing and playing together? I offer band coaching and guidance in various styles of (jazz) music.

If you are interested in receiving lessons in one or more of the above mentioned subjects, please contact me : together we can create a course that fits your individual needs and goals.

Location

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Around Groningen, Netherlands

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Grote Leliestraat, Groningen, Netherlands

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About Me

I enjoy teaching a lot and i see myself evolving as a performer musician through it .
I find that each one of us musicians (either professionals or amateurs) that we have different charisma in relation to music.
I also find that that each student deserves a different way to receive music education based on the current needs of each individual person.
So the goals may vary depending on who we are , how much time can we spend on studying , what are we dreaming of etc etc.
I can become very analytical in terms of theory or harmony or instrument technique if needed.
On the other hand i can also be more practical and not really talk about it and focus on action.
My preference lies between these two edges but then it really depends on the needs of each student.
If the student has some specific taste in music that he or she would like to learn from , i can give directions about how to approach it .

Education

Bachelor diploma in jazz music performance studies at Prince Claus Conservatoire of Groningen .
I have been next to teachers like Michael Moore, Miguel Martinez , Tineke Postma, Jeroen van Heerzele.

Experience / Qualifications

I started teaching 6 years ago.
I also teach music theory , harmony , ear training , rhythm , saxophone technique, how to build a music combo,how to teach an ensemble of instruments playing together, how to make arranging of music on a basic simple level.

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

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Greek

Skills

Saxophone

Jazz music

Availability of a typical week

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New York

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Sebastiano

5.0

(3)

Hello fellow musician!
Have you ever dreamed of becoming a saxophone player?
Wheter you are trying to become a jazz improviser, or you have just started familiarizing with the instrument, I can teach you how to:

- be able to produce a beutiful sound;
- use music theory as a practical way to play correctly over changes;
- maximize the outcome of your practice-time;
- master the technique on your horn.

As a student, I often found myself struggling with resolving a particular set of problems. I was constantly confronted with higher-levelled players, wondering whether I would ever become able to express myself as they did through their music. Having been studying jazz for many years, I experimented with a lot of different learning methods, only to find out that music improvisation is something that is mainly acquired in very personal, differentiated ways. One of the most interesting things I experienced as an educator, when encountering students who shared my own past insecurities, doubts, questions, and struggles, was getting to understand a part of the person in front of me; and to find new ways to help grasp and internalize a theoretical or technical concept that could then enable them to formulate a more coherent musical idea. Even if every student is a unique individual, thus responding to different educational methods, I think that, over time, I was able to identify a red line around which I could create a method that can be beneficial to the majority of aspirational players.

For the past few years, I have been giving private instrument lessons to jazz players with varied backgrounds and experience.
My educative career consists of a traditional classical, MA in classical saxophone (Conservatorio G. B. Martini, Bologna), a BA in jazz saxophone (ibid.), and a BA in jazz saxophone called New York Jazz Bachelor at the Prins Claus Conservatorium in Groningen, where I am now attending a Jazz Master program.

Domen

5.0

(3)

I am a second year Master student at the jazz department of the Prins Claus conservatoire. I am a bass player and a composer, who performed in over 10 countries with different projects as a leader and a sideman.
Bass lessons include:
-bass technique
-multiple genres (pop, rock, jazz, funk, soul, hip hop,...)
- music theory
- composition
-improvisation
-arranging
-studio recording
I am open to any needs and wishes of a student and I would make a personal schedule for each student, depending on their needs and goals.

Nick

5.0

(3)

Singing is one of the most powerful ways to express yourself in music.
If you are looking to explore your voice, learn information about vocal technique and music theory or progress in playing and singing together, I can be of help.
I look forward to sharing everything I have learned in my musical journey with you.

Daniel

5.0

(3)

Hello there! I'm Daniel and I'm looking forward to helping you develop your talent for singing! I offer private lessons, vocal coaching to singers of all levels and ages.

The content of the lessons can vary depending on the student's experience and wishes.
Some topics we can touch and investigate forward in a lesson are:

- LEARNING TO LEARN SONGS AND BUILDING REPERTOIR
- INTERPRETATION AND IMPROVISATION
- EXPLORATION OF YOUR VOICE AND SOUND
- BREATHING AND POSTURE
- WARM UP AND EXERCISES
- SOLFEGE AND THEORY IN USE
- COMMUNICATION WITH THE BAND AND LEADERSHIP SKILLS
- WORK IN VOCAL ENSEMBLE
- MICROPHONE TECHNIQUE (live and studio)
- LOOPING

Interested? Do not hesitate to get in touch with me and ask any question you may have! :)

Carlos

5.0

(3)

Hi¡
My name is Carlos. I'm studying a master degree in the Prince Claus Conservatoire, here in Groningen.
If you are looking for saxophone or musical language lessons, I'm your man, no matter your level or age. I have a lot experience with children and also with adults. I can teach face to face and also online.

Carla

5.0

(3)

Having a master's degree in saxophone teaching, I can guarantee that the classes will be 100% adapted to the needs and requests of each student.
I want students to have a healthy relationship with the instrument and that they are always motivated by what they are playing.
I can teach different types of music such as: classical, contemporary, pop or commercial.
I'm also

Diego

5.0

(3)

Do you want to start playing the saxophone or maybe take it up again after a while?

Do you want to improve what you already know or prepare for an entrance exam to intermediate or higher level?

I am your teacher!

My name is Diego, and with my classes you will learn to improve both theoretical and practical aspects to become your best version. We will focus on different areas, such as saxophone technique or interpretation of scores, but above all, making music.

If you are interested in starting, do not hesitate to contact me (for face-to-face or online classes) and we will focus the class according to your needs.

Ambrose

5.0

(3)

I'm a 3rd year bachelor student studying jazz drumming at Prins Claus Conservatorium, Groningen.

The main idea of the lesson is to develop your interest in music as much as I can, have fun while being productive and progressive. I can guarantee that I will provide
1. Well-equiped teaching facilities.
2. Every student's lesson will be prepared thoroughly before class as a mind map.

I like to teach because I love sharing the joy of playing drums to people and let them have a good time. I have multiple teaching experiences covering all ages. I have great relationship with all of them.

Mara

5.0

(3)

Hello everyone! :)
I am offering music lessons in saxophone, improvisation/jazz music, music theory, ear training, basic piano or voice training for all ages and levels!

If you are just starting to play the instrument, I can teach you:
- Producing a beautiful sound
- Improving your technique of the instrument

If you are interested in jazz/improvisation lessons, I can teach you:
- Playing on jazz tunes using jazz harmony knowledge
- Music of the jazz repertoire

If you want to improve your music theory knowledge:
- I can offer lessons in ear training/ harmony/ solfege/ composition
- Prepare you for entrance exams

I also offer lessons in basic piano and voice training for beginners. Any combination of the lessons is also a possibility! :)

Lessons are very personalised and focused on the quality, pace and needs of every of the students.
For me it is important to create a welcoming and friendly space where you can express anything regarding your musical progress.

Feel free to contact me for more details if you are interested.

Wenjie

5.0

(3)

Jazz is more than a musical style—it’s a language for expressing who you are. Through singing, improvisation, composition, and listening, students learn how to transform emotions, ideas, and personal experiences into music.

Lessons can include jazz vocals, pop vocals, composition, arranging, ear training, and music theory, depending on each student’s interests and goals. Beyond technique, we will also explore the cultural and historical backgrounds of different musical styles, helping students develop a broader artistic perspective.

Using practical examples from real music, theory becomes something you can hear, feel, and immediately apply. Whether you are taking your first steps in music or looking to deepen your musicianship, lessons are designed to encourage creativity, curiosity, and individual artistic growth.

Janita

5.0

(3)

Hi! I’m a Janita from India, based in Groningen . I'm a jazz vocalist, songwriter, and Master’s-trained musician with experience in jazz and Indian classical music. I love helping singers discover their voice and build a strong foundation in technique and improvisation.

I believe good technique gives you the freedom to sing with confidence and develop your own sound.

Whether you’re just starting out or want to improve your singing, I’ll adapt the lessons to your level and goals.

Let’s make your voice stronger, more confident, and more expressive!