The saxophone is a woodwind instrument that has a single-reed mouthpiece. The saxophone has holes in it that close by way of key mechanisms that are pushed by the player. It is an instrument used in classical music, marching bands, jazz, and many others. If you are looking to gain a better understanding of the instrument or you are struggling to keep up in band, Varsity Tutors can help you connect with and find a saxophone tutor.
Saxophone tutoring can teach:
- Reading and interpreting sheet music
- Finger placement
- Tuning
- Harmonics
- Slurring
- Rhythm
Saxophone tutoring gives you the chance to have all of your questions answered. There are other methods of learning the saxophone including online tutorials and books, but these methods do not provide you with someone who can answer your questions. Your tutor's time and attention will be yours. Additionally, saxophone tutoring will use your interests to help you learn. For example, if you enjoy blues music, your tutor can use music from top blues bands and artists such as The Allman Brothers, Curley Weaver, Eric Clapton, Santana, Cream, Bessie Smith, and more to keep you engaged in the lesson. They can also use a variety of teaching methods because everyone learns differently. For instance, if you are a visual learner, your tutor may show you videos and diagrams that explain how to play.