Frequently Asked Questions
General
What do you teach?
Saxophones, all levels – sound, technique, and musicianship.
Music production, DAW setup, and recording.
What ages do you teach?
Lessons are available for youth, teens, and adults.
Do you help with school band music or auditions?
Yes. Students may bring band parts, solo literature, audition material, and ensemble music for support with technique, phrasing, and performance readiness.
Do you teach improvisation or jazz?
Yes. Improvisation, jazz vocabulary, transcription, stylistic development, and guided listening are available to any student interested in pursuing them. All melodic instruments.
Do you teach classical saxophone?
Yes. I have extensive experience in classical technique, tone, and repertoire.
Online Lessons
Do you offer technical support for setting up online lessons?
Yes. Start with the simple setup guide here. Contact me if you still have questions, and I’ll help you get set up.
Are online lessons as effective as in-person lessons?
Yes. There are some differences, but they are easily overcome.
What do I need to get started?
Not much — a computer or tablet with a camera, a decent internet connection, and a pair of wired headphones. We'll cover the rest together.
Do I need to buy a special microphone?
No. Your device's built-in mic works fine to begin with. If you'd like bettersound, an inexpensive USB mic does the job — I can point you to one, or provide one in some cases.
What if my internet or audio acts up during a lesson?
It happens, and it's usually a quick fix. We'll troubleshoot together, and I'll always make sure you get your full lesson.
What if my internet or audio acts up during a lesson?
It happens, and it's usually a quick fix. We'll troubleshoot together, and I'll always make sure you get your full lesson.
Do you offer weekly lessons?
Yes. First, schedule a single 1-hour session. If we decide regular lessons are a fit for both of us, we will discuss next steps then.
Do you offer in-person or in-home lessons?
Not at this time.
Scheduling
What if I arrive late?
Lessons begin and end at the scheduled time. If the student fails to log on by 15 minutes past the session start time, the lesson will be forfeited.
Late arrival does not extend the lesson window.
What if I miss a lesson?
Missed lessons (no-shows) are not refundable. Emergencies and technical problems will be considered for rescheduling.
What if I need to reschedule?
Sessions may be rescheduled up to 48 hours before the scheduled time.
What happens if the instructor needs to cancel?
If I must cancel a scheduled lesson, I will offer a makeup or apply a credit.
Are makeups available for illness?
When possible, an online lesson may be offered as a substitute if the student is unwell.
Otherwise, lessons follow the standard cancellation policy.
I will work with you for any extenuating circumstances.