Michael S.

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Hi, my name is Michael. I'm an American jazz saxophonist from Chicago that recently moved to Rotterdam. I've been playing saxophone for 27 years (I'm 37 years old now) and have been teaching in some capacity for over 18 years. I have been playing professionally since the age of 11. My grandfather, uncle and father all played saxophone, so I guess it runs in the family! I enjoy working with students of all ages and skill levels and have taught students as young as 5 up to the college and professional level. I also play/teach clarinet, bass clarinet, composition , theory and beginning piano. In addition to jazz, I'm comfortable playing/teaching many styles of music such as classical, latin and popular music.

Currently, I'm a member of the Chicago Jazz Philharmonic (a sixty piece orchestra), where I play tenor saxophone and bass clarinet. I have also been a part of some great latin bands, funk bands and modern jazz groups that have toured all over the world. I also lead my own group called Freakjar that primarily plays modern jazz.

Lessons are generally tailored to the student's skill level and personal goals. Beginners are usually focused on general saxophone knowledge, basic theory and technique. Advanced students usually transcribe solos, learn standards and basic piano and develop extended techniques. Regardless of level, I make sure that all my students have fun and positive experiences learning music!

I enjoy speaking and learning Dutch but lessons will be primarily in English. Thanks and I look forward to working with you soon!

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