Saxophone Lessons
Wayne Shorter - Jazz Legend
“Play and write music the way you want the world to be.”
Saxophone Lessons in Woking.
Regular saxophone lessons at Woking Music offer a comprehensive and structured learning journey. Whether you're a novice or seeking to advance your skills, our experienced instructors will guide you through a well-crafted curriculum tailored to your individual goals and abilities.
Each lesson will cover fundamental techniques such as proper embouchure, breath control, finger placement, and tone production. As you progress, you'll delve into more complex concepts like scales, improvisation, music theory, and exploring various musical styles.
Our instructors provide patient guidance, offering constructive feedback to help you refine your technique and musical expression. You'll have the opportunity to learn iconic saxophone repertoire and work on pieces that resonate with your musical preferences.
Throughout your lessons, you'll have the opportunity to ask questions, receive feedback, and receive encouragement from your teacher, and you'll have the tools and knowledge necessary to continue improving your playing outside of the lessons at our Weekly Jam Nights!
What will you learn?
What will you learn?
Technical Proficiency
Developing a strong foundation in saxophone technique, including proper embouchure, breath control, fingering, and articulation. Ensuring smooth execution of melodies and complex passages.
Ear Training
Develop your ability to recognize and identify different sounds, notes, and chord progressions by ear. A strong sense of relative pitch or perfect pitch can help with improvisation and playing by ear.
Sound Quality
Cultivating a rich and expressive tone is essential. Learning to control dynamics, vibrato, and timbre contributes to creating a distinctive and captivating saxophone sound.
Improvisation
Learning to improvise allows you to add your unique voice to music, making performances more spontaneous and expressive. Aiding improvisation and the ability to communicate with other musicians.
Music Theory
Understanding music theory concepts such as scales, chords, and harmony enables you to improvise, compose, interpret and read music more effectively.
Performance Skills
Stage presence, confidence, and the ability to connect with the audience. Leading to increased opportunities such as playing in a band, performing at events, and collaborating with other musicians.
Extra Curricular
At Woking Music, we go beyond just offering one-to-one music lessons. We provide a vibrant and inclusive community for musicians and music enthusiasts. Our Weekly Monday Jam brings together talented musicians and singers from all around the area, creating a lively and collaborative atmosphere where everyone can showcase their skills and enjoy the magic of live music.
Additionally, we are proud to host regular masterclasses with some of London's top industry professionals, providing invaluable opportunities for our students to learn from the very best. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced musician, Woking Music is the place to nurture your talent, connect with fellow musicians, and take your musical journey to new heights.
An Evening with…
Learn from some of the greatest musicians and singers in the industry. They can offer you unique insights and techniques that you may not have considered before.
Weekly Jam Night
The perfect opportunity to come together with other local musicians and music lovers in a fun, relaxed, and inclusive environment.
Meet the Team
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Emil Stewart-Nerona
Emil is an accomplished Saxophone Teacher and a respected figure in the local jazz scene. With years of experience in music education, tutoring both piano and saxophone, as well as conducting workshops for fellow musicians, Emil brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to the Woking Music Team. We're thrilled to have Emil as part of our musical family!
If you're interested in learning the saxophone or improving your skills, why not book a trial lesson at Woking Music?
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Learning to play music can be an incredibly rewarding experience, providing a creative outlet, improving cognitive abilities, and boosting self-confidence. Start your musical journey today and discover the joy and fulfillment that making music can bring!