At the Chevy Chase Arts Academy, our saxophone instructors teach Jazz, Blues, Rock-n-roll styles and Classical. Beginners work on simple songs and melodies, sight reading and theory. Each lesson will challenge you with a new technique or music theory, and ends with something fun โ such as your favorite song. We employ a variety of Saxophone method books based on student needs and preferences, and encourage students to bring smartphones or CDs to their lessons to learn their favorite tunes.
Whatโs the #1 reason to study saxophone at the Academy?
Our saxophone instructors are warm and friendly, and get to know each student and parent on a personal level. We work with you to craft a lesson plan that fits your individual needs and the student's favorite type of music. Whether you're playing in local bands, a seven year old taking their first lesson, or a fifty year old returning to the ukulele after many years, weโll set goals to achieve your musical aspirations.
How qualified are your saxophone instructors?
Our instructors have received their education from prestigious institutions such as Manhattan School of Music, Berklee College of Music, Peabody Conservatory of the Johns Hopkins, Northern Illinois University, Conservatory of Music of Puerto Rico, Howard University in Washington, University of Maryland, Komitas State Conservatory, University of Southern Mississippi, University of Hartford โ Hartt School of Music Hartford, Towson University, College Conservatory of Music at University of Cincinnati, Shanghai Conservatory of Music, Liaoning Normal University in Dalian China, Wheaton College and Boston University. Many have toured the US and Europe, and bring years of professional performance and teaching experience to your lessons.
What styles of saxophone do you teach?
We teach all styles from Jazz, Blues, Rock-n-roll styles and Classical.
Do I have to know how to read music?
No. Beginners are welcome!
What will I learn from saxophone lessons at the Academy?
Beginner saxophone students can expect to work on simple songs and melodies, sight reading and theory. Our instructors balance musicianship and fun by making sure that each lesson presents a new technical challenges or theory concept, and ends with something fun, such as your favorite song. We use a variety of Saxophone method books, and encourage students to bring their smartphone or CDs to their lesson to learn their favorite tunes.
Lesson Hours
Monday - Friday {9:30-8:30} | Saturday - Sunday {9:30-5:00}
Take the next step call 301-906-9283 now to get a great lesson time as space is limited. You can email us, or request more info.
Pricing
$45.00 / 30 minutes ($50.00 / 30 Minutes Beginning September 2021)
Lessons are available seven days a week, and scheduled once a week. A one-time registration fee is $35.