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Saxophone lessons (Jazz & Pop) Teaching all levels, beginner to advanced
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Hello ! I am an English
saxophonist, currently based in Maastricht, NL. I've been playing saxophone and piano for 15 years and I aim to tailor our teaching environment to fit the individual needs, level and personality of every student. Want to learn how to play saxophone? Let's meet up!
Want to learn new music by ear?
I'm open to it all ! Look forward to meeting you !! Francis
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You will need to have your own saxophone. Any level is welcome and encouraged !
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Hello!

I am an English saxophonist, pianist and composer currently based in Maastricht, NL. I’ve been playing saxophone and piano for 15 years and I aim to tailor our teaching environment to fit the individual needs, level and personality of every student. Want to learn how to play saxophone? Let’s meet up! Want to learn new music by ear? Don’t know where to start with composition? I’m open to it all ! Look forward to meeting you !! Francis
Education
BA Jazz Saxophone & Piano. I have been playing saxophone, guitar and piano for 15+ years. In England I completed Grades 1-8 and obtained multiple diplomas across my instruments. I studied at the Conservatorium Maastricht since 2022
Experience / Qualifications
Grades 1 - 8 Jazz Saxophone
Grades 1 - 8 Electric Guitar
BA Jazz Saxophone Conservatorium Maastricht
Toured Africa and SE Asia as saxophone player
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60 minutes
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English
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Hello! I am an English saxophonist, guitarist, pianist and composer / music theorist, currently based in Maastricht, NL. I've been playing saxophone, guitar and piano for 15 years and after building a life around music and creative expression, it's my passion to share that with anyone eager to learn; at any level. I believe music can bring so much value to our lives, it can excite us and move us, give us a sense of purpose and identity and ultimately enrich us in ways we would never otherwise grow.

Are you a musician already, but you haven’t opened the door to music theory and don’t know where to start? Perhaps you are preparing for upcoming exams, or you simply want to spark your curiosity further with the mechanics of music? At any level, I’m here to teach music theory for jazz and contemporary music.
I want to show my students the connection between music on a theoretical level and their instruments. And how understanding the building blocks of music can lead to new creative avenues through which to express themselves. It can be a struggle to know where to get started both technically and theoretically; understanding your instrument and what you are playing can help to facilitate real musical growth.
As a conservatory student, having followed advanced jazz music theory. I can help at any level to further your knowledge and understanding of music. Theory is such a powerful tool for composition, songwriting and improvisation, let’s learn together in an environment that puts you and your instrument first.
I offer classes from beginner musicians to conservatory / music school entrance exams and everything in between & beyond.
If you are interested, feel free to get in touch!
Looking forward to meeting you!
Francis
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Hello! I am an English saxophonist, guitarist, pianist and composer / music theorist, currently based in Maastricht, NL. I've been playing saxophone, guitar and piano for 15 years and after building a life around music and creative expression, it's my passion to share that with anyone eager to learn; at any level.
I spent 2019-2022 touring South East Asia and East Africa playing saxophone in a jazz ensemble, and teaching at schools and privately. Music has been a passport for me to travel the world and connect with such a variety of people and cultures. I believe music can bring so much value to our lives, it can excite us and move us, give us a sense of purpose and identity and ultimately enrich us in ways we would never otherwise grow.
Whether you are just starting out on your journey as a musician and you need help with the very basics of your instrument, or you have existing experience but are looking for help / structure to take you to the next level - I am so looking forward to working with you in an engaging environment to help you turn a hobby into a serious passion. I also teach music theory if you are an existing musician but have not taken the first steps into theory yet, or you are preparing for upcoming exams all the way up to Conservatorium level.
I aim to tailor our teaching environment to fit the individual needs, level and personality of each student. Want to learn how to play saxophone, guitar or piano? Let's meet up! Want to learn new music by ear, develop your technique, or expand your harmonic / rhythmic knowledge? Don't know where to start with composition, or music theory? I'm open to it all!
Look forward to meeting you!!
Francis
Lessons taught in English & preferred at students location
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