Private or Virtual Online Saxophone Lessons
Lessons in your Home!

James Conquer, Saxophone & Recorder Teacher
MM University of Toronto, Saxophone Performance
BM University of Toronto, Saxophone Performance

James Conquer, RCMusic, saxophone teacher

"Pursuing his Master of Music under Dr. Wallace Halladay at the University of Toronto, former teachers include Chelsea Shanoff and Bruce Redstone. He undertook further studies at the Université Européenne de Saxophone in Gap, France and participated in the inaugural saxophone master class at Orford Musique with internationally renowned virtuoso and professor Dr. Timothy McAllister.

James made his concerto debut with the Hart House Orchestra in May 2017, performing the Canadian orchestral premiere of Fernande Decruck’s Sonate en Ut#. In 2018 he was a finalist in the UofT Concerto Competition. Orchestral experience includes performances with the Royal Conservatory Opera, UofT Opera and Symphony Orchestra and the Etobicoke Philharmonic."

George Liu, Saxophone, Theory & Recorder Teacher
MM University of Toronto, Saxophone Performance

One of our Saxophone teachers for Lessons in North York

George will receive his Master’s degree in Performance in June 2019 under Dr. Wallace Halladay. His warm personality puts students at ease so they can enjoy their music making. He also teaches Levels 5-8 theory for RCMusic examination preparation. Mandarin & English

Saxophone Tone Quality

The quality of tone produced relates to the placement of the lips on the mouthpiece. It is recommended to begin with the lips one-half to three-quarters onto the mouthpiece and reed. If the mouthpiece is too far into the mouth, the tone will be honky; if it is not in far enough, the sound will be thin and airy.

Saxophone Air Stream

While fingers will depress the keys to produce notes, good players are able to play notes with the mouthpiece only through tongue placement. Lower notes use an “o” sound as in “open” with the tongue low in the mouth and a “u” sound as in “umbrella”. Middle range notes use an “ee” sound as in “see”, while high notes require an “i” sound as in “is”.

Intermediate and advanced players benefit from 10 minutes of exercises using only the mouthpiece to refine the shape of the lower lip of the embouchure.

To book an assessment or a trial lesson call: 905-479-0591

Saxophone Lesson

Saxophone lessons $25.00 per half hour of private saxophone instruction.

Learning Saxophone

Young students generally begin Saxophone lessons at eight or nine years old. Students must be physically able to support the clarinet with the aid of a neck strap, have appropriate arm length to cover finger holes and have their adult teeth. Meet with the teacher to determine whether a young student is ready to begin.

Saxophone Practice Time

Beginners may begin with 20 minutes of saxophone practice per day, building up time as endurance increases. Thirty minutes will enable students to maintain a level, however real progress requires 45-60 minutes of per day.
For optimal results, I strongly recommend parents attend the first saxophone lessons, to monitor and support progress through the initial phase.
- Lynn Ware

Student Performer Samuel Chen, Alto Saxophone: Aria by Eugene Bozza,

Starting Saxophone Lessons

The Recorder is the ideal introduction and preparation for students 9 years old and younger who wants to play the Saxophone.

Free Yamaha Recorder , 6-30mins Private Online Lessons, and recorder book $141 HST included.

Saxophone Breathing Practice

Like singing and playing the flute, the saxophone requires a consciousness of the diaphragm. Put your hand on your upper abdomen and fill your belly with air, do not use the lungs to chest breath. Inhale over 4 seconds, but exhale slowly over 16 seconds. Both the belly and back should expand like a balloon. Draw the neck back with chin down to form a straight air column as posture is essential.

Saxophone Embouchure

To form a proper embouchure around the mouthpiece, the lower lip is curled over the teeth. The lower lip will feel the vibration and some tension; however the neck strap will fully support the weight of the instrument. The upper lip must be relaxed with sides of the mouth encircling the mouthpiece to create an air seal.

Private or Virtual Online Saxophone Lessons Lessons in your Home!

James Conquer, Saxophone & Recorder Teacher MM University of Toronto, Saxophone Performance BM University of Toronto, Saxophone Performance

George Liu, Saxophone, Theory & Recorder Teacher MM University of Toronto, Saxophone Performance