Lessons
Albert is available to teach the following instruments: Saxophone, Oboe, Clarinet, Flute, Bassoon, Recorder, Beginning Piano, and Chamber Music. Rates are listed below and subject to change. Please contact Albert for current availability and keep in mind that schedules often change. Please feel free to check out Albert’s Teaching Philosophy to get an idea what private instruction can offer you or your music student. If you are interested in lessons but do not live in the area, lessons are also available over Skype. Ask about special details/rates!
Requirements
1) A working instrument. If you are looking to purchase or rent an instrument feel free to ask Joseph for his suggestions or see the Recommended Equipment section.
2) Metronome
3) Tuner (please find a tuner that generates/drones a pitch as well as includes a visual display)
4) Reeds (if applicable: there is no excuse to have less than 3 working reeds, if not more!)
5) Notebook (spiral or music staff)
6) Lesson Materials (This will be discussed in the first lesson. Examples are method books, solo literature, etudes etc…)
Recommended Equipment
Overall Comments
The quality of your instrument can make or break your desire to stay active in music. Some student lines of instruments are much greater than others for a reason. For example, Yamaha may not always be the cheapest student option, however in many cases they are the absolute best. Each instrument must be treated differently so if you cannot find an experienced musician, teacher, or repair technician please contact Joseph. Beware of Ebay and always ask for a trial! If the seller refuses to let you try before you buy they are doing a favor by letting you know their instrument is a waste of time and money. Keep in mind that instrument purchasing can also be an investment as resale is common practice. Buy quality and get quality. See below for instrument specific information.