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Workshop Update No.2

Posted in Workshop info, tagged , , , , , , , , , , , on February 4, 2023| Leave a Comment »


The bookings for the saxophone work shop are filling up quickly. We have 4 spaces left, so if you where thinking of joining us, now would be a good to to confirm and bag one of those 4 spaces.

The music is being chosen and will be sent out to participants when it is ready, so that you can have a good look at it in your practice sessions.

For those that aren’t aware of what is going on, I have attached the details here to help. We are open to any player with 18 months experience and we are going to working on large ensemble playing through out the day. Loads of fun and support for everyone and well worth joining us for a day of music making.

Hope to see you there

Dave

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So Whats Next?

Posted in Uncategorized on December 29, 2022| Leave a Comment »


I hope you all had a lovely Christmas, but it’s now time to look to the New Year.

what is 2023 bringing for you?

Have you got engaged? Christmas is the most popular time to get engaged. Maybe planning a party or decided that it’s time you took up a new musical hobby. Loads of saxophones bought for Christmas.

Well, I can help you with all of these things. I could provide the live music for your wedding or party, or help with learning to play the saxophone. Lessons can be face to face or via video link.

If you would like to talk about any of these or any other plans you have, drop me a message either in the comments below or via email at dave.saxteach@yahoo.co.uk

Have a brilliant New Year

Best wishes

Dave

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Learning Saxophone – Get help and chat about all things musical.

Posted in Lessons, Uncategorized, tagged , , , , , , , on August 25, 2020| Leave a Comment »


In January this year, I was approached by a chap called Daniel Christian.  He runs a YouTube channel called SaxCasts and a FaceBook group called Learning Saxophone.  He was looking for some assistance with the FaceBook group and wondered if I would be interested in running a Weekly Q and A live video on Sunday evenings ( 8pm UK time).

It sounded like fun so with a bit of help on the technology side, off I went.  We have about 30 or so members join us each week from various parts of the globe and they will post questions during the week.  Ranging from anything sax related to performance nerves and music theory.

I do my best to answer them, or point them in the right direction.  During the session we also get questions asked live.  The videos are then posted to the page for those that want to watch later.

Sometimes I prepare worksheets for certain sublects and they are added to the file section of the page for members to access.

Members will post progress videos and ask for feedback and we run challenges with the aim of promoting learning.

In January we had 350 members, we are now at over 1400 and growing by at least 10 a day.

This is a very friendly group and no nastiness is tolerated.  Why not pop on over and join us, it would be great to see you on there.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/learnsax/

 

 

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StaxofSax Workshop 29/02/202 details

Posted in StaxofSax Workshops, tagged , , , , , , , on February 24, 2020| Leave a Comment »


Hi Folks

For those that are attending the Workshop in Newport this Saturday.  Please remember to bring a packed lunch as there wont be time to go out and get something.  We have too much playing to do.

We will provide Tea and Coffee though.

Doors open at 9.30am for a 10am Start.  Finish at 3pm.

For those that have not yet booked there place, there are limited spaces still available and you would be very welcome.  Please get in touch to reserve your space.

Looking forward to getting together.  See you on Saturday

Dave.

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Workshop update

Posted in StaxofSax Workshops, tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , on January 15, 2020| Leave a Comment »


2 points that need updating:

point 1: 11 out of a maximum 15 spaces have been booked already-yehaa!!!!

point 2: Nick Hislam has agreed to travel all the way from Wales to lead the Improvisation session and help with the rest of the day as well.

Nick has run the improvisation class for the last 8 or 9 years, and is my go to guy for this. He is a great saxophonist with a tone to die for, and a teaching style that everyone understands.

So if you have been procrastinating or even just thinking about whether you should book a place on the workshop, here is another reason to just book it now.

You know its the right thing to do!

thanks for looking.

Dave

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Workshop Feb 29th 2020 update

Posted in StaxofSax Workshops, tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , on January 12, 2020| Leave a Comment »


It was only yesterday that I announced the first StaxofSax saxophone workshop for the Isle of Wight, and already more than 25% of the places are booked.

If you know of anyone that either lives on the Island or may want to visit the Island and join us, please pass the message on.  That would be greatly appreciated.

Many thanks

Dave

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StaxofSax Workshops Return 2020

Posted in StaxofSax Workshops, tagged , , , , , , , , , on January 11, 2020| Leave a Comment »


I am very pleased to announce that the first StaxofSax workshop for 2020 is happening on Saturday February the 29th in Newport on the Isle of Wight.

Not sure if this counts as an overseas event, but it is a beautiful place and we love living here.

The workshop will cover a Q and A session about anything saxophone related,  Large ensemble playing, and help and advice on taking your playing to the next level plus other items.

The details are on the flyer below, and I would really appreciate it if you could share this post with as many Saxophonists as possible please.

More details will follow, so watch this space, and hope to see some of your in February

Many thanksFeb29Flyer

Dave

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How many gigs this weekend?

Posted in Blog, Uncategorized, tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , on August 3, 2018| Leave a Comment »


So last weekend was busy with gigs in Leicester and London plus visiting my daughters in Kent.  However this weekend is even busier, but its all gigs.

Friday night is at the Falcon Hotel in Uppingham for a wedding drinks reception.  Saturday afternoon is also in Rutland for a 40th birthday party and Newtown Linford in the evening for a 70th birthday party.  Sunday is a Mellow D’s wedding gig in Daventry.

Plus, a new student booked into start lessons and another coming for a trial lesson next week.

Have a great weekend everyone

 

Dave

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StaxofSax Christmas workshop 2017

Posted in Blog, StaxofSax Workshops, tagged , , , , , , , on October 20, 2017| Leave a Comment »


This year workshop is taking place on December the 29th at the Salvation Army Hall in South Wigston.

It is open to anyone with 12 months or more playing experience and covers ensemble work, both large and small, plus jazz improvisation if you fancy it.

The main details are on the attached flyer,  and I would be very grateful if you could share this with any sax teachers and players that you may know.

Its a great fun day after the Christmas festivities and a chance to get out of the house and blow off some steam.

I hope that some of you can join us, and if you have any questions drop me an email or ring.  dave.saxteach@yahoo.co.uk or Tel: 07736 471861

Many thanks

DaveChristmas Flyer 2017

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Ilkeston wedding fayre

Posted in Blog, Uncategorized, tagged , , , , , on September 24, 2017| Leave a Comment »


This is my office view for today. I am exhibiting at Ilkeston football club wedding fayre. 

We are here until 4pm and there are plenty of quality local exhibitors to see.

Why not come and join us, we are in the function rooms.

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