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Workshop Update

Posted in Workshop reports, tagged , , , , , , , , , , on January 14, 2023| Leave a Comment »


I posted at the beginning of the week about bringing back the StaxofSax Saxophone workshops. The post gave details of the first event on the 28th of May 2023 here on the Isle of Wight.

So this post is an update for those that have already booked, and a heads up for those that are still thinking about it or didn’t see the initial post.

We are limiting the day to 30 players so that we can provide proper support for everyone. We have booked 22 players in already.

We will work on warm up techniques, ensemble playing (various sizes) and lots of there things that will benefit your playing including a Q and A session.

The music will be sent out in advance so that you can have a look at it before the big day, and we will only have a 30 minute lunch break so that we can make the most of playing time. You will need to bring your own lunch, but tea and coffee will be provided.

The venue has on site free parking, enough for everyone and is only a few minutes away from Newport Town centre.

I have attached the flyer again as this has more details for you all, and I would be grateful if you could share it amongst your sax playing buddies.

Many thanks for reading this and I hope to see you there.

Best wishes

Dave

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Saxophone Workshop 28/05/23

Posted in Blog, tagged , , , , , , , , , , , on January 9, 2023| Leave a Comment »


StaxofSax Saxophone Workshops are back in business.

Our next event is booked for May the 28th at Carisbrooke C of E primary school, in Carisbrooke on the Isle of Wight.

We are taking a maximum of 30 players so that we have enough tutors to keep people on the right track. We are concentrating on ensemble playing, with groups of various sizes.

All the details are on the flyer below, but please feel free to get in touch if you have any questions.

This will be our 20th workshop, but our first here on the Island.

I do hope that you can join us for a good days music making.

Please feel free to share the details to anyone that you know.

Many thanks

Dave

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Wight Sax workshop 14/03/19

Posted in Blog, tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , on March 4, 2019| Leave a Comment »


I have been asked to run a saxophone workshop with a local ensemble called Wight Sax.  They are a community group who rehearse each week in Newport.  They have invited some members of the Trident Concert band to join us, and I’m really looking forward to meeting all theses saxophonists in one place.

We will cover sight reading and warm ups plus looking at one of their existing pieces plus other things, (but I don’t want to give it all away before the event,) during the evening, with the aim of offering advice and encouragement.

This is a closed event, but if it goes well, it will be something that I explore further, open to any player who cares to attend.

This should be a fun evening. I’ll let you know how it goes.

 

Dave

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StaxofSax Christmas workshop 2016

Posted in Blog, Uncategorized, tagged , , , , , , , , , , , on December 19, 2016| Leave a Comment »


Just an update for those procrastinators amongst you.,  We have 22 places booked on this workshop and that leaves only another 8 available, and they are going fast now as people finalise their plans for Christmas.

If you would like to join us for a fun day of after Christmas music making in Leicester then please let me know.

email is staxofsax@gmail.com

Telephone is 07736 471861

I have attached the flyer with the full details for you to look at and please share to any sax playing buddies and teachers.

 

Thanks

Dave

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December 2016

Posted in Blog, Uncategorized, tagged , , , , , , , , , on November 28, 2016| Leave a Comment »


December has me booked to played at a Christmas party at Hendon Grange in Leicester and On Boxing Day I am playing at the Ramada Leicester Stage Hotel for a 1920s Christmas dinner, so not only good food but good music too.

There is also the usual School Carol Concerts to play at. Plus my woodwind ensemble are working hard to perfect Sleigh ride by Leroy Anderson, to be played at Oakham Church.

I will also be entertaining the residents at Sibbertoft Manor Residential Home (the only residential home that has a putting green for them to use!) for a Christmas singalong.

The 29th of DEcember is also the StaxofSax Christmas Saxophone Workshop in Leicester, If any of you players fancy joining us, then please get in touch at staxofsax@gmail.co., it would be great to see you.

A fairly busy month, but still space for a wedding or party or 2, so if you think I can help then please get in touch.

Best wishes

 

Dave

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StaxofSax Saxophone workshop, Leicester, 10/04/15

Posted in Blog, tagged , , , , , , on March 19, 2015| Leave a Comment »


Hi Folks
Who is up for a days saxophonistic activity?? we have 7 dedicated players already booked for our next workshop. The date is set for the 10th of April at the South Leicester Salvation Army in South Wigston. This is an excellent facility with great acoustics, a free car park and an on site cafe.
We will cover both large ensemble playing and jazz improvisation.
The cost of the day is £30 per player.
If you would like to book a place for yourself then either message me or email at staxofsax@gmail.com

I look forward to seeing you there.

Dave

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Staxofsax Christmas workshop 30/12/14

Posted in Blog, tagged , , , , on December 27, 2014| Leave a Comment »


Well folks the day is fast approaching.  I hope that you have all had a good Christmas and that you are ready to blow the festive cobwebs off.

We start at 10am on the 30th, so it is best to be there about 9.30am to set up and sort yourself out.

you will need a packed lunch as the cafe is closed but we will provide tea and coffee.

i hope to see you all there and ready for a good days blowing.

best wishes

Dave

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StaxofSax Christmas Saxophone Workshop

Posted in Blog, tagged , , , , , , on November 3, 2014| Leave a Comment »


Hi Folks

I just wanted to let you know about the Christmas StaxofSax saxophone workshop on Tuesday the 30th December 2014 at the Leicester South Salvation Army Hall.

Full detail can be found on the link below, please help us to make the day fun and enjoyable by spreading the word amongst your saxophone playing friends.

We will be playing an arrangement especially commissioned for the day in the large ensemble session and then working on your improvisation skills during the afternoon (beginner friendly session)

Its got to be better than being sat in front of the TV watching ‘The Great Escape for the umpteenth time, or a good excuse to loose the relatives for the day.  Its also a great opportunity to show off any saxophone related gadgets and toys that Santa may have brought you.

 

Come and join us for a great days music making in a fun and friendly atmosphere.

To book or chat call 07736 471861 or email staxofsax@gmail.com

 

Please feel free to pass the flyer on to as many people as you can.

 

Look forward to hearing from you

 

Dave

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28th August StaxofSax workshop

Posted in Blog, tagged , , , on August 13, 2014| Leave a Comment »


Hi folks

Sorry to say that the workshop for the 28th August has been cancelled due to lack of numbers.  A lot of people are on holiday or back at school so they cant attend.

 

We will look to the next half term for the next one, watch this space for details

 

regards

 

Dave

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