TEACHING

"I have found and profess that music provides infinite opportunity for perpetual growth and improvement in knowledge of history, repertoire, theory, technical skill, self-knowledge, collaborative efforts and general elevation of the human spirit.  In this regard, I consider teaching to be the activity in which all of my efforts reach their highest goals." - Sam Dillon

I teach lessons for:
  • All Saxophones
  • Clarinet
  • Flute
  • Jazz Harmony/Improvisation (all instruments)

Lesson Topics and Areas of Study Include:
  • Sound
  • Technique
  • Equipment
  • Ear Training
  • Sight Reading
  • Repertoire
  • Transcription
  • Chord/Scale relationships 
  • Song Analysis 
  • Composition

Lesson Locations:
  • Your home/studio
  • My home (Astoria, NY)
  • Lessons via Skype

Rates:
  • 30 minutes - $60.00
  • 60 minutes - $100.00
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At Jazz Academy's Jam Camp Directed by Paul Carr
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Teaching the music/music theory class at the "Music Works" program in Tarrytown, NY.
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Giving a masterclass on jazz improvisation at Great Neck North High School.