Jad K. — Saxophone Teacher — Cap-Rouge, Québec

I've been playing saxophone for 9 years, and over the years, I've taught myself to play other instruments like the ukulele, piano, and trumpet, among others. I hold a college diploma in Jazz-Pop Music from Cégep de Rimouski. The band *Approche Chromatique*, of which I am a member, won second place at the 2023-2024 edition of Cégeps en Spectacle. Finally, this fall, I will begin my Bachelor's degree in Jazz and Popular Music Performance at Université Laval. Looking forward to meeting you!

To me, music is first and foremost a means of expression! My lessons aim to develop this essential skill in every student. My teaching approach is friendly yet methodical, creating a pleasant and structured learning environment. I am comfortable working with both children and beginner adults, adapting my methods to each student. My specialties are jazz, popular music, and funk. A typical lesson with me would look like this: **Review** -*Discussion* about progress and challenges from the previous lesson. -*Repetition* of pieces or exercises covered in the last lesson. **Practice and Technical/Theoretical Aspects** -*Technical Practice*: Scale, arpeggio, and fingering exercises; -*Music Theory*: Key concepts adapted to the student's level (sight-reading, harmony notions, rhythms, etc.) -*Practical Application*: Working on a jazz standard / a popular or funk chord progression, integrating the techniques and theory discussed **Improvisation Session** -*Guided Practice*: Simple improvisation exercises -*Free Session*: A moment for the student to express themselves freely through their instrument **Conclusion and Plan for the Next Lesson** -*Summary* of the lesson's highlights. -*Goals* for the next lesson. -*Suggestions* for home practice.