Nikita N. — Saxophone Teacher — North York, Toronto

A contemporary musician, tutor and performing artist from Toronto, Canada. I play saxophone, flute, clarinet and basson. In 2013 I graduated with honors from Nizhny Novgorod State Conservatory specializing in saxophone and bassoon (Master`s degree). I have won many awards in International competitions. I have an extensive track record playing in orchestras and ensembles across the world. I am actively engaged in sessions, studio and concert work. My teaching experience amounts to 17 years.

What can I teach you? - PLAY AND UNDERSTAND VARIOUS MUSICAL STYLES Musical styles varying from jazz to rock as requested - MUSICAL NOTATION Basic musical concepts and terms, reading and understanding music sheets - MUSIC EXAMS PREPARATION Band auditions, RCM exam preparation, ABRSM, NYSSMA and more - PLAYING BY NOTE Keep music count, maintain correct note value and pause during the play; independently learn new pieces from sheet music rather than just by ear IMPROVISE IN VARIOUS STYLES Mix your own personality into every musical piece you play and create your own playing style - TRAIN MUSICAL EAR AND RHYTHM Pick out musical tunes by ear, acquire more informed perception of a musical piece - PROPER BREATHING, BODY AND HANDS POSTURE, LIPS AND TONGUE POSITION The concept of abdominal breathing and appropriate body posture including arms, back, head and fingers, coupled with lips and tongue positions - MICROPHONE-ASSISTED PERFORMANCE Manage the sound with a microphone, properly use sound equipment for your performance - FEEL THE MUSIC MOOD AND CONVEY YOUR EMOTIONS TO THE AUDIENCE