Courses Archive – Cambridge Saxophone

Transcribe Joel Frahm – ‘Welcome Blues’

£ 25

Joel Frahm is one of my favourite contemporary saxophonists. A big man with a big sound and bags of technique this is a great track to introduce you to the man from Wisconsin.

Cambridge Saxophone 2018 Christmas Project

Free

It’s that time of year again, the first week in November and that means, it’s time to get started on our 2018 Christmas Project! This year we are looking at ‘We wish you a Merry Christmas!’ You need to purchase the book! Eb (Alto / Baritone) Saxophone Bb (Tenor / Soprano) Saxophone

A to Z of Bebop

£ 25

At least 85%, possibly as high as 95% of Bebop tunes are ‘heads’ written over songs from musicals and shows of the 1930’s and 40’s. Musicians such as Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie did this to avoid paying royalties in the recording studio for the songs they were using in the clubs. Popular songs such […]

Transcribe Night Train

£ 15

This iconic sax solo from the first Back to the Future film holds a special place in my heart.

Christmas 2017 Project – We Three Kings

£ 4

Over the last two years we’ve all had great fun putting together this video. No matter what our level, I’m so thrilled that nearly every student who was studying with me at that time entered into the sprint of the project.

Transcribe Coleman Hawkins – All The Things You Are

£ 29

Coleman Hawkins, (1904 – 1969) was the one of the pioneers of the tenor saxophone. Whilst he is associated with the Big Band era, (in particular Fletcher Henderson) he was also one of the early BeBop pioneers and had a huge influence on many of the Bebop players, including Charlie Parker and Sonny Rollins.

Jay Calpin

13:12 14 May 19

I came across Dan by browsing reviews on youtube. As a professional guitarist taking up a new instrument at 33, the thing I needed the most was an honest, impartial opinion on where I was at and, most importantly, a plan. Being busy with gigs, I really needed someone to structure my practice plan and help me get the most out of my practice time. I am very happy with my progress and love the fact that lessons take place at home, with no travel time or added inconveniences. I would highly recommend him.

Jas Sanghera

09:00 13 May 19

24 years ago I bought a Saxophone! After a few years of occasional practice, it sat in its case until last year when I contacted Dan. I have not looked back as Dan has renewed my enthusiasm and given me real hope that I could actually be a capable Saxophone player. I have one lesson a month and use the excellent website and videos to keep me practicing in between. Dan is a natural teacher and I look forward to our lessons - it just shows it’s never too late. I would highly recommend Dan and his online lessons and videos.

Simon Herberholz

11:19 11 May 19

Dan is a great teacher and has always inspired me to be the best musician I can be. In particular he introduced me to the process of transcription which has helped me make great strides in my playing. I would recommend Dan's lessons to anyone looking to get better at the saxophone.

Martin Watkins

16:35 10 May 19

As a saxophone newbie coming to the instrument later in life, I discovered Dan's YouTube channel whilst surfing for tips. When I found out he offered Skype lessons I jumped at the opportunity and I'm SO glad I did. In just a few months he has given me a real focus for my playing and practice, including starting to read music, which I thought I'd never do! I've only just scratched the surface of the Cambridge Saxophone website materials, as there is plenty to keep me interested for years to come. I also recently saw Dan play live, which was great, as I think it reinforces a teacher's credibility when you see that they can do it 'for real' as a professional gigging musician. Thanks Dan - looking forward to my next lesson...

Michael Wells

10:53 21 Sep 18

Dan's lessons are challenging, but if you're dedicated to the work there is no faster way to progress on the saxophone. He helps you build a great sound and a good grasp of music theory by mixing in transcriptions of fantastic, inspirational players with structured practice. Dan's own ability on the sax is out of this world - something to aspire to!

Sarah Williamson

16:09 08 Mar 18

Dan has taught my daughter for several years. He has a lovely laid back attitude but pushes his pupils to achieve great results. His passion for his music shows through.. highly recommended

jocelyn fleet

19:39 07 Mar 18

Dan is a great tutor, he’s ability to change the pace of the lesson to match my learning speed ( that day) and practice is the week is brilliant, not to mention how easily he explains the physics behind playing the sax! It’s always a fun lesson :)

Keith Murray

17:35 07 Mar 18

Dan is the consummate tutor and to learn from such a talented saxophonist is both an honour and a pleasure. Don’t get me wrong Dan demands that you put the effort in to learning the saxophone and always challenges you. For a man in his sixties to be able to achieve the progress in a few lesson shows what Dan can coax out of you. Thanks Dan.

Adam Glinsman

14:54 07 Mar 18

Dan reinvigorated a middle-aged wannabe latecomer to the saxophone, and made him fee like he unleashed his inner Coltrane. (Even though the harsh truth is more like plodding Grade 3... ). Massively enthusiastic, and one of life's natural teachers. Can't recommend Dan highly enough.

Kim Keates

20:56 11 Jun 15

I have been having Skype saxophone lessons with Dan for 10 months now. He has been able to facilitate my learning in a way that has engendered my confidence in my own ability. He believes in his students and sincerely wants to enable them to be the best that they can be. If you want to make progress in all aspects of musicianship, then Dan is the teacher to choose. He will guide you and help you to achieve your musical goals.