Michael's Woodwind Studio

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About

I have 10+ years of teaching students of all ages and ability levels. My specialty is jazz saxophone, but I have tons of experience on flute and clarinet, too, and I've played all kinds of different music at a professional level.

Highlights

1 employee

13 years in business

Serves Chicago , IL

Offers online services

Payment methods

Cash, Check, Venmo, Paypal, Apple Pay, Zelle

Social media

Specialties

Students age

14 - 17 years old, 18 - 25 years old, 26 - 44 years old, 45 - 64 years old, 65 or older

Student experience

No formal training, No formal training; some self-taught experience, 0 - 2 yrs of formal training, 2 - 4 yrs of formal training, 4+ yrs of formal training

Able to read music

Student can read music, Student cannot read music

Musical styles

I can recommend a genre, Rock, Blues, Classical, Jazz, Folk, Country

Student has instrument

Students who have an instrument, Students who plan to buy an instrument, but don't have one yet

Lesson length

30 minutes, 45 minutes, 60 minutes

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Jenna L.

I have been studying with Michael for about a year now and I have improved so much! He prepares me for my auditions and performances and also teaches at the right pace for me. He is always involved in what I am working on musically and what I want to accomplish. He not only helps me with jazz but classical and theory. I enjoy learning with Michael every week and I see improvement between every lesson. He’s engaging, helpful, and I highly recommend him for lessons.

February 07, 2023

Kara G.

My son used to quickly lose interest in music lessons until he started flute with Michael. Michael knows just how to approach, encourage, and redirect my son. His suggestions and assignments are easily digestible and my son respects him, as do I.

February 07, 2023

Brian I.

As a classically trained saxophonist, I began studying jazz from scratch with Michael. Michael was an excellent teacher, explaining the fundamentals of jazz from every angle, covering music theory, ear training, listening, the history, and most importantly, the playing. Coming from a fundamentally different musical paradigm, I was initially nervous about starting to learn jazz, but after studying with Michael, I feel much more confident in my ability to both understand and play jazz

February 06, 2023

Frequently asked questions

What is your typical process for working with a new student?

I like to meet a student where they are at and focus in on their interests and strengths. Brand new instrumentalists will feel comfortable holding their instrument by the first lesson. Experienced players will develop a plan for meeting their goals.

What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?

I have degrees in music education and jazz studies from Temple University and Western Michigan University. I've been teaching privately and in classroom settings for over ten years.

Do you have a standard pricing system for your lessons? If so, please share the details here.

$60/hour. I offer 60 minute, 45 minute, and 30 minute lessons.

How did you get started teaching?

I started teaching private lessons to middle schoolers when I was in high school, then I went on to get a degree in music education at Western Michigan University.

What types of students have you worked with?

I have worked with students of all ages and ability levels.

Describe a recent event you are fond of.

I recently got to attend one of my student's gigs. He sounded great!

What questions should students think through before talking to teachers about their needs?

Students should come up with some goals that have to do with their favorite kind of music.

Services offered

Flute

Clarinet