Private Lessons
Driven by his passion to pour into the aspiring saxophonist, Robert Young is committed to teaching the saxophone in a clear, effective, and practical way. His students have been presented with awards honors at the Music Teacher’s National Association (MTNA) Competitions, Marine Band Young Artist Competition, North American Saxophone Alliance Competitions, and North Carolina All-State Bands. Robert Young also serves as the Associate Professor of Saxophone at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts.
Private study is one of the greatest ways improve at your craft. Here are a few reasons why private instruction is so important for the developing musician:
1: Immediate Feedback:
One of the most efficient ways to see improvement in any skill is to
set up a system where you receive immediate feedback. In private lessons, you will receive
moment by moment feedback that will directly impact your growth on the saxophone.
2: Avoid Pitfalls:
Robert Young has been playing the saxophone for 30+ years. By taking
private lessons you will be able to glean information from his years studying the instrument.
Many times, an experienced private teacher is able to help avoid pitfalls and damaging bad habits
along the student’s journey. This will definitely yield to steady improvement!
3: Personalized Instruction:
Because every player learns differently and are in different stages of development, it is important for the education to be catered to each individual student. Private lessons taught by an experienced teacher gives you, the student, a unique personalized strategy for your development based on your individual learning style and skillsets.
Robert is available to teach live lessons or online (virtual) lessons for students in all age groups.
pedagogy
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The Book You Need for Goal Success || Happy New Year!
When setting goals for myself this book has played a huge part in my mindset.
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Prepare For Your College Auditions!
In this video I'll share an overlooked, yet important, part of your college audition!
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Pick the PERFECT Saxophone Mouthpiece
In this video I will share my process for picking a new saxophone mouthpiece!
Strengthen Your Embouchure WITHOUT The Saxophone In Hand
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Simple Mindset For Your Successful College Auditions!
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Improve Your Sound on the Saxophone || Saxophone Lessons
Incorporate these things in to your practicing to improve saxophone sound.
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College Auditions: Choosing the Right Music! || Audition Tips
In this video I'll share my perspective on choosing the best music for you for your upcoming audition and/or competition.
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Avoid These Things for Better Saxophone Technique || Saxophone Lesson
Try avoiding these things if you want better and faster technique!
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Essential Productivity Tips for Musicians (really, for ANYONE!)
In this video I share some simple tips that will boost your efficiency and productivity in the practice room.
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Tips for Better Saxophone Technique | Pinky Keys | Spatula Keys
In this video you will lear the basics improving you technique in the spatula keys.
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Saxophone Embouchure | Beginner Saxophone Lessons
In this video you will lear the basics of forming a saxophone embouchure. Your embouchure is the starting point of developing a great sound!
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Avoid Costly Saxophone Repairs: Keep THIS In Your Case!
I keep this simple product in my saxophone case. It really helps keep my saxophone in tip top shape!
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Do THIS To Keep Your Saxophone Working Properly!
This is a skill I learned to keep an element of my saxophone in good shape!
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Level Up Your Double Tonguing on Saxophone - Part 2
In this video I will share how you can take your double tonguing to the next.
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Use Only FOUR FINGERS to Improve Your Saxophone Technique!
In this video, I talk about a quick technique I use to help improve my technique.
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This is my FAVORITE Accessory on my Saxophone!
In this video, I talk about my favorite piece gear in my saxophone case.
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Control Your Low Notes || Controlling Your Sound
3 Qualities of the Airstream || Controlling Your Sound
I discuss the qualities that are present in my airstream to produce an even and controlled sound on the saxophone.
Improving Your Technique || 2/3 Rule
I discuss a tool that he uses to develop and control my technique.
Exercise files
Pitch Bending
Pitch bending exercises are great for establishing control and exploring the flexibility of color. Download for a daily structured routine to develop these skills.
Over Tones
Here are some foundational voicing exercises to improve tone, control, accuracy, and flexibility.
Left hand dexterity
The brunt of a saxophonist's technique is given to the left hand. In efforts to develop more fluid technique, I have written out some exercises to isolate the left hand. Start slowly and gradually speed up without sacrificing touch and hand position.
Double Tonguing
Download for a step-by-step double tonguing guide. These exercises are great for both the player with no double tonguing experience and for those who know the technique and wish for more control.
