Listen first
We begin with what the student wants to accomplish and what will help them feel successful.
Private music lessons
Lessons shaped around you.
Personalized saxophone, clarinet, flute, and guitar lessons in Fountain Inn, South Carolina.
Whether you're learning your first notes or preparing for an important audition, I'll meet you where you are and help you move forward with confidence.
Tell me about your goals“A teacher does more than share knowledge. A teacher helps someone discover what they are capable of.”
A personal approach
Encouraging instruction with a clear purpose.
Every student brings a different background, pace, and reason for making music. I build lessons around those differences—not around a one-size-fits-all plan.
We'll develop technique, musicianship, and confidence while keeping the joy of making music at the center of the work.
What lessons feel like
Build with purpose
Technique, reading, tone, and musicianship are connected to real musical goals—not taught as isolated exercises.
Make progress sustainable
Students leave with a clear, realistic plan for practicing between lessons.
A place to begin
Your goals are a good starting point.
Lessons take place in person, by appointment, at my Fountain Inn studio. I welcome musicians from across Upstate South Carolina, including Simpsonville, Mauldin, and Greenville.
Who lessons are for
I welcome beginners, advancing students, and adults returning to music. Adult beginners are welcome, too. Lessons can support school band, auditions, personal goals, or the enjoyment of learning an instrument.
Your first lesson
We'll talk about your goals, explore your current experience, and begin with music and exercises suited to you. You'll leave with a clear plan for practicing before your next lesson.
What I teach
Choose your instrument.
Saxophone
Develop tone, technique, reading, and musical expression through music and exercises matched to your goals.
Clarinet
Build a steady tone, a comfortable embouchure, finger coordination, and confident playing across registers.
Flute
Explore breath support, tone, articulation, and technique while building confidence in the music you want to play.
Guitar
Learn chords, rhythm, and reading through music matched to your interests and experience.
Starting lessons
The experience comes first. The details stay clear.
Lessons are personal and encouraging, while pricing and studio expectations are shared up front. Here's what you need to know before getting started.
Weekly private lesson
$40 / 30 minutes
Tuition is paid monthly at the beginning of each month.
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Scheduling
Each student has a regular weekly lesson time. Every-other-week schedules are rarely available, but may be considered when two students can share a time.
Makeups
Makeups are generally available with at least 24 hours' notice, or in the case of illness or an emergency.
Planned absences
There is no charge for holidays, vacations, or other absences known and communicated in advance.
Materials
I supply many materials, including a complimentary practice journal. Bring your instrument and assigned materials each week.
Printable studio information
Access and review lesson details and studio policies anytime.
★★★★★
“If your student gets the chance to study with him, take it, you'll be amazed at how much they grow in skill and confidence!”Jaime Breakfield · Private lessons
Ready when you are