Saxophone Lessons in NYC
With over 10 years teaching experience, Brooklyn Saxophone Studio offers unique lesson plans for each student focused on cultivating creativity and finding joy in music. Schedule a free consultation:
Meet Our Saxophone Teacher
Jonah Parzen-Johnson has been teaching and playing music in Brooklyn for almost two decades. He has performed in more than a dozen countries across four continents, and been voted a Downbeat Magazine Critics Poll Rising Star 5 times. You can find Jonah performing at NYC Jazz clubs including The Blue Note, Smalls, Dizzy’s Club, Nublu and Iridium, as well as rock clubs like Bowery Ballroom, Brooklyn Bowl, Music Hall of Williamsburg, Elsewhere, and Baby’s Alright.
Jonah completed a Bachelor of Music from New York University in 2010 and a Master of Music from Manhattan School of Music in 2012. He has been teaching students privately for over a decade, as well as spending 6 years teaching beginning and advanced band at PS154 in Windsor Terrace.
When it comes to his work as an educator, Jonah believes that music lessons are about more than mastering an instrument or a certain style of performance. Music can be a guide through which to explore creativity, the art of learning, and the empowering exploration of self expression. He teaches patiently and with a dedicated focus on catering every lesson to each student’s style of learning and musical interests.
Testimonials
Jonah is truly a great teacher. He wants you to enjoy playing music, and he caters to the path you want to go down as a musician. He is not judgmental or critical at all and has an informative and helpful teaching style.
Julia Kunin
Jonah is an excellent teacher who understands how to make each lesson fun and different. He knows how to challenge me without discouraging me, and I always end up enjoying what we do.
Sylvie Dorsch
Do you offer in-person saxophone lessons in NYC?
Yes! Brooklyn Saxophone Studio will send their instructor to your home for lessons in New York City (Brooklyn, Manhattan or Queens). In person lessons are scheduled on weekdays during the day for adults or after school for students.
How old do you need to be to start learning saxophone?
If you are old enough to hold a saxophone you’re old enough to learn to play. Every kid is different so there are no strict rules about age at Brooklyn Saxophone Studio, but in general, most students 8 years and older should have no problem diving in.
Can I take saxophone lessons online?
Yes, Brooklyn Saxophone Studio offers virtual lessons via FaceTime, Zoom, and Skype.
What kind of Saxophone should I start with?
The biggest consideration when deciding which saxophone to start with is size, and the next one is playability. For most students alto saxophone is a great place to start because it is a manageable size, and not too difficult to play. Tenor saxophone is ok too, as long as the student is tall enough to hold it comfortably.
Where do I get my first saxophone?
During your free phone consultation, Brooklyn Saxophone Studio can help you identify whether you would like to purchase or rent an instrument, and identify the best option of what instrument to choose and where to get it.
How do saxophone lessons cultivate creativity?
Studying a musical instrument can be a transformative experience in a students life. Saxophone lessons are a powerful way to watch practice lead to improvement, build an enduring appreciation for music & music performance, or discover a lifelong passion.