Eric Juberg - Saxophone and Clarinet Lessons

Introduction: Hello! Thanks for considering private music lessons with me. I have been performing and teaching in NYC for several years, and before that I was based in Indianapolis. Helping students excel and find passion in music is one of the most rewarding aspects of being a musician. Background: I studied jazz saxophone and clarinet at Indiana University's Jacobs School of Music, and maintained a private lesson studio of 10-20 students of all ages. I particularly enjoy working with more advanced students and teaching jazz improvisation / theory, but have experience at all skill levels on both sax and clarinet. I frequently perform around NYC in different types of ensembles, such as pit orchestra, jazz, funk, wedding bands, and more. Teaching Philosophy: Private lessons are essential for anyone who wants to excel quickly at their instrument, and it is important to find the right kind of teacher! For younger students, I prioritize finding what they are interested in, from pop songs, to famous instrumental solos and melodies, and use that as the vehicle for teaching the instrument. It is very important to cultivate interest early on in their musical journey. I believe respect and admiration for creative arts is something everyone should experience in life, and music is my favorite pathway to that. For older, more experienced students, I like to let them guide the lessons a little bit more, as they probably have a better idea what they want to improve on. From there I can figure out a custom balance of listening, theory, fundamentals, and exercises that works with a specific person. Some teachers will put older students on programs that are purely exercises and technique, without any attention to their core interest in music in the first place. I strive to teach always from the position of furthering someone's passion for music. For all lessons, I will do a custom follow up via email, covering the topics and a plan for practicing over the coming weeks. I am also available to answer any questions in between lessons via phone or text.