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Keith
- Rate $140
- Response 24h
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Students7
Number of students Keith has accompanied since arriving at Superprof
Number of students Keith has accompanied since arriving at Superprof

$140/h
1st lesson free
- Songwriting
Learn to compose music with an international professional jazz composer and arranger with over 10 years of teaching experience.
- Songwriting
Lesson location
Recommended
Keith is a respected tutor in our community. They are highly recommended for their commitment and the quality of their lessons. An excellent choice to progress with confidence.
About Keith
My objective as a teacher is to help you to become the best musician that you can be. To achieve this, I draw from over 20 years of experience performing multiple musical instruments live and in recording sessions, in many stages worldwide, and with a variety of music groups. As a composer and arranger, my credits include: - Writing music performed by the GRAMMY Award nominee One O'Clock Lab Band, featuring also GRAMMY Award nominee saxophonist Melissa Aldana. - Arranging music for The Villalobos Brothers. - Arranging and orchestrating music for the film "Eloísa Díaz: Ciencia Urgente," by Alameda Memoria. - Composing and arranging music for Sexto Piso, a Latin American folk and popular music ensemble winner of two grants from the Chilean Ministry of Culture. - Composing and arranging music for La Chile Big Band. - Arranging music for the Chilean website “El Guillatún.” Other artists I have written music for include: - Hardy Llorca. - Edgardo Benedetti. - Kristiana Roemer. - Ipshita Roy. My experience as a teacher includes: - Teaching Assistant of Jazz Arranging, Jazz Library and Jazz Lecture Series at the University of North Texas. - Grader for Music Theory at the University of North Texas. - Primary Instructor of Saxophone at the evening music program of the University of Chile. - Ensemble Coach at the evening music program of the University of Chile. - Piano, Saxophone, Guitar, Flute, Drums and Composition Teacher for multiple schools of the New York City area. I have worked with people of all ages and across multiple nationalities. I can teach effectively in English and Spanish, and I hold an MM in Jazz Studies from the University of North Texas, as well as a BA in Saxophone and a BA in Theory of Music from the University of Chile. Finally, I am currently a participant of the prestigious BMI Jazz Composers Workshop, which is devoted to the production and promotion of jazz big band music.
About the lesson
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Children
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
My lessons are structured to help you write your own music. Lessons are divided into three parts: learning concepts, reviewing exercises and checking your compositions and arrangements. The concepts studied in the songwriting plan include: - Basic through advanced jazz theory. - Instrument ranges and transpositions. - Writing for 2, 3, 4 and 5 melodic instruments plus rhythm section. - Writing for big band. - Writing for vocal ensembles, with and without rhythm section. - Structure and form. - Any other topics you wish to learn. My experience as a teacher includes working with people of all ages, from 4 to 80 years old, and across multiple nationalities. I can teach effectively in English and Spanish, I have worked as a teaching assistant of jazz arranging at the University of North Texas, and I have been the primary instructor of saxophone at the evening music program of the University of Chile.
Recommendations
Recommendations come from relatives, friends and acquaintances of the tutor.
I've been one of Keith students since last summer, we have finished one book, and I'm ready to explore the next stages of saxophone playing. Since the beginning Keith has been very professional as a teacher and patient with me in accomodating my learning curve, silly questions, and helping me explore new practice methods. His ability to help you learn is amazing.
If you're looking for a skilled and passionate saxophone teacher, Keith Daniels is an excellent choice. With a Masters in musical composition and years of experience as a performer and educator, Keith has the knowledge and expertise to help students of all levels improve their playing.
But what really sets Keith apart is his patient, respectful, and understanding approach to teaching. He takes the time to get to know each student's unique learning style and adapts his lessons accordingly, making sure that every student feels supported and challenged.
Keith is also incredibly passionate about music, and he excels at transmitting that passion to his students. Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your playing to the next level, Keith can help you achieve your musical goals and become the best saxophonist you can be.Keith helped me prepare my entry exam for music school. He is a real pro and genuinely passionate about his students learning beyond the basics. He puts his heart into lessons, inspiring curiosity and enthusiasm to keep working hard. He's also a sweetheart and very very funny. I fully recommend him.
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Rates
Rate
- $140
Pack rates
- 5 h: $701
- 10 h: $1402
online
- $140/h
travel fee
- + $20
free lessons
This first lesson offered with Keith will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.
- 30min
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