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Adam is an active private teacher in the LI/NYC area specializing in saxophone, clarinet, bassoon, music theory, and composition. He has been teaching a large studio of elementary school, middle school and high school students for over a decade. His students have achieved perfect & outstanding ratings at NYSSMA adjudications, and have participated in programs of honor, such as NYSSMA All-State, NMEA All-County, Nassau-Suffolk Performing Arts, NYSBDA, Metropolitan Youth Orchestra, & Jazz at Lincoln Center Youth Programs. Adam is currently accepting students of all ages in-person as well as online if preferable. Adam is also an adjunct professor at The New School for Jazz.
testimonials
"In the 10+ years I have known Adam, I have witnessed an ascent from gifted student musician, to seasoned professional - exuding a wisdom as both performer and educator well beyond his years. What truly separates him from the rest is that his world class performance and creative skills actually fuel his passion to educate a new generation of young musicians equally on a multitude of instruments and styles. As humbled as I was to call him "student," I am thrilled to call him, 'colleague' and more so - 'inspiration.'"
-- David Stevens, retired music educator
8th Grade student Alex Marcoline transcribing Charlie Parker's solo on "Cherokee" by ear
“Adam knows how to solve problems right away when my 10-year-old son faces them. His thoughtful understanding and knowledgeable explanations help my son sound better than we ever imagined he could; especially at such a young age. We recommend him to anyone interested in learning saxophone. "
--Sheree Ko, parent of student Edwin Ko
“Adam is a kind, smart, and caring tutor. He helps me find my mistakes to make me a better saxophone player. I strongly recommend Adam as a teacher. "
--Jack Penfold, student
