Lesson Prices
5 Lesson Package
| Lessons | Adults | <21 Years |
|---|---|---|
| 5 x 30 min. | €204,00 | €169,00 |
| 5 x 45 min. | €289,00 | €239,00 |
| 5 x 60 min. | €386,00 | €319,00 |
10 Lesson Package - Best Buy!
| Lessons | Adults | <21 Years |
|---|---|---|
| 10 x 30 min. | €362,00 | €299,00 |
| 10 x 45 min. | €543,00 | €449,00 |
| 10 x 60 min. | €640,00 | €529,00 |
Trial Lesson
| Lessons | Adults | <21 Years |
|---|---|---|
| 1 x 30 min. | €25,00 | €25,00 |
FREE trial lesson? When you book your first lesson pack!
Saxophone Lessons Rotterdam
My name is Max van Houtum. I am a saxophonist, bandleader and sax teacher in Rotterdam. I play concerts all over the country with Jazz, Rock, DJ, Funk, Blues, Pop and Reggae bands.
Beginner or advanced?
I can help you explore your favourite music style, while developing an awesome sound and a relaxed technique.
Why a Trial Lesson?
In the trial lesson, you can tell me what music you enjoy and what you'd ultimately like to be able to do on your sax. You'll get an idea of how I can help you get there, and you'll also be given your first exercise to take home so you can get started right away.
Jazz - Pop - Funk & More
Are you a big jazz lover and do you want to delve into the jazz tradition with heroes like Charlie Parker and Dexter Gordon? Do you prefer the blasting pop sound of Candy Dulfer? Or want to learn to play your favourite Taylor Swift hits on the saxophone? Let's get started!
Don't have an instrument yet?
I can guide you in buying or renting your first saxophone. Whether you play baritone, tenor, alto or soprano doesn't matter; I can teach students on all saxophones.
The Beginning
It all starts with producing a good sound through proper blowing technique. Then you'll learn basic chords and play simple songs with the notes you've mastered. You'll also learn to read music, scales, theory, develop your ear, and we'll start with improvisation.
Your goal?
In short: Lots of technique, customised exercises, and fantastic music. The ultimate goal is to equip you with all the skills you need to play your favourite music independently.
Saxophone Lessons - Children
A good age for children to start with saxophone is (about) with 8 years old. I teach in Dutch, English or Spanish.
More Advanced
The topics you're already familiar with remain relevant, but they become increasingly complex. You'll never stop learning about improvisation, sound, pentatonic scales, jazz harmony, and timing. You'll constantly play new songs, including those from your favourite playlist.
Where are the lessons held?
I teach at The Sun Studio, Teilingerstraat 126, 3032 AM Rotterdam, but I can also come to you, so we can have the lesson at your home. Online lessons are also possible.
About Me
I have been playing the saxophone since I was ten and studied jazz at Codarts, the Rotterdam Conservatory, where I graduated. I play tenor saxophone and baritone saxophone. I regularly perform in all kinds of different styles, at all kinds of different occasions at locations throughout the country.
Festivals and Bands
My own band, Sirocco, is a 10-piece afro-beat band, with which we mainly play at festivals. In addition, I play straight-ahead jazz in various line-ups, I play as a saxophonist with DJ, I play as a soloist and as a member of horn sections in various bands. For example, I played in a 70's rock band and a lot of modern jazz, blues, funk, reggae, pop and in orchestras.