“I equip musicians with the skills, knowledge, and resources to succeed in the ever-changing musical landscape.”
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Saxophone
Jazz Improvisation
Clarinet
Flute
Woodwind Doubling & Pedagogy
Composition & Arranging
Student Testimonals
“Joel is an excellent teacher because of his desire to improve, his extremely practical approach to instruction, and his genuine care for the whole student. As an educator of teachers, his assignments are fresh and always result in a usable product. As a conductor his rehearsals are efficient yet relaxed and enjoyable. “Most importantly, Joel has the chops to teach by example in a variety of settings including saxophone, flute, improvisation, pedagogy, and arranging and composing. Most of all, Joel is a good person - mentor, colleague, and friend - and is a positive source for change in music education. ” - Eli
“Joel is an incredible teacher! He is direct, patient, sincere, and insanely passionate about his craft. No matter what they are, Joel will push you to meet your goals in music and he won't stop until you've gone beyond what you thought you could ever accomplish.” - Emil
“Joel is not just a talented saxophonist, but also a kind, curious, and patient instructor. He uniquely tailors instruction to what individual students need, and he is able to distill high-level theoretical knowledge in tandem with practical experience and examples. During my time studying with him, I not only got a solid foundation in the fundamentals of jazz improvisation, but also gained a broader perspective on musical style and historical context more generally. Joel was instrumental to my development as a musician and a scholar. I can’t recommend him highly enough to anyone seeking to deepen their musical knowledge and skill set.” - Emma
“During my undergrad, I appreciated Joel’s deep understanding of music and his ability to break down abstract concepts. His teaching challenged me to think about music in new ways which has enriched my life. Perhaps most importantly, witnessing Joel’s work ethic lit a fire under me. He is an efficient knowledge acquiring machine. His drive and unrelenting consistency are qualities I aspire to have.” - Kendrick
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