THE NEXT GIANT STEP IN YOUR SAXOPHONE JOURNEY BEGINS TODAY!
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LEVEL UP YOUR SAX
Hear results on the very first day...
with the fastest & easiest way to supercharge your practice sessions and get the results you’ve always wanted.
Follow step by step lessons...
that will take all of the guesswork out of what to practice, how to practice, and what to practice next while giving you a clear pathway to crush all of your sax goals.
Work at your own pace...
and in the comfort of your own home, while taking saxophone courses that are setup exactly like in person lessons.
Learn the saxophone 50% faster...
than scrolling through endless YouTube videos or purchasing stacks of random method books by using my proven system of teaching the sax, which is designed specifically for adults just like you.
Save time & money...
with a streamlined teaching approach that is designed to be fun & easy to follow while helping you make constant progress, all for a fraction of the price of private lessons.
IMPROVISATION
Learning how to improvise can be one of the most intimidating parts of playing the sax, but in the Sax School I break down everything you need to know and simplify the process with a step by step approach. You will be amazed at how quickly you can go from one-note solos to playing over complex chord changes.
SPECIAL SKILLS
Sounding like a great sax player takes a lot of special skills, including: altissimo, overtones, growling, split notes, vibrato and sooooo much more. In the Sax School, I teach you all of these skills and show you how to use them in your favorite songs. If you've ever wondered what makes a pro sax player sound so good, this is the secret!
TONE
The saxophone is your musical voice! Throughout the Scott Paddock Sax School, there are level appropriate tips and techniques aimed at helping you find and perfect your tone. Finding your own personal sound is one of the most rewarding parts of playing the saxophone.
TECHNIQUE
If you want to be able to move your fingers faster, smoother, and cleaner then you will be excited to start practicing my technique building series called the CHOP SHOP. The Chop Shop is the fastest and most efficient way to improve your sax technique, and you can only find these exercises in the Scott Paddock Sax School.
SCALES & THEORY
I have a method of teaching scales that makes them much easier to learn and memorize, and I explain to you the theory of how they all work together to create melodies and solos. Scales are the building blocks of music, and the better you understand how they work, the easier it will be for you to master the saxophone.
"Scott's great teaching has been a gift to me. My playing has improved out of sight. The course structure in the SPSS has allowed me to dramatically improve my sound, put me on a path to technical mastery, but most importantly, given me the ears to hear and play with a level of artistry that had been missing."
- Neil M.
The secret to getting better faster at any new skill you want to master is learning the right information in the correct order.
The Sax School is made up of a series Pathway Courses & Specialty Courses.
The courses are all set up in order and with easy to follow instructions so that you will always know exactly what you should be practicing. As you work your way through the lessons, you will hear constant progress.
How Pathway Courses work:
Pathway Courses guide you through comprehensive step by step lessons that will help develop all aspects of your sax playing and include lessons on learning songs, theory, scales, personalizing music, improvisation, technique, style, and special sax skills that are appropriate for your playing level.
How Specialty Courses work:
Specialty Courses are step by step lessons dedicated to a single topic or technique such as altissimo, overtones, jazz style, funk improv, etc.
What to expect in each lesson?
In every lesson, there are explanations, play alongs & PDFs for everything we cover. All lessons are done on both alto & tenor and tell you exactly what to practice before moving on to the next lesson.
The Sax School is set up for you to grow as a sax player while developing a large repertoire of songs and giving you the confidence to perform and have fun while playing the sax.
I have been taking your online classes now for eight months. I’ve learned more in eight months than I have in the last twenty five years of playing horn. I am now 63 and having the time of my life.
- Gabe Q.
"Scott's great teaching has been a gift to me. My playing has improved out of sight. The course structure in the SPSS has allowed me to dramatically improve my sound, put me on a path to technical mastery, but most importantly, given me the ears to hear and play with a level of artistry that had been missing."
- Neil M.
TIPS & TRICKS
When it comes to learning to play the sax (or any instrument), there is a hard way & an easy way. The easy way is when everything is taught in an order that makes sense and is super easy to follow. That is my entire teaching philosophy behind the lessons in the Sax School. Throughout the courses, I'll be showing you all of my best tips & tricks.
LEARN SONGS
If you want to learn a lot of songs, then you're in the right place! In every Pathway Course, you will learn an entire set list worth of music. Not only will you build a large repertoire of songs, but you will also learn how to personalize those melodies and make them sound performance ready.
ADVANCED CONCEPTS
Do you want to learn how to play overtones & altissimo? Improvise beyond the basics? Understand how to solo over the dreaded minor 2-5-1? Do you know what a secondary dominant is? Or what the unwritten rules of jazz or funk style are? In the Sax School, I will show you an easy approach to learning all of these advanced concepts and a whole lot more.
PATHWAY COURSES
The Beginner Pathway focuses on the basics of putting the sax together, playing notes, learning fingerings, learning how to read rhythms/notes, and playing simple songs. It's the perfect starting point for a true beginner, a refresher, or someone transitioning from a different instrument.
The Early Intermediate Pathway focuses on digging deeper into the basics of embouchure, tonguing, breath support, tone, intonation, etc. - The main emphasis for this Pathway is on expanding your song repertoire as well as learning the concepts of dynamics & articulations. You will also learn all of your major scales, and be introduced to The Chop Shop technique series which will help get your fingers moving faster & cleaner. This Pathway is a great starting point for the Sax School.
The Intermediate: part 1 Pathway focuses on playing the music that isn’t written. You will learn how to personalize songs by ad libbing on the melody, and start your journey into the world of improvisation. You will expand your knowledge of scales & theory while learning how to read chord symbols. You will also learn new songs at a much higher level. The Chop Shop series will get your fingers moving even faster and cleaner. This Pathway is your first step into creating your own music on the sax
The Intermediate: part 2 Pathway focuses on developing improvised solos & navigating your way through more complex chord changes. You will learn more songs & further develop your ability to personalize melodies through the use of ad libbing. The Chop Shop series will get your fingers moving even faster and cleaner. And the Jazz Style Etudes section will give you an in-depth understanding of the unwritten rules of articulations. In this Pathway, a strong emphasis will be placed on personalizing the music you create.
The Early Advanced Pathway will pick up where the Intermediate: part 2 Pathway left off. We will dive deeper into improvising over more complex chord progressions, and learn how to make your solos sound more interesting by going beyond just basic scales and chord tones. We will learn to interpret transcriptions by famous sax players like Charlie Parker & Cannonball Adderly. The Chop Shop will have your fingers moving super fast. And I will show you pro level tips and techniques to further improve your saxophone abilities. The launch date for this Pathway course is SPRING 2022.
The Beginner Pathway focuses on the basics of putting the sax together, playing notes, learning fingerings, learning how to read rhythms/notes, and playing simple songs. It's the perfect starting point for a true beginner, a refresher, or someone transitioning from a different instrument.
The Early Intermediate Pathway focuses on digging deeper into the basics of embouchure, tonguing, breath support, tone, intonation, etc. - The main emphasis for this Pathway is on expanding your song repertoire as well as learning the concepts of dynamics & articulations. You will also learn all of your major scales, and be introduced to The Chop Shop technique series which will help get your fingers moving faster & cleaner. This Pathway is a great starting point for the Sax School.
The Intermediate: part 1 Pathway focuses on playing the music that isn’t written. You will learn how to personalize songs by ad libbing on the melody, and start your journey into the world of improvisation. You will expand your knowledge of scales & theory while learning how to read chord symbols. You will also learn new songs at a much higher level. The Chop Shop series will get your fingers moving even faster and cleaner. This Pathway is your first step into creating your own music on the sax
The Intermediate: part 2 Pathway focuses on developing improvised solos & navigating your way through more complex chord changes. You will learn more songs & further develop your ability to personalize melodies through the use of ad libbing. The Chop Shop series will get your fingers moving even faster and cleaner. And the Jazz Style Etudes section will give you an in-depth understanding of the unwritten rules of articulations. In this Pathway, a strong emphasis will be placed on personalizing the music you create.
The Early Advanced Pathway will pick up where the Intermediate: part 2 Pathway left off. We will dive deeper into improvising over more complex chord progressions, and learn how to make your solos sound more interesting by going beyond just basic scales and chord tones. We will learn to interpret transcriptions by famous sax players like Charlie Parker & Cannonball Adderly. The Chop Shop will have your fingers moving super fast. And I will show you pro level tips and techniques to further improve your saxophone abilities. The launch date for this Pathway course is SPRING 2022.
SPECIALTY COURSES
In addition to the 5 main Pathway Courses, there are also several Specialty Courses dedicated to specific saxophone topics and techniques. These additional Specialty Courses are all included with your ALL ACCESS membership to the Sax School.
Hover your mouse over each course title for a brief description.
ULTIMATE ALTISSIMO
This course takes you from sounding your first altissimo note through mastery of the upper range of your saxophone.
THE CHOP SHOP
This technique course will get your fingers moving fast & clean through the use of patterns & licks.
IMPROVISATION
In this course, we take you from one note solos all the way through developing solos over complex chord changes.
AD LIBBING
In this course, you'll learn how to personalize a melody by adding dynamics, notes, articulations, and feeling to it.
SAX BASICS
In this course, we take it back to the basics and concentrate on the fundamentals of playing the sax.
SCALES
In this course, you will learn & organize 6 different types of scales: major, minor, mixolydian, dorian, aeolian & 2-5-1 scales.
JAZZ STYLE
In this course, you'll learn the unwritten rules of jazz articulation & master the art of ad libbing.
FUNK STYLE
In this course, we show you step by step how to play funk grooves & solos, while learning 10 classic funk songs.
COMING SOON
We will be adding new courses on a regular basis. Check back for the next update!
"I've been a member of your sax school for a little over 4 months now. Before joining I had been playing for a few months with mixed results due to the lack of a clear path. So, thanks for the great content and the very clear pathway to progress."
- David J.
SONGS!
Do you know enough songs to put on a concert? Soon, your answer to that question will be YES! One of the main focuses in the Scott Paddock Sax School is learning lots & lots of new songs and expanding your repertoire. In no time, you will be playing your favorite songs and interpreting them in your own musical voice.
IMPROVISATION
Learning how to improvise can be one of the most intimidating parts of playing the sax, but in the Sax School I break down everything you need to know and simplify the process with a step by step approach. You will be amazed at how quickly you can go from one-note solos to jamming over complex chord progressions.
SPECIAL SKILLS
Sounding like a great sax player takes a lot of special skills, including: altissimo, overtones, growling, split notes, vibrato and sooooo much more. In the Sax School, I teach you all of these skills and show you how to use them in your favorite songs. If you've ever wondered what makes a pro sax player sound so good, this is the secret!
TONE
The saxophone is your musical voice! Throughout the Scott Paddock Sax School, there are level appropriate tips and techniques aimed at helping you find and perfect your tone. Finding your own personal sound is one of the most rewarding parts of playing the saxophone.
TECHNIQUE
If you want to be able to move your fingers faster, smoother, and cleaner then you will be excited to start practicing my technique building series called the CHOP SHOP. The Chop Shop is the fastest and most efficient way to improve your sax technique, and you can only find these exercises in the Scott Paddock Sax School.
SCALES & THEORY
I have a method of teaching scales that makes them much easier to learn and memorize, and I explain to you the theory of how they all work together to create melodies and solos. Scales are the building blocks of music, and the better you understand how they work, the easier it will be for you to master the saxophone.
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BEGINNERS / REFRESHERS
The Beginner Pathway is the perfect starting point for anyone who is new to the sax or picking it back up after a long break. Within 20 minutes of starting this course, you will be playing your first notes. By the end of the course, you will know all of your notes & how to read music.
INTERMEDIATE SAX PLAYERS
If you are an intermediate sax player, then this is the place you have been dreaming about... SERIOUSLY, this is it! The Sax School has multiple Pathway Courses geared towards the intermediate sax player that will absolutely level up every aspect of your saxophone playing.
IMPROVISATION
Whether you are just starting your improv journey or you already have some skills but want a better understanding of how chords, scales, and creativity all go together, the Sax School will give you a step by step pathway to help your inner sax star come out and shine through fully improvised solos.
THE SAX SCHOOL HAS PATHWAY & SPECIALTY COURSES RANGING FROM BEGINNER THROUGH EARLY ADVANCED.
CLASSICAL SAX PLAYERS
In the Sax School you will learn all of your scales and get your fingers moving fast and clean, but you will not find any lessons dedicated to classical sax.
PROFESSIONALS
The Sax School specializes in providing the most comprehensive online courses for beginner through early advanced sax players. This is not the right place for pro sax players (maybe in the future).
NON-SAX-PLAYERS
If you play an instrument other than the sax, you will definitely learn something in the Sax School, but it is 100% set up for saxophone players. It's in the name - SAX SCHOOL.
WHAT'S UP EVERYBODY!
MY NAME IS
SCOTT PADDOCK
and I’m here to teach you how to become a better sax player. Whether your goal is to perform for your family and friends, play in your community band, sit in at a jam session, or play your favorite songs at home for fun, I can show you how to make that dream a reality in the Scott Paddock Sax School.
WHAT'S UP EVERYBODY!
MY NAME IS
SCOTT PADDOCK
and I’m here to teach you how to become a better saxophone player. Whether your goal is to perform for your family and friends, play in your community band, sit in at a jam session, or play your favorite songs at home for fun, I can show you how to make that dream a reality in the Scott Paddock Sax School.
Whether your goal is to:
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perform for your family and friends
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play in your community band
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sit in at a jam session
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be the sax player in a band
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perform at your church
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play your favorite songs at home for fun
You can make that dream a reality!
Over my many years of giving lessons, masterclasses & tutorials, I’ve developed a new method of teaching the sax that is designed specifically for the needs of adult saxophone players.
The secret to this new way of learning the sax is a clear step by step pathway that eliminates all of the guesswork about what to practice, how to practice, and what to practice next.
Using this method, I’ve helped 1000s of people - just like you, take their saxophone playing to the next level or start from scratch. And the best part is you can stop watching endless YouTube videos and work towards your saxophone goals in a straight path. So, let’s get started!
"I just wanted to tell you how excited I am about your sax school! I just completed the first pathway and I love it. Everything is so structured and accessible for everybody even if you just have started."
- André L.
As a performer Scott:
• is an internationally acclaimed sax player with a signature sound & style that has gained him fans from all around the globe.
• has released 2 CDs as a leader, which received international airplay & writeups in music publications.
• has amassed millions of views & over 100,000 followers with his ever growing online social media platforms.
• has performed on some of the largest stages & arenas in the world as a featured saxophonist.
• is in demand as a session player, having recorded sax parts on 100s of recording sessions for movies & television.
• played on the Vita Ce Ne world tour for European pop legend Eros Ramazzotti, where he performed in over 30 countries & on 4 continents.
As an educator Scott:
• is in demand as a teacher & content creator for some of the biggest brands in the music education & saxophone world.
• has one of the most popular YouTube channels in the saxophone community and is known for his ability to simplify complex concepts.
• is an endorsing artist for P. Mauriat, BG France, Legere Reeds, Barkley Brazil Mouthpieces, Syos Mouthpieces & Key Leaves.
• has taught saxophone at every level from beginner through university and has helped 1000s of saxophone players find their musical voice.
• is super excited about the launch of the Sax School and all of the members he can help reach their saxophone goals.
AS A PERFORMER
When it comes to teaching, I like to break things down into very easily digestible bite size portions. The reason that my teaching strategy yields such high results is because I give you a direct path from the starting position to successfully understanding the end result. My explanations are simple and clear, and my teaching style is laser focused on getting you from point A to point B. I use a “drip” teaching style where I give you the information you need to accomplish the task at hand, and as you move through the video courses, I present more info, making it very easy to constantly add to your understanding and mastery of the sax. Throughout the entire course structure, there are play along videos that will allow you to practice with me as I demonstrate the material. There are downloadable PDFs for all of the music that we are working on. The ad lib & improv sections are set up to be interactive so that we can trade phrases back and forth. All of the courses are set up exactly the way that I teach private lessons. Step by step I will guide you along the path to becoming a better sax player.
AS A PERFORMER
Scott is an internationally acclaimed sax player with a signature sound and style that has gained him fans and followers from around the globe. As a leader, Scott has released two CDs, as well as a steady stream of popular content on his social media platforms, where he has amassed millions of views and over 100,000 followers. Scott’s most recent world tour was as the featured sax player with Italian pop legend, Eros Ramazzotti, where he performed in 30 countries on 4 continents. In addition to a busy performance & teaching schedule, Scott is also very active in the recording studio and has done session work for several movies & TV shows. Scott is a performing artist with endorsements from: P. Mauriat, Legere, BG France, Barkley Brazil, Syos & Key Leaves.
"Scott's great teaching has been a gift to me. My playing has improved out of sight. The course structure in the SPSS has allowed me to dramatically improve my sound, put me on a path to technical mastery, but most importantly, given me the ears to hear and play with a level of artistry that had been missing."