Evan Ney Music

Twin Cities based saxophonist, composer, educator

Teaching

Information for New Students

Hi! I’m Evan, and I would love to help you or your child reach their musical goals and develop a life-long love of music. As a teacher I draw on more than a decade of experience playing saxophone in styles including classical, jazz, pop, funk, and more to help each student find their individual voice and sound on the instrument. Through our study, students develop rock-solid fundamentals, improve their technique, and expand their understanding of musical concepts and artistry. My students also become comfortable with reading sheet music and learning by ear so they can feel equally at home playing a written out piece or transcribing their favorite song on Spotify.

I am currently accepting new students. Write below to schedule a free consultation! I’d love to chat either in person or via video.

I offer lessons both in person, and online. My studio is located in the Marcy Holmes/Como neighborhood in Minneapolis, near downtown and the University of Minnesota. Send me a message and I’d be happy to talk about whether I would be a good fit teacher for you or your child!

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Testimonials

Rating: 5 out of 5.

“Evan has made learning the saxophone fun, approachable, and rewarding. He’s been patient, encouraging, and explains things in a way that just clicks. Whether working on the basics or tackling more advanced skills, Evan meets my son at his level and helps him make real progress. His lessons keep my son motivated, confident, and excited to play.”

— Peyton

Rating: 5 out of 5.

“We are so grateful for the positive impact Evan has had on our son- his guidance has made a world of difference. His enthusiasm for teaching, and patience in lessons has led to my son developing more curiosity around the subjects he is studying”

— Namita

Rating: 5 out of 5.

“Evan creates an environment of patience, kindness, and knowledge in each lesson. I appreciate that his lessons include a variety of musical skills like technique, ear training, and note reading. My son thoroughly enjoys each lesson as Evan’s encouragement and positive reinforcement pushes him forward with a love and understanding of music.” 

— Karen

Rating: 5 out of 5.

“Evan is very flexible and engaging for my son’s saxophone lessons. He makes the lessons relevant to my son’s interests and challenges my son to push himself with new and interesting music”

— Melissa

Information for Current Students

My studio policies

Recommended etude books:

  • Beginner
    • Mule 24 Easy Etudes
  • Intermediate
    • Voxman Selected Studies
  • Advanced
    • Ferling 48 Etudes

Recommended texts:

  • Chops by Dan Graser
  • Voicing by Donald Sinta
  • Top Tones for Saxophone by Sigurd Rascher
  • Learn Faster, Perform Better by Molly Gebrian
  • Sound in Motion by David McGill
  • The Art of Practicing by Madeline Bruser

Recommended Listening/Players

  • Steven Banks
  • Asya Fateyeva
  • Daniel Deffayet
  • Marcel Mule
  • Otis Murphy
  • Arno Bornkamp
  • Idit Shner
  • Joseph Connor

Recommended Equipment

Saxophones

  • Selmer
  • Yamaha
  • Yanagisawa

Mouthpieces

  • Selmer s90 180
  • Vandoren AP3
  • Selmer s80 C*
  • Selmer Concept
  • Vandoren AL3

Reeds

  • Vandoren Traditional (blue box) 3 or 3.5
  • D’addario Reserve
  • Hemke
  • Rico Royal

Resources we refer to often in lessons