Kanata - Saxophone Lessons

Matthew Evans (Saxophone, Piano, Guitar)

Online Lessons:

Matthew Evans is a versatile saxophonist, pianist, and guitarist from Vancouver Island, British Columbia. After completing his studies in Music Performance at Holland College in Prince Edward Island, he relocated to Ottawa in 2021. With over 5 years of experience as a music educator, Matt excels in inspiring and instructing students of all ages and skill levels. His teaching approach fosters creativity by establishing a solid foundation in music theory and by enhancing technical skills, with an emphasis on improvisation. Matt’s expertise in jazz, blues, funk, and other contemporary genres allows him to effectively guide students in mastering and composing the music they love.
$25 per 1/2hr. Lesson

Zakari Frantz (Saxophone, Clarinet, Flute)

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Ottawa-based saxophonist Zakari Frantz is a dynamic musician and educator with a talent for engaging humans with his distinctive energy. An in-demand jazz, funk, soul, and world music collaborator, Zakari has performed to acclaim on stages around the world. Over a decade playing alto saxophone, flute and percussion with the legendary Souljazz Orchestra, has led to three JUNO nominations and numerous North American and European tours. He also regularly engages audiences with musical groups such as the Atlantis Jazz Ensemble, Prime Rib Big Band, Greece's Agios Lavrentios Brass Band and many others. Originally from the Pacific Northwest, Zakari holds a Bachelor of Arts in Music from Boise State University where he was an inaugural recipient of the Gene Harris Jazz Endowment Scholarship. Sought after for his active and engaging approach to music education, Zakari guides his students to positively challenge themselves both personally and musically. From 2016-2019 he teamed up with OrKidstra, a charitable social development program for kids living in under-served areas of Ottawa, Zakari dedicated his time to help youth realize their full potential & discover new possibilities through the joys and challenges of learning music.  
$26 per 1/2hr. lesson.