Saxophone Lessons with Irwin Hall

Saxophone, Flute, Clarinet * In-Person (NYC) & Online

 

I offer one-on-one private lessons for dedicated musicians seeking depth, clarity, and a personal sound. Lessons are available in person throughout New York City’s five boroughs and online worldwide.

My approach emphasizes sound, time, musical gravity, and long-term artistic development tailored to where you are and where you want to go.

Who I Work With

  • Saxophonists, flautists, and clarinetists at any stage, from focused beginners to advanced professionals

  • Musicians preparing for auditions, recordings, tours, or conservatory study

  • Improvisers looking to deepen sound, phrasing, time feel, and musical intention

  • Hobbyists seeking structure without rigidity and freedom without chaos

Lesson Formats

In Person

In-Person Lessons (NYC)

  • Available in all five boroughs of New York City

  • Location coordinated after booking

  • Ideal for players who value acoustic sound, physical setup, and real-time interaction

Online

Online Lessons

  • Available worldwide via video call

  • High-quality instruction focused on sound concepts, fundamentals, and musical clarity

  • Excellent for consistency, touring schedules, or students outside NYC

Areas of Focus

  • Tone production & resonance

  • Time, feel, subdivision, and groove

  • Breath, embouchure, and physical efficiency

  • Improvisation through melody, harmony, and rhythm

  • Repertoire, transcription, and vocabulary

  • Artistic identity & long-term development

Lessons are customized: no fixed syllabus, no one-size-fits-all method.

Lesson Frequency

For most students, I recommend meeting once per week for the most consistent growth and long-term development. Musical development happens through consistency, not intensity alone.

Weekly lessons allow enough time to absorb material while maintaining continuity and momentum. That said, we’ll always adjust pacing and frequency based on your life, your goals, and where you are in the process.

Rates & Booking

Lessons are offered as single sessions or discounted packages. Payment is required to reserve your lesson time.

Online Lessons

Single Lesson

60-Minute Private Lesson
Online
$100

Book Single Lesson

4-Lesson Package

Four 60-minute private lessons
Flexible scheduling
Must be used within 60 days
$360 (save $40)

Book 4 Lesson Package

8-Lesson Package

Eight 60-minute private lessons
Priority scheduling
Must be used within 120 days
$700 (save $160)

Book 8 Lesson Package

In-Person Lessons

Single Lesson

60-Minute Private Lesson
Online
$120
includes a $20 travel fee

Book In-Person Single Lesson

4-Lesson Package

Four 60-minute private lessons
Flexible scheduling
Must be used within 60 days
$430 (save $40)
includes a $20 per lesson travel fee

Book In-Person 4 Lesson Package

8-Lesson Package

Eight 60-minute private lessons
Priority scheduling
Must be used within 120 days
$845 (save $160)
includes a $20 per lesson travel fee

Book In-Person 8 Lesson Package

How Scheduling Works

  1. Select and purchase your lesson or package using the links above

  2. After payment, you’ll receive an email to coordinate scheduling

  3. Lessons are scheduled manually to ensure availability and focus

Studio Policies

  • 24-hour notice required for cancellations or rescheduling

  • Missed lessons without notice are forfeited

  • Packages must be used within the stated time frame

Begin Your Study

If you’re ready to invest in your sound and your musicianship, I’d be glad to work with you. Book a lesson above, and we’ll take it from there.