Solutions to Common Performance Problems

We play a musical instrument because we want to have fun and express ourselves, but sometimes we have difficulty. This can be due to picking up some bad habits, or just not being exposed to the right information that will help us succeed.

In this section, I am including articles and videos to address some common issues I have seen over the many years I have been teaching students of all ages. Feel free to contact me with any other questions or comments.

Get Your Step-by-Step Game Plan to a Pro Saxophone Tone

Donna has performed on saxophones in the NY and Los Angeles metro areas with artists such as Vicci Martinez from NBC's The Voice, Richie Cannata from Billy Joel's band, Bobby Rondinelli from Blue Oyster Cult and the legendary vocalist Barbara Morrison, at such notable venues as the House of Blues in Anaheim, The Orpheum Theatre (LA), City National Grove of Anaheim, The Canyon Club, The Paramount NY, The Orleans Las Vegas, Aquarius Resorts NV, World Cafe Live PA, Wolf Den (Mohegan Sun), Riverhead Blues Festival and the Patchogue Theatre.

Her tracks have been featured in Criss Angel's Believe show at The Luxor in Las Vegas, and she has performed as a guest artist on CD's by Adam Exler, Domino Grey, Amber Ferrari, The Honeydrops, San Gabriel Stompers, The Levenbirds, Cali Lili and others.

Donna has been teaching saxophones and trumpet privately in-person and online for over 27 years. She has taught all ages and skill levels both in the U.S. and internationally. Read More…