A strong house is built on a solid foundation. The same applies to many other crafts including saxophone performance. Foundations Saxophone Academy is aimed to provide resources, online courses, and guides for the aspiring saxophonist. Our aim is to build content that targets and challenges the foundational elements surrounding saxophone pedagogy. Regardless of where a musician is in their development, FSA is a beneficial resource for all levels of saxophonists that are striving for excellence.
About Robert Young
Robert Young serves as Associate Professor of Saxophone at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts. Prior to joining the faculty in 2016, Robert held teaching professorships at the Crane School of Music (SUNY-Potsdam) and Wichita State University. Robert has collaborated and performed with many celebrated artists and ensembles throughout his career. Highlights include performances with the PRISM Quartet, The Crossing, Chris Potter, Ravi Coltrane, Uri Caine and the Detroit Chamber Winds and Strings. As an active soloist, Young has been acclaimed for his “effortless expression and a facile technique” and his “true mastery of his instrument” (The Saxophonist Magazine). Robert Young currently serves Vice-Chair on the board of Chamber Music Raleigh (https://www.chambermusicraleigh.org/).
Robert is committed to teaching the fundamentals of saxophone playing to aspiring saxophonists who are eager to reach their maximum potential on the instrument.
GUIDED INSTRUCTION
FSA will provide guided instruction for the aspiring saxophonist. From educational videos, private lessons, and group virtual masterclasses.
COMMUNITY
FSA students can expect to be a part of a community of young saxophonists that will be able to communicate with one another through a private Facebook group.
EXPLORE
In addition to our courses - blog posts, and discussions on topics ranging from saxophone pedagogy, to audition strategies, to saxophone gear reviews will be available to all FSA students.