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Federico

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Number of students Federico has taught since their arrival at Superprof

5 (24 reviews)

$54/h

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Music Reading
Saxophone

(If the student does not understand, the responsibility lies with the teacher. Learning saxophone without effort other than spending a little time) Federico Carreras, Online Saxophone classes.

Music Reading
Saxophone

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About Federico

I started studying saxophone at the age of 7 at a jazz institute in Necochea, Buenos Aires, Argentina. Then I graduated as a music teacher, specialised in saxophone at the "Gilardo Gilardi" classical music conservatory, La Plata, Buenos Aires, Argentina. The last years I have been trained with private jazz teachers, such as Ricardo Cavalli and Guillermo Romero, in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Recently I finished my master in jazz performance at CODARTS (Netherlands). Throughout my 29 years of training, I have participated in different groups including 2 classical music orchestras, 3 jazz orchestras and 1 popular music orchestra. Also participate in different formations, playing the saxophone, the clarinet, singing, as a composer and arranger. I taught jazz ensemble classes, both at the Lennon music institute, La Plata, Buenos Aires, Argentina. As well as within the jazz association La Plata.

About the lesson

If a class is well given, the content of it is well above the value of the class, unfortunately in the student role, it takes us a long time to appreciate it. In my case, 5 years after the last class with Ricardo Cavalli (Professor from Argentina) I am still learning from his lessons. The value of what one can offer by giving a class is very high and I am willing to return what was given to me. Check out my videos on YouTube: (concealed information) "(...) I recommend listening to the saxophonist before choosing him as a teacher (...)". For any ages and levels. Nothing is impossible if it is properly learnt. I’ll work personally for each student and based on his/her objectives. Basic level: Sound is developed in a practical and effective manner, as well as the tuning and connouncement of all notes in its different positions. The procedure is intended to allow the student to play different tunes in his instrument in a short period of time. The musical reading and the development of useful harmonic and rhythmic techniques will also be incorporated into the improvisation. Methodology for advanced students: very hard work! ;) We'll educate the rhythm perception as well as harmonic and melodic. We'll improve technique and sound. We will work on the composition and development of personal targets.

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5 (24 reviews)

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Ian
- 5
Perfect! Easy to understand + Helpful resources provided
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Ian

Perfect! Easy to understand + Helpful resources provided
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Henry
- 5
Perfect! As a beginner I was nervous for my first lesson, but Federico immediately put me at ease and filled me with confidence and excitement for my learning journey with him!
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Henry

Perfect! As a beginner I was nervous for my first lesson, but Federico immediately put me at ease and filled me with confidence and excitement for my learning journey with him!
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Amélie
- 5
Perfect! Really nice first lesson with a lot of elements covered!
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Amélie

Perfect! Really nice first lesson with a lot of elements covered!
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Abdul
- 5
Perfect! It was a great first class. I totally recommend Federico, he is enthusiastic and explains everything. I cannot wait for the second class with him.
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Abdul

Perfect! It was a great first class. I totally recommend Federico, he is enthusiastic and explains everything. I cannot wait for the second class with him.
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Deniz
- 5
Perfect! What a fantastic saxophone lesson! It was incredibly engaging, fun, and full of valuable insights. The instructor was not only knowledgeable but also made the learning process enjoyable and easy to follow. I’m so glad I chose this lesson – highly recommended!
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Deniz

Perfect! What a fantastic saxophone lesson! It was incredibly engaging, fun, and full of valuable insights. The instructor was not only knowledgeable but also made the learning process enjoyable and easy to follow. I’m so glad I chose this lesson – highly recommended!
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Stevie
- 5
Perfect! Federico was great in helping to get through the basics and understandings of playing the saxophone and reading notes all while making it fun and enjoyable!
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Stevie

Perfect! Federico was great in helping to get through the basics and understandings of playing the saxophone and reading notes all while making it fun and enjoyable!
Erica
- 5
Perfect! Frederico is an outstanding teacher who possesses rare and distinctive qualities. He is an accomplished and highly skilled saxophonist, yet he manages to simplify the learning process in an energetic and patient way. With his approach, he puts you at ease while maintaining a pace that produces immediate results. Frederico's lessons are challenging, entertaining, and interesting, making progress swift. He makes teaching look effortless, which is an art in itself! Therefore, I highly recommend Frederico, whether you are honing your skills or starting from scratch.
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Erica

Perfect! Frederico is an outstanding teacher who possesses rare and distinctive qualities. He is an accomplished and highly skilled saxophonist, yet he manages to simplify the learning process in an energetic and patient way. With his approach, he puts you at ease while maintaining a pace that produces immediate results. Frederico's lessons are challenging, entertaining, and interesting, making progress swift. He makes teaching look effortless, which is an art in itself! Therefore, I highly recommend Frederico, whether you are honing your skills or starting from scratch.
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Sally
- 5
Perfect! Federico is a great teacher. Even from the few minutes I could see his enthusiasm for teaching and love of the Saxaphone. Even though I am previously trained in clarinet, he pointed out things I had never even thought of when it came to playing the Saxaphone! Fun, but challenging exercises, broken down well and the lesson flew by.
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Sally

Perfect! Federico is a great teacher. Even from the few minutes I could see his enthusiasm for teaching and love of the Saxaphone. Even though I am previously trained in clarinet, he pointed out things I had never even thought of when it came to playing the Saxaphone! Fun, but challenging exercises, broken down well and the lesson flew by.
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Jurica
- 5
Perfect! Federico is a music tutor that I needed. He teaches in detail. He has noticed all my small mistakes and corrected them immediately. I've decided to keep lessons with him for a long time till I become an intermediate or advanced tenor Sax player.
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Jurica

Perfect! Federico is a music tutor that I needed. He teaches in detail. He has noticed all my small mistakes and corrected them immediately. I've decided to keep lessons with him for a long time till I become an intermediate or advanced tenor Sax player.
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Laura
- 5
Perfect! Federico is a fantastic teacher. He is very clear and extremely patient. Having zero experience with the sax or reading music it was amazing how much he could teach me and all on-line and this is only in two lessons. Most of all he makes the classes really enjoyable and the hour just flies by. I am so impressed. I would highly recommend anyone to work with him.
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Laura

Perfect! Federico is a fantastic teacher. He is very clear and extremely patient. Having zero experience with the sax or reading music it was amazing how much he could teach me and all on-line and this is only in two lessons. Most of all he makes the classes really enjoyable and the hour just flies by. I am so impressed. I would highly recommend anyone to work with him.
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Ana
- 5
Perfect! Federico is a great teacher, communicates well and is very patient and supportive.
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Ana

Perfect! Federico is a great teacher, communicates well and is very patient and supportive.

Federico's response
Ana contacted me to give Hugo a birthday present, it was very nice to surprise him with a saxophone lesson, I could see how much he enjoyed it. I am happy to work with him!
- Federico's response :
  Ana contacted me to give Hugo a birthday present, it was very nice to surprise him with a saxophone lesson, I could see how much he enjoyed it. I am happy to work with him!
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Felix
- 5
Perfect! Federico is a fantastic teacher, it has been a joy picking up a new instrument with his help. He answers all my questions even if I don't know how to phrase them correctly ha! I was initially worried about having lessons over skype, but he has completely put me at ease. On many occasions he's been able to see and correct my technique, and I've been able to show him things I've been struggling with which I thought would only be possible via in person. All in all, I would highly recommend Federico.
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Felix

Perfect! Federico is a fantastic teacher, it has been a joy picking up a new instrument with his help. He answers all my questions even if I don't know how to phrase them correctly ha! I was initially worried about having lessons over skype, but he has completely put me at ease. On many occasions he's been able to see and correct my technique, and I've been able to show him things I've been struggling with which I thought would only be possible via in person. All in all, I would highly recommend Federico.

Federico's response
Felix is enjoying every detail, it is a pleasure to work with him. Without previous knowledge he managed to learn quickly. Looking forward to enjoying the process!
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  Felix is enjoying every detail, it is a pleasure to work with him. Without previous knowledge he managed to learn quickly. Looking forward to enjoying the process!
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Gizem
- 5
Perfect! I'm a beginner student of the saxophone. He has positive energy and I feel very comfortable when I study with him. We have a lot of fun during lesson time. I recommend having a lesson with him to everyone.
I'm a beginner student of the saxophone. He has positive energy and I feel very comfortable when I study with him. We have a lot of fun during lesson time. I recommend having a lesson with him to everyone.
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Gizem

Perfect! I'm a beginner student of the saxophone. He has positive energy and I feel very comfortable when I study with him. We have a lot of fun during lesson time. I recommend having a lesson with him to everyone.
I'm a beginner student of the saxophone. He has positive energy and I feel very comfortable when I study with him. We have a lot of fun during lesson time. I recommend having a lesson with him to everyone.

Federico's response
Happy to work with Gizem, we were talking about the differences between the alto and tenor saxophone, I advised her on how to buy it. she is very enthusiastic and always with good energy.
- Federico's response :
  Happy to work with Gizem, we were talking about the differences between the alto and tenor saxophone, I advised her on how to buy it. she is very enthusiastic and always with good energy.
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Jemma
- 5
Perfect! Federico is a fantastic tutor and keeps our lessons fun and challenging! I have learned a lot in such a short space of time!
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Jemma

Perfect! Federico is a fantastic tutor and keeps our lessons fun and challenging! I have learned a lot in such a short space of time!

Federico's response
Jemma is a great student, she enjoy learning, I can realize that! She practice every week, it’ll be
- Federico's response :
  Jemma is a great student, she enjoy learning, I can realize that! She practice every week, it’ll be
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Freya
- 5
Perfect! Amazing tutor with great learning Techniques. He makes learning fun and breaks it up so you can understand it well and still make good progress. I strongly recommend booking Fred as a tutor!
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Freya

Perfect! Amazing tutor with great learning Techniques. He makes learning fun and breaks it up so you can understand it well and still make good progress. I strongly recommend booking Fred as a tutor!

Federico's response
A great start!
I like working with Freya very much,
Very dedicated, she likes it and enjoys it, very rewarding teaching like that!
- Federico's response :
  A great start!
  I like working with Freya very much,
  Very dedicated, she likes it and enjoys it, very rewarding teaching like that!
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Kevin

I have been working with Federico now for several months and he is one of the tutors that take is time to find out exactly where you’re at and then work with you from there. One of the amazing thing about Federico is his patience. He explains and break things down to a level that make it easy for me to understand. He adopts and shapes the lesson to reflect my ability but at the same time it is challenging He has an infectious energy that makes you always want to do more.
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Kevin
I have been working with Federico now for several months and he is one of the tutors that take is time to find out exactly where you’re at and then work with you from there. One of the amazing thing about Federico is his patience. He explains and break things down to a level that make it easy for me to understand. He adopts and shapes the lesson to reflect my ability but at the same time it is challenging He has an infectious energy that makes you always want to do more.
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H

Fede is a very patient and knowledgeable tutor. The first free session I had with him felt like a paid session. Totally recommended!!!
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Fede is a very patient and knowledgeable tutor. The first free session I had with him felt like a paid session. Totally recommended!!!
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Caelum

I have many years with the saxophone and Federico is an incredible teacher, excellent at explaining and he loves music, I recommend him for all levels of students.
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Caelum
I have many years with the saxophone and Federico is an incredible teacher, excellent at explaining and he loves music, I recommend him for all levels of students.
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Mayra

Highly recommend taking classes with Federico! In just my first class I learned so much, he explains very well and has lots of patience!! Very fun and straightforward lessons!!
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Mayra
Highly recommend taking classes with Federico! In just my first class I learned so much, he explains very well and has lots of patience!! Very fun and straightforward lessons!!
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Federico

I had a first lesson with Fede. He impressed me ver well as he not only plays amazingly, but also shown me a good understanding of music, sax, and teaching abilities. I will definitely continue having lessons with him. Thanks Fede!
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Federico
I had a first lesson with Fede. He impressed me ver well as he not only plays amazingly, but also shown me a good understanding of music, sax, and teaching abilities. I will definitely continue having lessons with him. Thanks Fede!
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Sheila

Federico is a enthousiastic, positive and patience teacher. He takes the time to explain you all the things that you need to know during the lessons.

He communicates very clear and gives feedback in a positive way that you feel the energie to try even harder.
If you dont understand something he feels responsibel to make sure you understand it correctly.

He also gives tailer-made lesson; what you need or want to develop as a saxophonist he give it during the lessons to you. He is very professional and gives you tools and homework that makes learning so much fun en keeps you stay focus.
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Sheila
Federico is a enthousiastic, positive and patience teacher. He takes the time to explain you all the things that you need to know during the lessons.

He communicates very clear and gives feedback in a positive way that you feel the energie to try even harder.
If you dont understand something he feels responsibel to make sure you understand it correctly.

He also gives tailer-made lesson; what you need or want to develop as a saxophonist he give it during the lessons to you. He is very professional and gives you tools and homework that makes learning so much fun en keeps you stay focus.
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Silvia

Very close teacher, with solid knowledge of music, adapts to what each one needs, the class flies by. Highly recommended!
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Silvia
Very close teacher, with solid knowledge of music, adapts to what each one needs, the class flies by. Highly recommended!
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Eren

I was made to believe I am tone dead and no physical or artistic ability to play an instrument. I was passionate about saxophone and bought a simple one years ago and had put in the corner after quite demoralizing attempts with some instructors. Years later, I decided to give a one last try, stars aligned in the universe and I ended up working with Federico! He is a not only a musical genius he is a wonderkid in teaching. Less than a year later, I can play 7-8 songs for my pleasure, have an understanding finally on musical theory. If I am not yet able to earn my life by playing sax in the park, it is because I am lazy. Any level you are at, or at any skill level, Federico is good for you. I actually must thank his previous reviewers: if they had not filled genuine, heartfelt reviews, I probably had sold my sax 10 times over now.
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Eren
I was made to believe I am tone dead and no physical or artistic ability to play an instrument. I was passionate about saxophone and bought a simple one years ago and had put in the corner after quite demoralizing attempts with some instructors. Years later, I decided to give a one last try, stars aligned in the universe and I ended up working with Federico! He is a not only a musical genius he is a wonderkid in teaching. Less than a year later, I can play 7-8 songs for my pleasure, have an understanding finally on musical theory. If I am not yet able to earn my life by playing sax in the park, it is because I am lazy. Any level you are at, or at any skill level, Federico is good for you. I actually must thank his previous reviewers: if they had not filled genuine, heartfelt reviews, I probably had sold my sax 10 times over now.
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Merche

Fede is really a SUPERprof! He is so professional and able to adapt the lesson in a blink! My two children are so happy and they love music thanks to him. He is so creative, helpful patient, firm and fair! Of course he is amazing playing saxophone!!!!!
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Merche
Fede is really a SUPERprof! He is so professional and able to adapt the lesson in a blink! My two children are so happy and they love music thanks to him. He is so creative, helpful patient, firm and fair! Of course he is amazing playing saxophone!!!!!
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When did you first develop a passion for music and your favourite instrument?
I started when I was 7 years old. I have been passionate about music since I was little. The first record I bought was one by Louis Armstrong, when he was 10 years old. Then I kept listening to the big swing bands, like Count Basie, Glenn Miller, Benny Goodman, etc. And since then, music has been a fundamental part of my life and I am grateful for it.
Is there a particular type of music or artist that you listen to on a loop without it driving you crazy?
Cannonball Adderley is the saxophonist I admire the most.
Explain to us the most difficult or riveting course you could personally give to a student of music.
The most riveting course I can give is being yourself with the instrument. Improvise naturally and enjoying the process to create music on the spot.
What do you think is the most complicated instrument to master and why?
All the instruments are complicated in a high level.
What are your keys to success?
Developing your technique, your repertoire and your ear harmonically, rhythmically and melodically.
Name three musicians you dream of meeting in your favourite bar in the early hours of the morning. Explain why.
I wish they were still alive :)

-Cannonball
-Charlie Parker
-Wayne Shorter

I would like to ask them many things, not only about the saxophone but also about life. The energy from them was so special. It is impossible to get that far if you do not develop your soul. I'm sure they had some great advice to give.
Provide a valuable anecdote related to music or your days at music school.
When I was ten years old I went up for the first time to do improvisation in the jazz orchestra of my city:

When I start to improvise I can't find the key and all the notes that came out of my instrument sounded very bad. At the end, I go downstage and stay in the pool area waiting for the orchestra to leave. When the orchestra finishes playing, my teacher approaches me and tells me that he was ashamed, that he shouldn't play the sax, and that it wasn't my thing.
That day I went to sleep hugging the book of scales, promising myself never again to confuse a key.
Years later I ended up being the first saxophonist in the orchestra and on several occasions congratulated by that teacher.

Although the story is quite sad, it helps as an example that no matter what people think, the most important thing is to focus on what you love.
What are the small details that make you a Superprof in music?
I adapt to the student's needs, I want them to be motivated and enjoy the learning process. My goal is that they have no limitations so they can go as far as they want to go.

(If the student does not understand, the responsibility lies with the teacher. Learning saxophone without effort other than spending a little time) Federico Carreras, Online Saxophone classes.

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When did you first develop a passion for music and your favourite instrument?

Is there a particular type of music or artist that you listen to on a loop without it driving you crazy?

Explain to us the most difficult or riveting course you could personally give to a student of music.

What do you think is the most complicated instrument to master and why?

What are your keys to success?

Name three musicians you dream of meeting in your favourite bar in the early hours of the morning. Explain why.

Provide a valuable anecdote related to music or your days at music school.

What are the small details that make you a Superprof in music?

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