Saxophone Lessons with Carter Powley
Carter Powley is an active freelance saxophonist, clarinetist, flautist, composer/arranger, and educator, holding degrees in music composition and education from the University of Regina. His repertoire both as a player and writer ranges from jazz to classical, funk, rock, latin, blues, and more.
His influences and idols have included Charles Mingus, Booker Ervin, and Eric Dolphy and he has shared the stage with Canadian jazz icon P.J. Perry, guitar virtuoso Jack Semple, long-time jazz bassist Peter Dyksman, pianist Bob Moyer and his Big Band, Michael Kaeshammer, vocalist Kevin Mohagany, Karen Plato, Jason Marsalis, Wayne Bergeron, Ranee Lee, singer/songwriter and Juno nominee Alysha Brilla, and 'Tower of Power' drummer Herman Matthews to name a few. He has performed in pit orchestras for touring performances of Chicago, Book of Mormon, local professional productions of My Fair Lady, Shrek the Musical, Pirates of Penzance, Singing in the Rain, and many other professional and community musical theatre production.
Teachers have ranged from jazz pianist Ken Jefferson to classical saxophonist Karen Finnsson and composer Alain Perron. Many have recognized Powley’s gifts both for writing and playing and as a freshman at the U of R he had his works performed by professional orchestras in Kitchener-Waterloo and Regina. Carter can be found performing in many settings in Regina and throughout Saskatchewan and beyond.
Who should play with Carter?
Age of Student: All ages
Skill levels: All skill levels
Genres: Classical and jazz
Expectations: RCM exams, recitals and festivals are encouraged but optional
Supplies Required: Instrument, reeds, music stand for home practice, metronome, tuner
Average Lesson Length: 30, 60 minutes
30-Minute Lesson Rate: $31 * Private Lessons range from $28.50-35.50 and are based on previous education and experience.
Ready to start playing? Here's how...
- Choose the day of the week below to see the times available on that day.
- Select the time that works for you, add the times to your cart and register. That's it!
Want to know more? Need help deciding? Call the team at Student Services.