Recently, while at a jam session at a club in New York City, Jonathan Saraga was in the house, and he «stepped up to the plate.» As he started playing, my head started turning; I was totally awed by his technique, intonation, phrasing, the ease of his performance, and, oh, that gorgeous sound! My training had been on the upright bass, but I have been playing trumpet for about 16 years, and was looking for an instructor with newer, fresher ideas. We set up an appointment and I must say that, from the very beginning, he turned out to be the person I was looking for in order for me to become more proficient: very knowledgeable, patient, and above all, focused. There’s no doubt in my mind that Jonathan is one of the best young performers/instructors in today’s New York music scene.
Yana A.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 TriBeCa, Manhattan, NY
I have been working with Jonathan for a few months now on improvisation, musicianship, ear training, theory and harmony and other things. I highly recommend him to anyone who wants to become a better musician. Jonathan is very knowledgeable, intelligent and patient. He is demanding and nice at the same time which are qualities of a great teacher. If you are serious about improving your trumpet playing, learning to play jazz, learning music theory, expanding your improvisation skills or improving your musicianship, Jonathan is a great teacher for you.
Curtis B.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 Parsippany, NJ
The best trumpet and theory instructor I have, very detailed and does not leave anything to question in your pursuit of musical education and/or musicianship. You don’t need to be hardcore but you need to be dedicated to learning if you have the right mindset I cannot recommend him highly enough. The first time you meet him bring some samples of a music or musician your striving toward he will give you the right guidance. Like I said he is really cool, not overbearing or too hardcore just right. Good guy here alert!