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Janice Finlay
Gear
Mainly Selmer saxophones. Selmer Super Action 80 soprano, Mark VI tenor and alto. Baritone is a Yamaha, as is my flute. Clarinet is a Buffet R13.
Tags
Jon Thompson, Kenora Miner and News
“…Janice Finlay’s rock-solid saxophone solos.”
Holly Harris, Winnipeg Free Press
“Findlay (sic) is a truly classic player, able to take the conventions of jazz and create a fresh sound.” Cindy Filipenko, Herizons magazine,
“…you can’t miss the conviction, whether she’s tearing up a chart on tenor or alto with the Winnipeg Jazz Orchestra or blowing cool flute on a club date.”
Primary Instrument
Saxophone
Location
Winnipeg
Willing to teach
Intermediate to advanced
Credentials/Background
Private Instructor since 1978. I enjoy teaching saxophone, clarinet and flute, to all ages from children to seniors, from beginners on. My specialty is in Jazz, including improvisation and theory, however I am comfortable teaching non-jazz styles as well. B.Music (Jazz Performance - saxophone) McGill University. Graduated with High Distinction. Faculty member: University of Manitoba Jazz Camp; Manitoba Conservatory of Music & Arts Teaching Experience: Individual instruction (since 1978); group instruction (since 1985) including: public school (grades 7 - 12); university & community bands; ensembles: Long & McQuade All-star Jazz Band; MCMA Adult Jazz Combo; clinics and workshops on jazz performance and general woodwind performance; general interest classes: Jazz Appreciation Teaching schedule: varies. Some daytime slots available in addition to after-school and evening. Rates: $20 - $35 depending on lesson length
Clinic/Workshop Information
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Music
Recordings: As Leader | As Sideperson