Learn music with an award-winning multi-instrumentalist & entertainer (CRiTT's Juke Joint, Bob Weir and Mickey Hart of the Grateful Dead, Sinbad the Comedian, Michael Franti, G-Love & Special Sauce, Jefferson Airplane/Starship, Dirty Dozen Brass Band), music educator (IMAGE Urban Arts Workshop, BCAT, BPS), CEO of CRiTT Presents, and co-founder of Buffalo Music Club.

Welcome to Critt's Music Life Studio! I'm all about the EXPERIENCE of music and the EXPERIENCE of performance. The better your experience, the better the audience's experience. And when the audience has a great experience, that means you've got a career—and a long career at that! Consider me more of a coach—together, we'll tweak what's there, add what isn't, and blend it with a whole lotta YOU so that you not only attain your goals on your instrument, but your goals in your music career and your life.

My Favorite Things to Teach

• Instruments: Saxophone, Vocals, Keyboard & Synth, Drum Machines
• Pursuits: Performance, Beat Production, Improvisation
• Styles: Blues, Hip-Hop/Rap, Jazz, Pop, R&B, Rock, Soul/Funk

Ages & Skill Levels

• I work best with students ages 15 and up
• Intermediate and advanced students are welcome

Availability & Rates

• Lessons are currently conducted at my studio in Amherst
• If you have an arranged time slot with me, use the calendar below to book your next lesson(s) online
• If you don't have a time slot with me, email me at crittenden@buffalomusicclub.com to discuss your needs prior to booking

Learn music with a pro saxophonist, pianist, music educator, and performer.

Putting the "fun" back in the fundamentals. One-on-one music lessons with Jon Lehning cover all fundamentals of the student's instrument and overall musicianship, including any music that the student wants to work on personally, music from school, or suggestions by Jon. Studies can also be designed to focus on whatever the student's particular interests and goals or strengths and weaknesses are—whether it's a particular styles of music you want to learn how to play, or a specific aspect of your playing that you want to improve, Jon can help you reach your goals.

My Favorite Things to Teach

• Instruments: Saxophone, Clarinet, Flute, Piano
• Pursuits: Improvisation, Music Theory, Performance
• Styles: Blues, Classical, Jazz, Pop, R&B, Soul/Funk

Ages & Skill Levels

• I work best with students ages 6 and up
• Beginner, intermediate, and advanced students are welcome

Availability & Rates

• Lessons are currently conducted virtually or at my studio in Williamsville, NY (following CDC guidelines for safety)
• Mondays–Fridays: 1:00pm–9:00pm
• 30 minutes: $35
• 60 minutes: $60

Use the calendar below to check upcoming availability and book your next lesson online. If there are no bookings available, or you need a different day or time, contact me at jrl5874@aol.com to discuss.