Performer...after hearing Wayne sing during the morning service prior to the concert, our congregation turned out a full house to enjoy his music. They were not disappointed. It was without a doubt the finest evening of music ever presented in our church.
~ Dwight Simpson, Pastor, First Baptist Church of Mira Mesa, CA His rapport with the audience, his moving testimony and the thrill of hearing his wonderful singing total won over my church congregation. ~ Sam Sanders, Producer/Manager, Greg Buchanan Ministries, CA Mr. Saxon sings with physical, emotional and spiritual power. ~ Dr. Peter Paul Fuchs, Assistant Conductor, Metropolitan Opera I have accompanied Wayne since we attended the LSU School of Music together many years ago; a great talent and fun to work with. ~ Chris Nance, Conductor, Houston Symphony Orchestra An exciting Bass-baritone now on the national opera scene. ~ Arthur Cosenza, Gen. Manager, New Orleans Opera Association A young American singer who is already achieving a grasp of the German language and the singing of German lieder. ~ Dr. Herman Reutter, Director, Stuttgart Conservatory of Music, Stuttgart, Germany Mr. Saxon possesses vocal ability, musicianship and stage presence. ~ Boris Goldovsky, Internationally known opera authority, author, stage director and conductor, Moscow, Russia Private StudyWorking with Wayne is a completely different experience than any other teaching style, and absolutely more effective. Not only will your singing be transformed, but so will your life. All you have to do is trust.
~ Cyndi Carter, Albuquerque, NM Wayne speaks truth. Whether he is talking about singing, conducting, sports, grocery shopping or life...he only speaks truth. He also speaks truth in regard to people. There is not a single false bone in his body, and he knows people through and through because of it. ~ Renee Paden, Admin. Asst. to the Clergy, St. Mark's on the Mesa Episcopal Church, Albuquerque, NM Wayne Saxon is not the average voice teacher. He is firmly grounded in the principles of good vocal production. Through patience, persistence and good humor, he has brought to life my natural voice. I am learning how to sing with greater ease than I ever thought possible. And, as he has taught me how to sing, he has also taught me about life and how to meet it head-on, with enthusiasm and enjoyment. ~ Susan Landers, Pianist and Accompanist, Albuquerque, NM |
Conductor...if you want world-class training, encouragement, standards and results, then working with Wayne is your ticket to greatness. He is a strong taskmaster who will combine your efforts with his knowledge to produce results you've never heard before. The self-satisfaction the first time you really experience your voice is an incredible feeling - one that is not forgotten.
~ Reese Gateley, CPA, Albuquerque, NM The pursuit of excellence is much higher than in other non-professional choirs that I have been part of. There is excitement and energy and focus I have not before experienced. Saxon, in one positive word, is “driven”. ~ Lyn Hilgenberg, Youth Choir Director, Albuquerque, NM Singing for Wayne has been a tremendous experience! I have grown personally as well as musically with Celebration! He knows how to bring out my best even when he’s not working individually with me. I’m learning more about myself through singing. ~ Dan O’Bryan, Albuquerque, NM Wayne Saxon’s conducting is done with passion, patience, zeal and love. In the realm of music what he does and says is from the heart, no holding back. His enthusiasm is contagious indeed. ~ Lydia Hoppman, Albuquerque, NM The 60 voice chorale under the direction of Wayne Saxon not only sang with technical precision, but they had "heart". Jubilation sang with feeling and moved our congregation as no guest choir ever has. ~ Dwight Simpson, Pastor, First Baptist Church of Mira Mesa, CA An inspiration to anyone who is drawn to music. There is no end to the excitement of getting to know yourself and your potential through the experience of vocal training, workshops, and choral rehearsals and performances with Wayne. ~ Judy Frei, Albuquerque, NM He has excelled as a choral conductor, teacher and singer. To sum up my remarks, Mr. Wayne Saxon gives much and expects much. ~ Dr. Eddie Smith, Dean Copiah-Lincoln College of Wesson, MI He is also dedicated to sharing his vast knowledge and experience with church musicians who use their talents for God. Just as you are dedicated to your musical ministry, so is Wayne Saxon. I recommend him to you if you are interested in the growth and development of your group. ~ Gene Regard, Director, Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcala Choir, San Diego, CA WorkshopsOur choir members were so excited about what they learned during this one workshop that they wanted to invite Wayne back. Within 2 weeks, I had scheduled the next workshop.
~ Mary Jane Simpson, Director, First Baptist Church of Mira Mesa, CA Wayne Saxon has educated and coached our singers for improved vocal technique and production. It is directly due to his efforts and the singer’s individual improvement that have allowed the Phoenicians to be so successful and in our own opinion, we have never sung better. ~ Gary Steinkamp, Assoc. Director, The Phoenicians, International Barbershop Chorus Champions I have experienced the teaching and direction of Wayne Saxon in workshops and private study and in Celebration Chorale. He has been extremely helpful and inspirational to me musically, vocally, personally and in my work as a choir director. ~ Paula Buttram, Choir Master & Organist, St. Mark’s on the Mesa Episcopal Church, Albuquerque, NM |