Studios
Music students at StFX benefit from personalized instruction in our 7 studios (Bass, Brass, Drums, Guitar, Piano, Saxophone/Woodwind, Voice). Working with accomplished faculty, you’ll develop excellent instrumental or vocal technique while building improvisation and composition skills.
![Photo of a double bass](/sites/default/files/styles/16_9_scale_and_crop_medium/public/images/Music-Bass1716.jpg?h=2992ba0a&itok=Ak92lyG3)
Bass
In the bass studio at StFX, a priority is placed on developing a consistent time feel and conception of groove, sound production, and bassline construction concepts & strategies.
![Photo of a trumpet](/sites/default/files/styles/16_9_scale_and_crop_medium/public/images/Music-Trumpet1638.jpg?h=63bf57a8&itok=7UZeB_Yh)
Brass
During your brass studies at StFX we’ll work on command of the instrument, technique, sound production, repertoire and reading ability.
![Photo of a drum set](/sites/default/files/styles/16_9_scale_and_crop_medium/public/images/Music-Drums1736.jpg?h=2992ba0a&itok=VZ08lnMV)
Drums
StFX drum students receive personalized instruction on technique, improvisation, reading, listening and repertoire building.
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Guitar
Our guitar studies focus on dexterity, fretboard knowledge, repertoire, vocabulary, and music reading skills.
Piano
At StFX, learning piano is a holistic journey towards developing your musicianship and artistry.
![Photo of a Saxophone](/sites/default/files/styles/16_9_scale_and_crop_medium/public/images/Music-Sax1655.jpg?h=63bf57a8&itok=gYTbN8kG)
Saxophone/Woodwinds
Our saxophone/woodwinds studio takes a deep dive into the topics of sound production, time, technique, repertoire, reading, and the ability to improvise fluently.
![Photo of a microphone](/sites/default/files/styles/16_9_scale_and_crop_medium/public/images/Music-Mic1703.jpg?h=2acc7b87&itok=7gt4FY8W)
Voice
StFX vocal students receive personalized instruction on technique, improvisation, reading, listening and repertoire building.