Teaching

Saxton Rose is the Artist/Professor of Bassoon at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts. The bassoon studio at UNCSA has a long, rich history. Its alumni occupy positions throughout the United States as performers, educators, studio players, arts administrators, and more. Located in the beautiful Piedmont Triad region of North Carolina, the conservatory atmosphere of UNCSA allows for a program of study that is intensive yet intimate, tailored for the goals of each individual, and perfect for the aspiring performer.

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The University of North Carolina School of the Arts - School of Music

The UNCSA School of Music is a unique state-of-the-art conservatory offering intensive training and career development in music performance and composition since 1965. Why is UNCSA different?

• With selective admissions, a robust scholarship program, and 7-to-1 student-to-teacher ratio, we function like a private conservatory, yet are affiliated with the highly respected University of North Carolina system.
• We offer a world-class artist faculty and an ample array of distinguished visiting artists to inspire and guide our students.
• Magnificent facilities, including Watson Chamber Music Hall with state-of-the-art acoustics, are learning laboratories for students.
• We offer superb training and a well-rounded education in Post-Master's Studies, Graduate Studies, Undergraduate Studies and High School Studies programs.
• Our campus is vibrant with other arts: dance, design and production, drama, filmmaking, and visual arts.