rose street saxo-fest
Welcome to Rose Street Saxo-Fest, where middle and high school students come together to create saxophone magic! 🎷 Join us at Almeta Crawford High School for an immersive experience, designed to mimic the excitement of a region band clinic, but with a twist – we're all about saxophone chamber music. At Saxo-Fest, you'll dive into new musical pieces alongside familiar faces and new friends, collaborating to craft a stellar program in record time.
Under the guidance of expert instructors, you'll receive personalized coaching to elevate your saxophone technique and performance skills to new heights. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned player, there's something for everyone at Saxo-Fest.🎶🎷
June 8 - 12, 2026
8Am - 12 pm
Almeta Crawford High School
801 Caldwell Ranch Blvd, Rosharon, TX 77583
Here's what you can expect:
🎵 Supportive instruction from highly qualified professional musicians 🎵
🎷 Masterclasses crafted to elevate your skills! 🎷
🎶 Saxophone quartet coaching and jaw-dropping performances 🎶
👫 Musical adventures with new friends and inspiring teachers 👫
🎉 Perform with a massive saxophone ensemble 🎉
🎧 Quality recordings of your epic performances 🎧
Daily Schedule
(subject to updates!)
7:45 a.m. Arrival and warm up
8:00 a.m. Saxophone Ensemble
9:00 a.m. Small Ensembles
10:00 a.m. Saxophone Quartet
11:00 a.m. Saxophone Ensemble
12:00 p.m. Dismissal
Join us for the 2026 Rose Street Saxo-Fest, where you'll hone your craft, make lifelong memories, and unleash your musical potential! 🌟🎷
Limited Enrollment
Limited Enrollment
Early Bird tuition is $325, and is available until March 22nd. Payments made after March 22nd will pay the full tuition of $400. After registration, you will be sent an invoice to the email in your registration form for the remainder of your tuition.
Early Bird tuition: $200 deposit + $125 follow up payment due by March 22nd
Full tuition: $200 deposit + $200 follow up payment due by May 1st
Meet your teachers
Nicholas Bissen
Owner and Operator of the Rose Street Saxophone Room, Nicholas Bissen, is an explosion of energy and motivation in the classroom. His students are active members of their band and music communities, performing in competitive recitals, placing in All-State ensembles, and winning concerto competitions. Nicholas has been on faculty for Harris County Community College and Stephen F. Austin State University, currently maintains a full teaching studio, and frequently collaborates with HISD’s High School for Performing and Visual Arts, and the American Festival for the Arts. As an active member of Houston’s vibrant performance community, he has performed with Musiqa and DACAMERA. Nicholas’s current project, “Reed The Room,” is funded by the Houston Arts Alliance, and involves commissioning a new work for reed quintet by Mark Buller and a performance at the end of June at MATCH - hope to see you there!
Jaymee Lamprecht
Inspiring and motivating saxophonist, Jaymee Lamprecht, creates a culture of excellence in her studio, with students regularly appearing in All-Region, All-State, and in the Houston Underground competition. When she’s not empowering the next generation of saxo-greats, You can find Jaymee performing regularly with Tony’s Lil Big Band across Houston. Jaymee’s teaching takes her all across Houston’s metro area, with studios in Fort Bend, Klein, Kingwood, and Tomball.
Jaymee is constantly bringing her students to new heights, and we are lucky to have her on our team!
Zachary MacDonald
Presser Scholar and concerto soloist, Zachary MacDonald is the Assistant Director of Bands at the award winning Almeta Crawford High School. Zachary grew up in Austin, Texas and graduated from Vandegrift High School in Leander ISD. He graduated from Texas State University with a degree in music studies. During his time in college, Zachary was the Principal Clarinet of the Texas State Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Dr. Jacob Harrison. Zachary won the school of music concerto competition and performed "Black Dog" by Scott McAllister at the "Concert of Soloists" with the Texas State Symphony Orchestra. Zachary was taught Clarinet by Dr. Vanguel Tangarov and performed in the Mid-Texas Symphony along with his teacher. Zachary is also a proud member of the marching arts, having served as the Drum Major of the Texas State Bobcat Marching Band and being a member of the baritone section at The Cadets Drum and Bugle Corps.
✺ Frequently asked questions ✺
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Students who have had at least one year of saxophone instruction, and are between the ages of 11 - 18.
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June 8 - 12, Monday through Thursday from 8am-12pm. The final Concert is Friday the 12th at 1:00pm. All events take place at Almeta Crawford High School in Sienna.
801 Caldwell Ranch Blvd, Rosharon, TX 77583
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Instruction will be in small groups of 2-6 players, and in a large group with everyone in attendance.
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Yes! If you are interested in playing in a quartet with someone, please indicate it in your registration form.
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You will be asked to fill out a registration form upon checkout. All details, including contact information, emergency contact, and relevant medical information can be submitted there.
Add Saxo-Fest 2026 to your cart, then fill out the registration form, then submit your deposit payment to complete registration.
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When you register, you will receive instructions to the email address you submit in your form. Recordings are due June 1st.
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We understand that summer happens! If your plans change, and you cancel before May 1st, you will receive a full refund. Cancellations after May 1st are non-refundable.