Dr. Jane Williams

February 24, 2025


Dr. Jane Williams is an outstanding saxophone teacher and the Dunkley School of Music director. She specializes in classical and jazz saxophone lessons for all ages and experience levels. She accepts new students aged 10 and older and considers students younger than 10 after an interview.

Dr. Williams, who holds a Doctorate in Saxophone Performance and Pedagogy from the University of Iowa, is the director of the Dunkley School of Music. With 26 years of teaching experience, she has worked with students of all ages. Dr. Williams has also held positions as an adjunct professor at three institutions of higher learning, including Boise State University.

Dr. Williams has two students featured on the National Public Radio show “From the Top.” Recognized as exceptional performers, her students consistently received superior ratings at competitions and won awards within their school groups. Many of her students hold top positions and serve as section leaders. They have earned spots in the Boise City Honor Band, and since 2013, many of her students have participated in the Idaho All-State Band.

In 2017, one of her students won the Meridian Symphony Youth competition and was a featured soloist in the Young Artist Program. In 2018, another student traveled to Carnegie Hall after winning an audition for the Honors Performance Series. Additionally, her students consistently perform at the All-Northwest Honor Band.

Although her students have pursued various careers, many continue to play music in college and beyond. These students have received numerous scholarships and are accepted into prestigious saxophone studios nationwide. Across the nation, you will find former students teaching music, pursuing master’s and doctoral degrees, composing, directing, and performing.

Dunkley Music is honored to have Dr. Jane Williams as a saxophone teacher and is proud of her contributions as theĀ director of Dunkley School of Music.