Monthly Archives: September 2009
How do you learn to play high notes on a Alto Saxophone?
I’ve been playing the Alto Sax for 3 years, and I can’t seem to get the high notes right. So hence the question above. So how do you play the high notes on an alto sax nicely? You need to … Continue reading
Confusion on best professional saxophone?
I will probably need a professional alto saxophone in the future and I want to get one that’s top of the line. What I seem to be finding as I search is that most think that the top of the … Continue reading
Alto Saxophone scale, B flat minor?
a little hellp, please? auditions tomorrow :] Alto Sax Bb (natural) minor: Bb C Db Eb F Gb Ab Bb CONCERT Bb natural Minor for alto sax (in case this is what you really needed): G A Bb C D … Continue reading
Will my jaw expand if I start playing the saxophone for band?
I’m in grade 7, and it’s time to chose what instrument you want to play for band! I was considering the saxophone because I LOVE jazz, but my mom said "No, play the bass instead because it will make you … Continue reading
which kind of soprano saxophone?
i want a soprano saxophone, but i cant decide to get the one that looks like a clarinet or the one that looks like a regular saxophone help me please!!! Oh, these have distinctly different sounds (in my opinion). You … Continue reading
How do you get good at playing alto saxophone?
I play alto sax and I’m not very good. Does anyone know a good way to get better? know how to practice, learn music history, ear-training, and theory, take lessons from a good teacher, participate in many ensembles (jazz bands, … Continue reading
How do I move my mouth to play low notes on the saxophone?
I’m playing tenor, and my lessons don’t start for a couple weeks, but he wants me to get started. I know fingerings but I can’t seem to play notes ON the staff. Which is really stupid I know, but I … Continue reading
where is the soprano saxophone in the orchestra?
It is not! (usually) Saxophones are rarely used in the orchestra, and only for certain pieces. If you see them, you will often see one alto or tenor only and rarely a soprano. If you mean where on the stage… … Continue reading
Who are some Good Tenor Saxophone players?
I play the saxophone in the school band and i was just wondrering. the Coleman Hawkins school including Herschel Evans, Buddy Tate, Illinois Jacquet, Don Byas, Bud Freeman, Don Redman, and Ben Webster the Lester Young school including Budd Johnson … Continue reading
How much do alto saxophone lessons cost on average per hour?
I am trying to find an alto sax instructor for a reasonable price. I am a student and do not have much extra spending money, so can anyone help decide what a reasonable rate is? They’re usually around 15-25 dollars … Continue reading