Monthly Archives: October 2009

Could a baritone guitar be played like a bass?

Posted on October 12, 2009 by admin

I’m an average bass player but wanted to do something different in a new band. Could I play a baritone guitar as a bass, just using strings and not cords? Do people do that? Would it be simplier than a … Continue reading →

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WHATS THE FINGER NOTES TO A SAXOPHONE?

Posted on October 10, 2009 by admin

i need to practice my saxophone and i dont have my book and i need the fingerings This is probably the best set of on-line fingering charts for saxes: http://www.wfg.woodwind.org/sax/index.html Enjoy. Musician, composer, sax player and teacher.

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Does the Baritone play melodies?

Posted on October 10, 2009 by admin

I do not know if I should switch from trumpet to baritone. I am used to playing the melodies. Does the baritone get chances to play melodies, or just bass notes like whole notes? Explain. YES!!!! There are many works … Continue reading →

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does anyone know a good website besides Ebay to buy a tenor saxophone?

Posted on October 10, 2009 by admin

I have been playing through my school now for about a year and I would like to purchase my own, thanks! You can just go on Craigslist and look for one for sale. I would actually trust that more than … Continue reading →

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does anyone know a good website besides Ebay to buy a tenor saxophone?

Posted on October 10, 2009 by admin

I have been playing through my school now for about a year and I would like to purchase my own, thanks! You can just go on Craigslist and look for one for sale. I would actually trust that more than … Continue reading →

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I am a freshman and i play tenor sax, im trying to play trumpet but i dont know how to buzz ?

Posted on October 6, 2009 by admin

when i try it doesnt even sound like a note. Is there some technique or something i can do to practice and eventually be able to make a nice sound on my trumpet. (p.s. i still play and will keep … Continue reading →

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What is the weight of a quad tenor drum for marching band?

Posted on October 6, 2009 by admin

I weigh 116 and im 5’8" and i play tenor quads in marching band. the drum only has 4 drums Also, what muscles will the drum build for me? good choice with the durms! i played quints for a few … Continue reading →

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Weird question..but im wondering if girls ever play Baritone Ukuleles?

Posted on October 6, 2009 by admin

I’ve never seen a girl playing a Baritone size uke.. usually they play soprano or concert size ukes? i’ve never seen one playing a tenor either Plenty of girls play the baritone. Including a few famous ones. Sara Bareilles: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XOQ_CUUvB74 … Continue reading →

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Has anyone heard of a "Buffet Crampon" brand of Baritone Saxophone?

Posted on October 6, 2009 by admin

I’m looking to buy a Baritone Saxophone and came across one that I really like the looks of, except I’ve never heard of the brand name; Buffet Crampon. The sax is almost $4000 so its not cheap, but I want … Continue reading →

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How can I play a double B flat on a tenor trombone?

Posted on October 4, 2009 by admin

I don’t know if I’m wording the question right, but it’s a B with two flats to the left. I’m playing in the pit orchestra, and seeing as how there’s only one trombone on the 2nd part, it’s kind of … Continue reading →

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Is there mold in my tenor saxophone, and how can I get rid of the mold?

Posted on October 4, 2009 by admin

There’s these hair-like things in the bottom of my sax. I’m pretty sure it’s mold. Anyways,, how can I get rid of the mold? Hello there, I am not sure if the inside of your saxophone has mold, but if … Continue reading →

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What is the usual amount for a rubber baritone saxophone mouthpiece?

Posted on October 4, 2009 by admin

I had a rubber black imperial woodwind mouthpiece, but i dropped it and it cracked at the top. My parents are hoping to find a black rubber one just the same for a cheap price. Does anyone know how much … Continue reading →

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Saxophone players: I’ve noticed that many tenor sax players also play flute. Is the fingering the same? (read)

Posted on October 2, 2009 by admin

Many also play baritone and soprano sax as well but I have rarely noticed this with alto players. (Maybe it’s not as popular?) I guess what I’m asking is if one learns to play the saxophone, would he/she be able … Continue reading →

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What keys do sax players generally enjoy playing in?

Posted on October 2, 2009 by admin

I’ve recently got together with a friend and excellent saxophonist to do a few gigs. The trouble is I’ve been left to write a few things for him to play along to but there is one problem, I have a … Continue reading →

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how do you play a two octave scale on the Alto saxophone?

Posted on October 2, 2009 by admin

can anyone give me the notes for a two octave scale? there’s a lot of scales that you can play 2 octaves…for instance, C major. C, D, E, F, G, A, B, C, D, E, F, G, A, B, C. … Continue reading →

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