Monthly Archives: December 2009

how can i hold my breath longer while playing the alto sax? 10 points?

i only last 3 measures since i keep losing breath while tonging olz help me! the obvious thing to do is take a deeper breath, but you could figure that out yourself. first take your index finger and put it … Continue reading

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soprano saxophone: Does anyone know how to fix high tune error when play C key?

When I play my soprano saxophone, every key sounds okay but C key. the C key sounds very high tone and I immediately know this is erratic sound. I checked everything, including closure of each pad & spring tension.., to … Continue reading

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In middle school bands is the baritone saxophone considered a low woodwind instrument?

yes

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How hard is it to switch from classical to jazz on alto saxophone?

I have played alto saxophone for six years. I have always been classically trained, and i’m very talented (not to brag). I’m doing pit orchestra for my school production of thoroughly modern millie… it’s a huge jazz part, and i’ve … Continue reading

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Will playing sax ruin my embrochure for flute and oboe?

After playing oboe and flute for years I decided i wanted a sax an got one on wednesday, i’d played tenor sax for a month before but i have just got an alto and it’s really hurting the roof (inside) … Continue reading

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What is a good model tenor saxophone to start on?

I’ve seen some used Yamaha YTS-23 mdels around as well as some Bundy II models. I wish I could drop a couple grand on something new, but I can’t. If you buy second hand, it will save your money so … Continue reading

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What is a good mouthpiece to start tenor saxophone on?

I’ve been looking online, and there are so many choices, brands. I’ve played some clarinet, but I know that’s very different in size and embouchure. I don’t know what I should use just to learn on tenor as far as … Continue reading

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Where can I find sheet music to Lines, Vines, and Trying Times by the Jonas Brothers for alto saxophone?

You know how a band plays in most of the songs? Where can I find the music to that. If not alto saxophone, any other band instrument would be great. Thanks! I kill people.

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Where can i but a cheap coloured alto saxophone?

Any ideas??? I really want one for chrisrmas, just the colour can’t be black gold or silver apart from the fingering of course. thanks. the best place to look is actually ebay. the chinese makes are fine and a lot … Continue reading

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Are scales the key to mastering the saxophone (alto)?

Lets say that I mastered my alto saxophone chromatic scales….would that make me a much better player? Please explain. It would certainly help, but being able to play a chromatic scale won’t just immediately make you Charlie Parker. Play chromatic … Continue reading

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How hard is soprano saxophone?

I *really* want to play the soprano saxophone but I don’t know if I should…I’m learning how to play guitar and I play flute. I’ve played it for about 5 years (flute) and I want to play an instrument that … Continue reading

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What kind of Alto Saxophone should I get?

Right now I play trumpet in my high school band and church sometimes. For a while I’ve wanted to play the alto saxophone but never decided to. Now I’ve started to look into it but I know nothing about them, … Continue reading

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Will it be hard for me to learn to play baritone?

i have been playing trumpet for about 5 years, and am pretty good. ive been first chair at my school for 2 years. i want to learn baritone just for fun and was wondering how hard it would be Simple … Continue reading

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Is this a good price for Yamaha silver alto saxophone?

I want to buy a yamaha silver alto saxophone but it costs about 2,474-3,474. Do you think this is good price for it ? I don’t think its a very cheap price. Do you know where I can get it … Continue reading

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How do i know what key my saxophone is in?

Its an alto sax. I downloaded a fingering chart and when i play the notes according to the chart, they are 3 notes above. For example when i try to play a C, a D# is produced. Whats the story … Continue reading

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