Monthly Archives: February 2010

Who played the tenor sax solo in Splanky?

Posted on February 17, 2010 by admin

Does anyone know who played the tenor solo in Splanky by the Count Basie Orchestra? I played that song in jazz band and I dug the solo, I’d want to find more of this player. Does he have any albums … Continue reading →

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Alto Saxophone Scales?

Posted on February 15, 2010 by admin

hi i play alto saxophone and im wondering if there is any scale book i can buy that has all major, minor, jazz and just really all types of scales in it? You can get any old scale exercise or … Continue reading →

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What is Gerald Albright’s current full alto saxophone body outfit in great detail?

Posted on February 13, 2010 by admin

The mouthpiece, ligature, saxophone, and the reeds he uses. I would like for the information to be as updates as possible. What type of horns do I play? from http://www.geraldalbright.com/faq.htm "I play Cannonball Musical Instruments/Signature Series. What type of mouthpiece … Continue reading →

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I was thinking of starting to learn the saxophone, should I learn Clarinet first?

Posted on February 11, 2010 by admin

I’ve heard Clarinet is easier to play than saxophone and can also lay down ground work for saxophone. Also its much cheaper to buy than a saxophone. Any thoughts on this? Vantki594 is right: They are very similar and very … Continue reading →

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Where can I buy a brand new soprano saxophone for an afordable price?

Posted on February 11, 2010 by admin

Also, what are some things i should look for when picking a good soprano sax? www.woodwindbrasswind.com

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Which tenor saxophone mouthpiece is for me?

Posted on February 11, 2010 by admin

I’m currently playing classical and pop (marching) music and am interested in upgrading my mouthpiece (4C, there’s a lot of room for improvement). I for sure plan on continuing with the marching, but I still want a mouthpiece usable for … Continue reading →

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Baritone Saxophone question?

Posted on February 11, 2010 by admin

Well, I’m not the best player in the world, but I love to play. Just this week, I learned how to play the high G above the staff. Is that the highest note possible? If not, how would I execute … Continue reading →

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What type of ukulele does Jason Mraz use in his song "I’m Yours"? Soprano, tenor, concert, or baritone?

Posted on February 6, 2010 by admin

Also: which of the 4 types of ukulele is easiest to learn and play for beginners? Baritone, tenor, concert, or soprano? X, Looks to me like he’s playing a baritone. I’ve seen him play a guitar with this song too. … Continue reading →

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Where can I find Lady Gaga sheet music for the alto saxophone?

Posted on February 6, 2010 by admin

I’m interested in getting music for my alto saxophone online for free that I can just print out and play, but stuff that is popular as well. Please help, and thanks for answering! This site has lady gaga sheet music, … Continue reading →

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Baritone Saxophone Fingering chart?

Posted on February 1, 2010 by admin

I just started playing Barri saxophone, and i’m having a difficult time finding a free fingering chart. I previously played Flute, and some of the fingerings are the same, but i’m not really sure what some of the keys are. … Continue reading →

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Are my scales correct for alto saxophone?

Posted on February 1, 2010 by admin

Mid terms in band and we need to know 9 scales. he assigns the scales C scale A, B, C#, D, E, F#, G#, A G Scale E, F#, G#, a, b, c#, D#, E D scale d, e, f#, … Continue reading →

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