What is the most expensive saxophone?
What is the most expensive saxophone?
ordinary Grafton alto
Which saxophone is the hardest?
soprano
Who is famous for playing the saxophone?
John Coltrane
Who’s the most famous saxophone player?
The following saxophone players are most frequently listed as being among the best:
- Charlie Parker is often cited as the greatest saxophone player in history.
- John Coltrane established himself as his generation’s greatest virtuoso of the tenor sax through his work with Miles Davis and Thelonious Monk.
Who is the greatest saxophonist of all time?
Charlie Parker
Can I teach myself to play saxophone?
You CAN teach yourself saxophone, yes, but without some kind of help it will be difficult and time consuming. But, if you suddenly want to play your saxophone right now and learn something new, simply log in and pick a lesson ! There is no right or wrong with learning how to play the saxophone.
What type of saxophone is best for jazz?
tenor saxophone
Why is my saxophone so sharp?
If your tuner says you are playing sharp, or too high, then move your mouthpiece out slightly on the neck cork. If your tuner shows your sound to be a little low or flat, then you will need to push your mouthpiece further in on the neck cork.
Can a saxophone go out of tune?
Due to the way saxophones work, a problem at the bell end of the instrument is only going to affect one or two notes, while one at the mouthpiece end is going to affect all of them. A problem near the middle G key is going to affect the lower notes, but the ones above (until you reach the octave key) should be fine.
How can I improve my saxophone tone?
On Saxophone Tone:
- Bottom lip position is important. Think the word “Victory”, or the letter “F” to see how much (or little) bottom lip is placed over the bottom teeth.
- “Hot air plays the Saxophone; Cool air plays the Flute.”
- Keep your throat open – same way as when you burp – and push the warm air through.
What pitch does an alto sax mouthpiece make?
Mouthpiece Exercise For the soprano saxophone, a concert C#6 (two octaves above middle C) should naturally come out when the mouthpiece alone is played. Similarly, the alto mouthpiece should produce a concert A5, the tenor a G5, and the baritone a D5.
Is a saxophone high or low pitch?
The tenor saxophone is the most popular choice of saxophone. It is larger than the alto saxophone and has a lower pitch (Bb). Because the tenor saxophone is a larger instrument and requires more air to be blown through it to produce a sound it difficult for beginners or younger players to play.
What note does an alto sax tune to?
Tenor saxophones are tuned to B♭, and alto saxophones are tuned to E♭, but when playing the same note on a score, the fingerings are the same.
Why does my saxophone sound fuzzy?
What’s That Spitty Sound? Every saxophonist deals with the “spitty” sound. This sound comes from excessive moisture in the mouthpiece, and when it attaches itself to the inside of the mp or reed, it can be difficult to remove. It’s a sound that you can hear, and your audience can hear as well.
Are saxophones fun?
Playing Saxophone is Sociable Once people know that you play the sax, they will want you to play for them. Being a part of a band or orchestra is also a fun social activity that teaches people about team work and determination. The saxophone also sets a great ambiance that is hip, cool, and sophisticated.