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What instrument family does saxophone go?
The most popular members of the saxophone family are the soprano, alto, tenor and baritone saxophone. The soprano is based in the key of B-flat, the alto E-flat, the tenor B-flat and the baritone E-flat. There have been other variations of the saxophone as well, including the sopranino (e-flat), bass (b-flat) contra bass (e-flat) and c melody saxophone.
What brand saxophone does Eric Darius play?
Eris Darius is a smooth jazz artist who started playing as a young man. Eric Darius's two main instruments are Alto Saxophone and Tenor Saxophone. He has been seen playing a variety of different saxophone brands.
Has the alto saxophone looked the same?
In general, yes, the alto sax has looked the same for a very long time. There have been several notable improvements. One is the addition of the low Bb. This partly changed the configuration of the left hand pinkie keys. If you look carefully you can find another key. The high F# key hasn't been around too long but is gaining popularity.
What is the best alto saxophone?
It depends on what type of sound you're going for. Yamaha saxophones have a darker tone then the Selmer because of the lacquer. Yamahas are generally cheaper then Selmers but Selmers have been the choice of saxophonists like Charlie "Bird" Parker and John Coltrane. go to a music store and ask to try them all. everyone has their opinions. SOURCE: 10 years of playing the Alto Saxophone
Picture of the first trumpet?
That would be an impossible request... the trumpet has been around much longer than the ability to photograph them.
Has the saxophone been modified?
The saxophone has been modified over the years but not hugely. the f# key has been added to the saxophone for it to be played a semitone higher
How long has the saxophone been in existence?
The saxophone was patented in 1846.
How long has the sax been around for?
Saxophone is a wind instrument which is played with single reed mouth piece like that of a clarinet. It was invented in 1840 by Adolphe Sax. The Saxophone has been used for 173 years now.
How do you get your g and high g to work on your alto saxophone. Ive been playing for 2 years and the g stopped working a few days ago?
Check for any bent or broken keys and check your embouchure.
Why was the saxophone invented?
The saxophone was invented by a man named Adolphe Sax whose father also made instruments. He wanted to have the crisp sound of a brass instrument (trumpet, trombone, tuba) and also wanted to have the mellow sound of a wood wind instrument (clarinet, oboe, bassoon) Sax also wanted all of the saxophones (soprano, alto, tenor, baritone etc.) to have the same fingerings. The saxophone was adopted by French military bands early on since the saxophone has more power than other woodwinds. A number of changes have been made to the saxophone. Most saxophonists believe that the Selmer Mark VI was the best saxophone manufactured. Modern saxophones are continually being designed with the help of saxophone players. Selmer, Keilwerth, Yamaha, and Yanagisawa are the top four saxophone companies.
How long has the trumpet been in the orchestra?
I found that the trumpet has been in since 1500 BC
What type of saxophone does Lisa play?
Lisa Simpson is the most prominent character that plays the saxophone. Also featured in several episodes has been Bleeding Gums Murphy. He has been Lisa's mentor regarding the saxophone,and the blues, a few times.
