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Why do you have two necks for your saxophone?
A saxophone can only have one neck on at a time, unless you count the instrument part and your neck! However, it is a common practice to have two necks for different situations. These situations may include a neck that's broken or a necessity for a different type of sound. The neck is excellent to change the sound or tone of a saxophone.
What are the alto saxophone part names?
the neck,ligature,and bell,
What are the special features of an alto saxophone?
The alto saxophone has a neck, keys, and a bell. It is played through a reed, classifying it as a woodwind instrument rather than a brass instrument. It is smaller than a tenor saxophone and larger than a soprano saxophone, and the alto saxophone is the most commonly played saxophone in the world.
What brand or make of saxophone is the most popular with professional saxophonists?
The brand and make of saxophone that is the most popular with professional saxophonists is the Selmer Paris Professional Model 52JS Alto Saxophone. This saxophone features a silk plater horn and neck.
What are facts about about the saxophone?
The saxophone is made of a cheaper metal, (often brass) and then lacquered in gold to give it its appealing look. The saxophone uses a reed, which vibrates against the mouthpiece to produce vibrations which result in sound. When you depress the keys on a saxophone, it lengthens or shortens the 'pipe' in the saxophone which will determine the pitch of the saxophone. the saxophone has pads which press against the key holes to make airtight seals, and the fingerkeys are often made of Mother-of-Pearl. The reed is attached to the mouthpiece with something called a ligature, which securely holds the reed in place. There are 4 common sizes of saxophone, and in order from smallest to largest they are, Soprano, Alto, Tenor and Baritone. Saxophones often have 3 parts; the body, the neck and the mouthpiece. The mouthpiece is attached to the neck and then the neck is attached to the body. These are just some of the millions of facts about the saxophone.
How do you tune an alto saxophone from being sharp?
Pull the mouthpiece off of the neck a little bit.
How to tune a saxophone effectively?
To tune a saxophone effectively, use a tuner to match the pitch of the saxophone's notes to the correct frequencies. Adjust the mouthpiece and neck position to achieve proper tuning. Regularly check and adjust the tuning to maintain accuracy.
Is there such athing as a tenor saxophone?
Yes, there is. It is the tenor voice in the saxophone family--larger than an alto and smaller than a baritone. The easiest way to distinguish it from other saxes is it has a dip or curve in the middle of its neck.
What does an alto sax sound like if you use a tenor sax mouthpiece with it?
It sounds the same, you just need to push in the mouthpiece into the neck. Just like saying, what would happen if you played a tenor saxophone with an alto saxophone mouthpiece. I have played a tenor before with my alto sax mouthpiece. What I meant to say was to push the mouthpiece in more than you would on the alto saxophone neck. The first time I answered I didn't sign in.
How do you tune a saxophone properly?
To tune a saxophone properly, use a tuner to match the pitch of the notes to the correct frequency. Adjust the mouthpiece and neck position to achieve the desired tuning. Check the tuning regularly to maintain accuracy.
Why do you need a neck strap for a saxophone?
So it doesn't fall off when you're holding it,and because it is too heavy to hold in your arms.
What is a neck strap?
A strap around your neck.No but really, it allows movement in the fingers by taking the weight of the instrument off your hands, and putting it on your neck. It is connected to a loop found on the back of the saxophone, and is often adjustable.
