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So it doesn't fall off when you're holding it,and because it is too heavy to hold in your arms.

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Q: Why do you need a neck strap for a saxophone?
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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.


Do you need a neck strap for a soprano saxophone?

The soprano is much like a clarinet in which you can or cannot have one. However they are a reasonable amount heavier than the clarinet so it would be suggested.


Where can you get a custom designed neck strap for an Alto saxophone?

That's a tough one, but I found some custom instrument straps on Etsy. Try this one: etsy.com/listing/86885281/custom-instrument-neck-strap-1-wide-you


How many pieces make up a saxophone?

There are two main parts to an Alto Sax, the body and the neck. In addition you'll also need reeds, a ligature, mouthpiece, and neck strap to be able to play. This all totals up to 6 pieces.


What is the name of the strap muscle in the neck?

what is the name of the"strap muscle"in the neck? sternocleidomastoid


Is there a place to buy customized where you can put your own picture on a alto saxophone neck strap?

you can go on line and look for customized saxophone and look if there's a website where you can go and check of any saxophone strap makers, if not working wait some time and try again in the future, or just print out a picture of yourself and sew or iron it on it will make it easier if you go to any craft store buy some super glue and stick a picture of your face on!


What is a strap on a horse.?

It depends what sort of strap you mean because if it's a strap that goes round the horses neck to help unable or nervous riders then that is a neck strap. If it is something else then I am sorry I can't help you, Hope this helps Jade


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 do you need to play a alto saxophone?

As a saxophone player myself, I can tell you that you don't need much to play the instrument. I suggest:A neck strapReeds (Around #2 reeds if you are a beginner)An saxophone (obviously)A mouthpieceA saxophone cleaner (basically a wipe on a string)That's about it. Of course music would come in handy, but if you're just practicing getting the notes out then there's no need yet. Good luck!


What are the alto saxophone part names?

the neck,ligature,and bell,


What is the material used to make a canon neck strap?

Some of the Canon neck straps are extremely heavy and become uncomfortable after after a period of time. Cotton and some canvas are used to make the Canon neck strap.


Strap-like muscle that runs through neck?

sternocleidomastoid