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Yes. All the Sax family uses the same basic fingerings. Sax is a transposing instrument so the fingered notes are not the concert pitch of what is produced. A C# note is fingered the same on any sax but the note that comes out depends on which type of sax it is.
The soprano sax is an octave higher than a tenor.
The Alto sax is an octave higher than a baritone.
There is a difference of a major sixth between the tenor and alto saxes.
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Can you use a sax reed for a clarinet?
Well yes and no. When you finger a note on alto and tenor the notes in the relative key (Bb for tenor and Eb for alto) are fingered the same way. So a C on an alto and a C on a tenor are fingered the same way, but sound different. On tenor it's a concert Bb, when on alto it's a concert Eb. But for fingering purposes and just generally learning the instrument, yes.
How do you convert piano scales to saxophone?
The notes for scales on the piano are the exact same notes for corresponding scales on the saxophone. However, as the alto saxophone is in Eb and the tenor saxophone is in Bb, you will have to account for these differences by raising the piano notes by a minor third or lowering the piano notes by a whole step, respectively.
How do you convert tenor saxophone notes to trombone notes?
well I am pretty sure that tenor saxophone keyed in Bb so the notes are the same just diffrenent fingerings or in this case differnt slides
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 realize alto from tenor when singing?
They are different clefs. They look the same, but the tenor clef is centered one line up from the alto clef. In terms of by hearing it, that's a matter of singing enough music with a choir that you start to hear the difference.
If you already play the saxophone what is a good instrument to pick up?
The flute, because it has the exact same notes as the alto sax, but if its the tenor, then im not sure. The tenor has the same fingerings as an alto, but different notes. If you want the same fingerings, i would suggest the recorder.
How do you convert clarinet notes to saxophone notes?
if you are playing on alto or baritone play the notes up a fourth or up 2 whole steps and 1 half step if you are playing on tenor or soprano then they are the same notes
Who plays tenor saxophone?
Many saxophone players can easily switch between different types of saxophones (soprano, alto, tenor, bari, etc.) because the notes are the same for each saxophone.
Can you use a sax reed for a clarinet?
Well yes and no. When you finger a note on alto and tenor the notes in the relative key (Bb for tenor and Eb for alto) are fingered the same way. So a C on an alto and a C on a tenor are fingered the same way, but sound different. On tenor it's a concert Bb, when on alto it's a concert Eb. But for fingering purposes and just generally learning the instrument, yes.
Is the tenor horn and the tenor sax the same?
No, the tenor horn is from the trumpet/brass and the tenor sax is from the woodwind. They are also in different keys. The tenor horn is in Eb like the alto sax.
What must be done in order for a trumpet to be able to perform the same notes as a trombone?
The trumpet is an alto instrument. The trombone is a tenor or bass instrument. They operate an octave apart so you cannot perform all the same notes on the trumpet as the trombone. There is some crossover however.
How do you convert piano scales to saxophone?
The notes for scales on the piano are the exact same notes for corresponding scales on the saxophone. However, as the alto saxophone is in Eb and the tenor saxophone is in Bb, you will have to account for these differences by raising the piano notes by a minor third or lowering the piano notes by a whole step, respectively.
Do tener and alto saxaphones read same music?
Yes. Both the tenor and alto saxophones read primarily from the treble clef.
Is a tenor saxophone better than an alto saxophone?
Well, that depends on your personal opinion. I have played and own both. So, make your own decision (the bolded bullets are the biggest differences):Both the Tenor and Alto are in the middle-range of pitch, so they are both very versatile instruments.Both have a very recognizable and quite beautiful (If I do say so myself) shape and sound.The Tenor can play lower notes than the Alto, while the Alto can play higher notes than the Tenor.The Tenor is in the key of Bb, while the Alto is in the key of Eb.The Tenor is larger than the Alto, while the Alto is smaller than the Tenor.Both are relatively easy to play, but in general, larger people with larger mouths, hands, and lungs have an easier time playing the Tenor; while smaller people with smaller mouths, hands, and lungs have an easier time playing the Alto. (That's not to say that big fat men don't play Alto and tiny skinny women don't play the Tenor; it's just an observation.)The Tenor often takes more lung-power than the Alto, while the Alto often takes more mouth-power.Of the two instruments, the Tenor is more likely to play harmony and the Alto more likely to play melody, but they're pretty much equal.They have the same fingerings, but read different music.I may have missed some comparisons, but I think that covers most of it (at least the basics). It is pretty easy to switch between the two, and I have to say that I would HATE to have to choose between the two. They're great instruments.
How do you convert tenor saxophone notes to trombone notes?
well I am pretty sure that tenor saxophone keyed in Bb so the notes are the same just diffrenent fingerings or in this case differnt slides
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 realize alto from tenor when singing?
They are different clefs. They look the same, but the tenor clef is centered one line up from the alto clef. In terms of by hearing it, that's a matter of singing enough music with a choir that you start to hear the difference.
