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When you say Eb (E-flat) minor, you're talking about a chord, which in this case is Eb, Gb, Bb and Eb. When you say Eb major, you're talking about a chord with the notes Eb, G, Bb and Eb. You are probably referring to the pitch of the instrument, which is (at least was in my day, Jazz competition 1963 in Texas, age 13), Bb. Call your local music store and they'll be more than happy to inform you.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 13y agoYes, all alto saxophones are pitched in E-flat.
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What concert pitch is the alto sax?
The KEY of the alto sax and baritone sax is in Eb. The Tenor is in Bb
Why is the d note on alto sax doesn't sound like a d note?
The alto saxophone is in the key of Eb which means that all the notes are a minor 3rd (3 semitones) below concert pitch. A D on the Alto Sax sounds like a real F.
How do you know which key your alto sax is in?
The Alto Saxophone is in Eb When you play an F# on the Alto Sax it will sound as an A on the Piano. Response to previous answer: No, most are Eb. There are different companies that make a Bb (not a tenor or soprano) If you play a written C on the sax, it will sound as an Eb on a piano A tuner would be helpful to find out what concert pitch you have. Play a C on an alto into the tuner. The pitch that shows up on the screen of the tuner is the pitch of your instrument i believe
What is the relative of c major to a minor?
The relative major to c minor is Eb major.
What is the difference between a soprano and alto flute?
a soprano is straight like clarinet and usaully gold colored and the alto is curved on the bottom it makes a 180 degree turn outward. and a soprano sax is smaller and often straight instead of curved. it is pitched at B flat as opposed to E flat. alto sax is the most common saxophone. musicmoo :) Soprano sax is sometimes semicurved and sometimes straight. It has the same pitch as a tenor sax whereas an Eb alto sax is the same pitch as a baritone sax. hope this helps, Saxesofevil and walt899
What concert pitch is the alto sax?
The KEY of the alto sax and baritone sax is in Eb. The Tenor is in Bb
How do you play eb on alto sax?
same as f#
Why is the d note on alto sax doesn't sound like a d note?
The alto saxophone is in the key of Eb which means that all the notes are a minor 3rd (3 semitones) below concert pitch. A D on the Alto Sax sounds like a real F.
What key is the selmer saxophone AS711 in?
The key of the sax varies from the type of sax. I know for sure the alto is in Eb.
How do you know which key your alto sax is in?
The Alto Saxophone is in Eb When you play an F# on the Alto Sax it will sound as an A on the Piano. Response to previous answer: No, most are Eb. There are different companies that make a Bb (not a tenor or soprano) If you play a written C on the sax, it will sound as an Eb on a piano A tuner would be helpful to find out what concert pitch you have. Play a C on an alto into the tuner. The pitch that shows up on the screen of the tuner is the pitch of your instrument i believe
What is the relative of c major to a minor?
The relative major to c minor is Eb major.
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 is the difference between a soprano and alto flute?
a soprano is straight like clarinet and usaully gold colored and the alto is curved on the bottom it makes a 180 degree turn outward. and a soprano sax is smaller and often straight instead of curved. it is pitched at B flat as opposed to E flat. alto sax is the most common saxophone. musicmoo :) Soprano sax is sometimes semicurved and sometimes straight. It has the same pitch as a tenor sax whereas an Eb alto sax is the same pitch as a baritone sax. hope this helps, Saxesofevil and walt899
What are facts about the alto saxophone?
Alto Saxophones are in the key of E flat. The Saxophone was invented by Adolph Sax. There are 15 types of saxophones: Bb Sopranissimo, Eb Soprano, Bb Soprano, Eb Alto, Bb Tenor, Eb Baritone, Bb Bass, Eb Contrabass, F Sopranino, C Soprano, F Alto, C Tenor, F Baritone, C Bass, and F Contrabass.
Are the notes played differently on the tenor and alto sax?
Yes. The Alto is an Eb instrument where the Tenor is a Bb instrument. The Alto plays one octave above Baritone and the Tenor one octave above Bass.
What is more popular a Bb soprano saxophone or an Eb soprano saxophone?
Eb is better known as a sopranino. Bb Soprano sax is more popular, but alto (Eb) is more popular than either soprano or sopranino.
What is a key signature with Ab and Eb in it?
Eb major/C minorAb major/F minorDb major/Bb minorGb major/Eb minor
