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Saxophone

Saxophones, a family of single reed instruments in the woodwind family of instruments, are often found in jazz ensembles and related bands. Questions about the various type of saxophones, saxophone players, and saxophone music belong here.

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What materials is the alto sax made of?

All Saxophones are made of brass. They have a plastic, hard rubber, metal or even a glass mouthpiece. The reed is bamboo

How long does a new alto saxophone reed have to soak in water?

It shouldn't have to soak in water. As long as you suck on it and get it moist before you play, you can play on it.

What year did Antoine-Joseph invented saxophone?

He didn't. The saxophone was invented by Adolph Sax (a belgian) and patented by him in 1846

What is the American Sign Language sign for 'saxophone'?

Basically you would mime the act of playing the sax...you may preface it by spelling saxophone or just sax depending on the situation...you could also trace the shape of the sax with your hands then show what it looks like to play the instrument

Who played sax on Tan shoes and Pink shoelaces and who sang Dooley's part?

Sounds as though it could be Plas Johnson on sax,but I don't know who sang Dooley's part.

Is a saxophone a percussion instrument?

No, though it is made of brass, it is widely considered woodwind because it uses a reed mouthpiece.

Can playing the trumpet saxophone or tuba enlarge your heart?

A great deal of cardiovascular exercise enlarges the heart over time because of the great demand on the heart for blood to be pumped to the working muscles. These are usually the larger muscles of the legs. When using a musical instrument you are using the Thoracic Diaphragm and the lungs to push air through the instrument. While this may be a good exercise to develop excellent lung power, unless your heart is very taxed while your playing your instrument, it is doubtful that any significant increase in heart size would ever take place.

When was the saxophone invented?

The saxophone was created in 1841 by Adolphe Sax, although he did not patent it until March 20, 1846.

Who is adolphe sax's mom?

adolphes fathers name is charles jaseph sax

What are all the notes to the YMCA on alto saxophone?

if anyone can find them can please also find them for tenor

How can a saxophone break?

If you drop it, it can dent. If you don't clean it regularly, the keys will stick down and not work. If you carry it wrong, e.g. by the neck, it will become detatched from the body and fall of the floor. Basically, if you don't care for the sax properly it might break.

What is the definition of the saxophone?

Saxophones are a family of instruments invented by Adolphe Sax, who gave them his name. They are made of brass, like trumpets and other brass instruments, have a conical bore, like brasses and also some woodwinds, but are keyed like a woodwind and have a single reed like a clarinet. They range from high pitched soprano to low-pitched bass.

How does the saxophone make noise?

  1. The player blows air over the reed, causing it to vibrate and buzz...
  2. The reed produces a sound/vibration, which then spreads down the instrument, and resonates...
  3. The sound, amplified, comes out the bell.

What is the best brand of tenor saxophone for intermediate player?

Without question, a Selmer is the best, but Yamaha, Yanigasawa, Jupiter, and LA Sax (Yes!) have pretty decent horns for a quarter to half the price of a Selmer.

What is the saxophone used for in a France?

Jazz. While Jazz is the only completely American art form, most Americans don't even like it anymore. France (and most of Europe) however loves it, and pretty much keeps Jazz artists in business.

Where are the palm keys located on the saxophone?

There are two sets. One is located at the top left (when the bell is facing away from you) and is used to create high notes. The second is on the bottom right and is used mainly for alternate fingerings. Basically, they're both where the palms are located.

What is a mezzo-soprano saxophone?

To the best of my knowledge there is no such instrument. there are Soprano (usually a straight- tapered pipe) Alto, Tenor, and Baritone forms of the Saxophone designed by Adolph Sax who was NOT German but Belgian, residing in France. a stylized stone form of one of these instruments adorns his tomb in a Paris cemetery, possibly Pere Lachaise, which literally means- Father, The Chair! ( Top seated?) The Mezzo-Soprano Saxophone is a rare saxophone pitched in the key of F (one whole tone higher than the standard Alto). It was originally designed by Adolph Sax as the Symphony Alto in F; the Mezzo-Soprano was only produced by C.G. Conn between 1928-1930. It does resembles an Alto in appearance and shape. Only a few examples exist today, and those extant instruments usually command a high price tag.