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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 is the most used key on saxophone?
Different people like different saxophones. It depends what style and who you are. Tenor produces a jazzier sound, but you often sacrifice having the melody for a counter-melody, or sometimes even just tones in the background. Alto is generally a good choice for concert band. for marching band, the baritone or Contra-bass saxophone is a good choice, to enhance the band's sound.
As for brands...
For alto: stay away from yamaha. Julius Keilwerth st 90 series 4 is a good model, and my personal choice.
Tenor and Baritone : Selmer.
I do not play contra-bass, and therefore, cannot give you a good brand.
Does a mouthpiece affect your sound on tenor saxophone?
Another mouthpiece material is "hard rubber" and are commonly mistaken as "Plastic", since they are black and not made of "metal". Plastic mouthpieces are much lower in price, and break easily if accidentally dropped. Hard Rubber mouthpieces are more expensive and don't break as easily as plastic. Even though plastic mouthpieces are inexpensive some great players have used them such as Charlie Parker, who played on a white Runyon model 22, and also a white plastic Brilhart Tonalin.
The advantage of the metal mouthpiece is that it doesn't easily break, and the "face" of the mouthpiece (where the reed lays) isn't easily warped - something that can happen if you clean a Hard Rubber mouthpiece with hot water (only use luke warm water). Plastic mouthpieces will change their molecular make up if they are cleaned with acetone and sometimes are even sensitive to alcohol and consequently break easily.
Some people believe that "If the chamber's of any type material mouthpiece were the same, the listener would not be able to tell the difference between the 3 materials". This assumption has been proven wrong. There are some who can not only hear the difference but have won radio contests by being able to decipher the difference. This ability is not common, but has been proven to exist. Metal, Hard Rubber and Plastic mouthpieces have slight sound differences, but the biggest difference is felt by the player - who would feel the different vibrational characteristics. "
There are a lot of opinions on "makes" like "Selmer" or "Keilworth"and how they play with different mouthpieces. The recognizable sound of a saxophonist comes from their vocal chords. No matter how many different mouthpieces you use - the player is still identifiable, by their "sound". There was once a radio contest where the caller in was able to identify Zoot Simms impersonating Stan Getz. Zoot did a great job sounding like Stan, but the listener that new his "voice" was still able to tell over a radio speaker that it wasn't him (all the other calls guessed "Stan Getz"). Again, this ability is rare and for most people the difference is mostly felt by the player, so the real test is to record yourself and then listen to the differences. Some "makes" simply sound too "bright" with a metal mouthpiece, because the player's vocal chords already lean toward that type of sound. It's common for the band teacher to recommend for a student to get a new mouthpiece, when the problem is that the saxophone needs repair. Most players make the mistake of not finding a good repair tech, and then try to "fix" their sound by replacing the mouthpiece. Always make sure your instrument is in good playing condition before testing and or purchasing mouthpieces.
Important muscle to a saxophone player?
Buccinator, action: compresses cheeks (as in whistling); holds food between teeth during chewing.n(Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology Laboratory Manual, Elaine N. Marieb pg. 132 table 12.1)
What are the notes to go tell aunt Rhody sax?
I found it in an online Recorder tutorial at http://www.traditionalmusic.co.uk/playing-recorders/playing-recorder%20-%200128.htm
What family does the saxophone come from?
Saxophones are from the Woodwind family because they are played from a reed, even though they are made out of brass.
Who are Famous clarinetists still alive?
Sabine Meyer of Germany, Stanley Drucker of NY, Richard Stoltzman of (Nebraska) teaches at New England Conservatory in Boston, Ricardo Morales of Puerto Rico but he plays with the Philadelphia Orchestra
Which section in the orchestra is the saxophone?
The saxophone is not part of the standard orchestra. However any composer or arranger might add one if he or she wishes. The British composer Ralph vaughan Williams used one or more on several occaisions.
Are tenor saxophones in the same key as clarinet?
Yes, essentially. There can be slight variations.
All saxophones have the same fingering system.
For example, the baritone saxophone might have a low 'A' key.
And a 'high F#' is something that is added to some saxophones too.
How do you play McDonald's theme on saxophone?
well i cant write music notes but here it is in letters CDEC CDEC EFG EFG GAGFEC GAGFEC CGC CGC JUST and repeat it
Why was the saxophone invented?
The saxophone was invented by a man named Adolphe Sax whose father also made instruments.
He wanted to have the crisp sound of a brass instrument (trumpet, trombone, tuba) and also wanted to have the mellow sound of a wood wind instrument (clarinet, oboe, bassoon)
Sax also wanted all of the saxophones (soprano, alto, tenor, baritone etc.) to have the same fingerings.
The saxophone was adopted by French military bands early on since the saxophone has more power than other woodwinds.
A number of changes have been made to the saxophone.
Most saxophonists believe that the Selmer Mark VI was the best saxophone manufactured.
Modern saxophones are continually being designed with the help of saxophone players.
Selmer, Keilwerth, Yamaha, and Yanagisawa are the top four saxophone companies.
What was the purpose of the alto saxophone?
Originally, the soprano was one of seven instruments in the saxophone family patented by Adolphe Sax in 1846. At that time the soprano might have taken the lead voice in a saxophone choir or served as the top woodwind voice in a military band. It has come to be used primarily as a solo instrument in jazz or popular music combos.
Because the soprano sax can sound shrill and is very difficult to play in tune, some people might say there is no good reason for Adolphe to have invented it.
Where can one purchase a toy saxophone?
only a few companies make REAL contrabass saxophones like orsi or eppelsheim they are made to order and usually made in itally so they are extremely expensive 20 to30 thousand dollars they are extremely rare and they are almost never on the market. you d have better luck obtaining the base sax. good luck to you!
What type of saxophone does Lisa play?
Lisa Simpson is the most prominent character that plays the saxophone. Also featured in several episodes has been Bleeding Gums Murphy. He has been Lisa's mentor regarding the saxophone,and the blues, a few times.
How is music produced in the soprano saxophone?
The way that the saxophone makes a noise is when the player puts their mouth on the mouthpiece, and the reed vibrates, sending waves of air through the saxophone, making a sound. The different pitches of the saxophone, or the different notes are determined when the saxophone player presses down fingering, therefor making the instrument shorter or longer.
Why does your saxophone don't sound jazzy?
It is called a sticky key. Look at the buttons. Do you see that most of them are not clamped down. When you find the one that is clamped down pull it up. Pull up all the ones that are clamped down just in case you get the wrong one
How many sizes are there in a saxophone?
From highest to lowest pitch: Soprano, Alto, Tenor, and Baritone.
The Soprano and Tenor are keyed in Bb
The Alto and Baritone instruments are keyed in Eb.
The baritone saxophone requires more lung capacity and is probably too large for a younger student.
The soprano saxophone is the most difficult of these four to play in tune.
Therefore most students of the saxophone begin on Alto or Tenor try others after they have some proficiency.
How do you play E note on the saxophone?
To play an F put down all the fingers of the left hand (top of the saxophone) and the first finger on the right hand.
To have the note higher add the speaker key (with the left thumb)
The very top F on the saxophone, the left hand palm keys all held down, plus the top E key on the right hand side.
How do you play halo on saxophone?
You get the music and practice, then play and look if turns out well!
How old is your H A Selmer tenor sax if the serial number is 27288?
Type your answer here... maybe like 4 million years ago i don't know so I have to answer this question homie
How much do alto saxophone lessons cost?
Lesson costs vary widely by location, and also by the starting level of the student and of the teacher. Lessons for a school student or amateur, from a music teacher or a mid-level pro who does both gig-playing performances and giving lessons, in the Washington, D.C. area run from $50 and up for one lesson that lasts about 45-50 minutes. But lessons from a high-level professional, for an advanced college student or a professional looking to improve his or her quality, could easily run you $200 a lesson.
It should be noted that the professional who gives a child/student a lesson, who is, say, a high school band director or a player in one of the military bands, is usually himself or herself taking lessons on occasion from someone who has been playing for even longer, or from someone who knows more about the manufacture of the instruments and about repairing them.
Many music stores and individual teachers offer discounts for students who sign up for multiple lessons on a recurring basis, and for those who offer payment for multiple lessons in advance.
What tempo does the saxophone have?
This question makes no sense. Tempo is unrelated to the instrument. It is usually indicated on the written music or is at the discretion of the performer.
