So, what part of your tenor saxophone affects your instrument’s tone? The right answer is every part. And, of course, it depends a lot on the person playing the sax too. But in this guide, we’re talking tenor saxophone ligatures. The ligature can affect your instrument’s performance, tone, as well as its overall “tightness” (how…
Looking to pick up an alto saxophone reed? With so many choices on the market, how do you even choose? And does the quality of the reed make that much of a difference? What strength of reed do I need, what cut, and how many? In this guide, we answer all these questions and more….
Looking for a tenor sax? Then you’re in the right place at the right time. In this guide, we look at numerous tenor saxophones for beginners, intermediates, and professionals. We’ve even organized them into their respective categories. Let’s get into it! Best Tenor Saxophones For Beginners If you’re looking for a beginner instrument, there’s one…
The toughest part about being a beginner or student saxophonist is choosing an instrument to start on. If you want to get good at the saxophone, it’s practically a given that you will need to buy your own. But there are an overwhelming number of options to choose from. In this guide, we’ve handpicked the…
A tenor saxophone case is a great way to protect your horn while it’s not in use, and for transport from one location to another. There are many options to consider at different prices points and with varying functionality. But in this guide, we’ve broken it all down for you, so it’s easy to find…
If you plan to carry your instrument from lesson studio to home, gig to studio, or even from one city to another, you need a case. So, as an alto sax player, you need a case too. The good news? There are a ton of options to choose from. The bad news? It’s hard to…
Mouthpieces are a huge part of your tenor sax tone. A beginning player will be frustrated by the screeches and scratches that a cheap mouthpiece will produce. The combination of cheap mouthpieces and a beginner’s technique will inevitably produce a poor sound. Getting a good saxophone mouthpiece will help you achieve the sounds you hear…
While the saxophone reed is just a small part of the saxophone, it has huge effect on the sound. Every player knows that when you have a reed that feels just right your tone and playing get better. Choosing the right reed for your saxophone, skill level, and playing style is essential. Players will go…
You might be looking for a saxophone for your youngster who’s joining band class. Or, you might be a complete beginner starting to play later in life, maybe just for fun. Whatever the case, tracking down the right instrument for the task and wading through the options can be a bit of a chore. Not…