Baritone Sax
Tips in Playing the Saxophone
The saxophone was invented by Adolphe Sax to get the produce the best of woodwind and brass instruments. It is an ideal instrument for both adults and children to learn to play. However, children have an easier time of learning to play a musical instrument, primarily because they have more time to dedicate to the process.
The Type of Sax
The first thing you need to do once you have decided to take Singapore saxophone lessons is to choose the type of saxophone you want. There are different types and sizes of this instrument and you hear them played in varying types of music. There are basically four types of saxophones, the baritone, the alto, the tenor and the soprano. They are also sometimes classified as those that are played in a military band or in an orchestra. Although there are different types of saxophones they all have the same mechanism and fingerings, so once you learn one type you can generally play any type of saxophone.
Purchase the saxophone you can afford and get the accessories you need to play it too. But before buying, be sure to do a some research so that you will have the necessary knowledge to assess what is the right type for you. You will find the baritone, alto and tenor saxophones are obtainable in many music stores. Go to more than one store to find the right price. The more unusual saxophones are a little more difficult to find but you can probably locate one online.
Other Accessories
You will also need a mouthpiece, if the sax does not come with the instrument. These can be found at the local Singapore Saxophone store. Never go for the cheapest you can find, rather find something in the mid-priced range.
Buy a ligature if your saxophone is not equipped with one. The metal ones are fine, but the leather ones produce a better sound and last longer. Be sure to buy one the right size for your sax.
You will also need a reed which comes in several strengths and is rated between 1 and 5 with 1 being the softest, and 5 being the hardest. Since, you are a beginner get one somewhere in the middle. Later you will experiment and find the one that produces the right tone for you.
The neck strap is an essential accessory in playing the saxophone. Every sax no matter what the size needs a neck strap which allows you to support the instrument and free your fingers. They are made from different materials, get the one that is most comfortable for your neck.
Get a swab, made of cotton or silk. This is pulled through the instrument to get rid of any leftover moisture from playing. They come in different sizes and lengths and the size you need, will depend on the type of sax you are playing.
A fingering chart is another thing that you will need. This will tell you where to put your fingers to produce a particular note. You can find many from the internet, or your sax may have come with a method book.
You will also need a method book. This is needed so you can refer to it and emphasize what you are learning in Singapore Saxophone class, and you can use it to practice with. These have short passages of music that become more complicated as you progress in your learning method.
Pepper Adams, Baritone Sax, “Once Around”, Thad Jones & Mel Lewis, Jazz Festival, Montreux 1974
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