Durability - Though you may save on the price of your alto saxophone if you're willing to compromise on the quality of the material, you might end up with an alto sax that will not stand up to the test of time if you play it frequently or travel from gig to gig with it. Scott Et...
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The Jean Paul AS-400 is a mid-level alto saxophone for the serious student. The saxophone does cost more than a budget sax, so the user should be serious about sticking with learning this instrument, so that there is not a waste of time and money. This Jean Paul AS-400 alto saxophone...
this Philly saxophonist started his career in the 40s and switched from alto to tenor sax to try and avoid comparisons with fellow bebopper Charlie Parker (Heath was dubbed Little Bird for a time). Heath has played with all the jazz greats (from Miles Davis and Milt Jackson ...
Roomful is so tight and so right." The Down Beat International Critics Poll has twice selected Roomful of Blues as Best Blues Band. Roomful of Blues is currently an eight-piece unit led by guitarist Chris Vachon and featuring long-time tenor and alto sax player Rich Lataille. In 2010, ...
Glarry Student E Flat Alto SAX Saxophone Gold Black By H***o Aug 27, 2024 I received this saxophone on time, and it matches the description perfectly. The sound is great, and it feels sturdy. My son is super happy and has a lot of fun playing it. This is definitely a worthwhile ...
Why do some people take an instant aversion to bass players? It saves time in the long run. What’s the difference between a drummer and a savings bond? Eventually, the savings bond will mature and earn money. How manyalto saxplayers does it take to change a light bulb? Five. One to...
The greatest clarinet players ever. Vote up the all time best clarinetists. The clarinet is a member of the woodwind family and is extremely popular in symphonic movements, jazz, and swing. It has only increased in popularity and is a common instrument to find in any or...
and so are the leather pads with metal resonators. One of the biggest factors to consider when buying for young children is the placement of the keys. While this sax has a great placement for beginners, it might be tougher on intermediate players or advanced players. It isn’t a typical ...
Fiction. So, we are supposed to believe that there is something about the soprano sax that requires a tighter, firmer embouchure than an alto, tenor or baritone sax? I hear this nonsense quite often from players that believe it. Of …Read More...