Woodwind Instruments

The saxophone is a woodwind instrument which has three kinds that are identified by their size and sound. Of the three, the most commonly used today is the alto saxophone. We can see this instrument in jazz music and some orchestras. Alto saxophone is a popular choice for those who want to learn a new instrument, because it generates a kind of sound unique and beautiful to the ears.

The first step taken by an aspiring student should be to get himself an alto saxophone. A high-quality saxophone ranges from $ 1000-$ 2000, not exactly cheap. You could probably buy a used saxophone, but take note that you would have to replace the mouthpiece. Many believe that the best brands of alto saxophones are the Yamaha and the Selmer, but of course, there are other brands that you can also choose from. Also, you might want to add a few necessary accessories like a neck strap, a cloth for wiping, reeds, and cork grease.

There are many methods that you can choose from to learn this instrument. The best way would be to hire a professional Singapore Saxophone instructor. He will be able to teach you the fundamentals of playing the saxophone including how to blow correctly and how to read notes. These are really important because you can’t go on with the lessons if you cannot properly blow into the mouthpiece nor can you read notes.

A lot of Saxophone instructors are available online and in music schools. It’s better to go to a music school, because the Singapore Saxophone teachers there are experienced and can teach you face-to-face. The downside of this method is the price you’ll have to pay. Generally, a Singapore Saxophone teacher in a school is more expensive because it is most effective type of learning, unlike other online ways to learning. Add to that the very competitive atmosphere of the Internet, with so many professionals seeking customers.

If you don’t want to pay for saxophone lessons, you could do it yourself. Let me remind you though, that you may not reach the highest level of learning because of the limited lessons you can get from books and videos. There is a special way of blowing in the mouthpiece, which could be hard if you don’t have the proper guidance.

Keep your upper teeth on top of the mouthpiece and your lower lip slightly curled at the bottom of it. There are different ways of blowing and each produce different sound and tone quality. Try out each of the methods and see what will work best for you. Whatever method you choose, you should always keep a firm seal around the mouthpiece, so all the air blown out will help to produce sounds.

After practicing with your blowing, you will have to learn all the notes in your alto saxophones. Buy a book or get other resources that could show the correct keys to press in order to produce the right notes. Practice long and hard, and sooner or later, you’ll be able to play a whole music sheet. Identify what type of music you enjoy and play it for yourself, your family and friends, too.

Saxophone Mouthpieces