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Hello, My name is Scott Swisher, co-founder of a new line of custom saxophones out the San Francisco Bay Area. I stumbled upon this forum in a random search and figured I'd sign up to talk about one of my favorite topics, "saxophones." I can chat for hours about sax gear, practicing techniques, instrument makes and models... if it's saxophone related, good luck shutting me up! Any other saxophone enthusiasts, drop a line! - Scott S. http://www.ellasaxes.com | ||||||||
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| Hello!
My name is Sara Foitova and I am a saxophone beginner (about half a year), totally in love with it. I am looking for any advice about the beginning, what to do every day, what to start with, what to be careful about, how to build a right way of playing, anything. I have some experience playing other wind instruments (mainly oboe), so I don't have that much trouble with the fingers' work; I am worried about the creation of the sound, embouchure...so if thre's anything you could advise me, I'll be so grateful! Best regards, Sara On August 31, 2008 Ella Saxes wrote: Hello, My name is Scott Swisher, co-founder of a new line of custom saxophones out the San Francisco Bay Area. I stumbled upon this forum in a random search and figured I'd sign up to talk about one of my favorite topics, "saxophones." I can chat for hours about sax gear, practicing techniques, instrument makes and models... if it's saxophone related, good luck shutting me up! Any other saxophone enthusiasts, drop a line! - Scott S. http://www.ellasaxes.com | ||||||||
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| Hello Sara,
As a beginning saxophone player, it is most important that you strengthen your embouchure, which will develop over time with regular practice. First off, make sure that you experiment with various mouthpiece models to find one that works for you in terms of tone control and preferred sound. As a newer player, it is customary to start off with a smaller tip opening, generally 3-5. Measurements of the tip opening for mouthpieces will differ from brand to brand, so make sure you can try a mouthpiece out before purchasing. I would also recommend a 1 1/2 to 2 reed. MedSoft La Voz, always a great choice for beginners. Every time you pick up your horn, run through the Bflat scale a few times, then chromatic scale, and any scale you prefer from your instruction booklets. Pay close attention to your breathing technique and tonguing for each note. Tonguing exercises are very important to develop strong execution and good rhythmic flow in your playing. Once you've established these elements, you won't even have to think while you play. Most importantly, don't become discouraged. It takes lots of practice to accomplish good tone control. Listen to other saxophonists, and pay attention to their technique, phrases, rhythm changes. As your skill develops, try out other mouthpieces and reeds, etc... You'll be amazed at how quickly your playing skills will improve. On August 31, 2008 Sara Foitova wrote: Hello! My name is Sara Foitova and I am a saxophone beginner (about half a year), totally in love with it. I am looking for any advice about the beginning, what to do every day, what to start with, what to be careful about, how to build a right way of playing, anything. I have some experience playing other wind instruments (mainly oboe), so I don't have that much trouble with the fingers' work; I am worried about the creation of the sound, embouchure...so if thre's anything you could advise me, I'll be so grateful! Best regards, Sara On August 31, 2008 Sara Foitova wrote: Hello, My name is Scott Swisher, co-founder of a new line of custom saxophones out the San Francisco Bay Area. I stumbled upon this forum in a random search and figured I'd sign up to talk about one of my favorite topics, "saxophones." I can chat for hours about sax gear, practicing techniques, instrument makes and models... if it's saxophone related, good luck shutting me up! Any other saxophone enthusiasts, drop a line! - Scott S. http://www.ellasaxes.com | ||||||||
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| Hi I am Ben, Jazz man I play multi insturement, currently play jazz. I am now looking for Saxophone join band in Bangkok , its great experience , enjoy holiday and get money. if you interest please reply me here music.event.mc@gmail.com or call 66867432833 | ||||||||
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| On August 31, 2008 Ella Saxes wrote: Hello, My name is Scott Swisher, co-founder of a new line of custom saxophones out the San Francisco Bay Area. I stumbled upon this forum in a random search and figured I'd sign up to talk about one of my favorite topics, "saxophones." I can chat for hours about sax gear, practicing techniques, instrument makes and models... if it's saxophone related, good luck shutting me up! Any other saxophone enthusiasts, drop a line! - Scott S. http://www.ellasaxes.com | ||||||||
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| Thanks for the heads up Scott
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| On August 31, 2008 Ella Saxes wrote: Hello, My name is Scott Swisher, co-founder of a new line of custom saxophones out the San Francisco Bay Area. I stumbled upon this forum in a random search and figured I'd sign up to talk about one of my favorite topics, "saxophones." I can chat for hours about sax gear, practicing techniques, instrument makes and models... if it's saxophone related, good luck shutting me up! Any other saxophone enthusiasts, drop a line! - Scott S. http://www.ellasaxes.com My name is Stathis Mavrommatis, sax soloist from Greece: www.stathismavro.gr I visited your website Many compliments for your work and your horns I play yamaha custom saxophones with selmer mouthpieces I hope to try someday your instruments Best regards | ||||||||
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