Alto Sax for Beginners
An 8-part course with Marek at saxophoneteacher.net
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Marek studied for many years in Poland and then at the prestigious London Guildhall School of Music & Drama. He has gathered over 15 years experience playing in different environments, which has allowed him to grow as a musician and as a tutor. He is a... View ProfileDetails
- Total Time 42 min
- Lessons 8
- Exercises 24
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26 CQ
8 Lessons in This Course
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4 minFREEMusic lesson 1Free3 CQ
Proper diaphragmatic breathing is essential to playing the saxophone well. Learn how to control your breath through three simple breathing exercises.
Proper diaphragmatic breathing is essential to playing the saxophone well. Learn how to control your breath through three simple breathing exercises.
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7 minMusic lesson 24 CQ
Get ready to play your first note on the saxophone by learning how to hold the mouthpiece and how to position your mouth to blow—sax embouchure!
Get ready to play your first note on the saxophone by learning how to hold the mouthpiece and how to position your mouth to blow—sax embouchure!
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4 minFREEMusic lesson 3Free3 CQ
Learn how to play several notes on the alto saxophone, including: B, A, G, C, B-Flat, and F. Learn the proper fingering, and listen to how each should sound.
Learn how to play several notes on the alto saxophone, including: B, A, G, C, B-Flat, and F. Learn the proper fingering, and listen to how each should sound.
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5 minFREEMusic lesson 4Free3 CQ
This beginner-friendly saxophone lesson demonstrates how to move from note to note with ease. Learn how to play two notes and three notes in sequence.
This beginner-friendly saxophone lesson demonstrates how to move from note to note with ease. Learn how to play two notes and three notes in sequence.
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4 minMusic lesson 53 CQ
Learn how to play low E, C, D on the alto saxophone, how to use the octave key, and how to adjust your embouchure for playing lower register notes.
Learn how to play low E, C, D on the alto saxophone, how to use the octave key, and how to adjust your embouchure for playing lower register notes.
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5 minFREEMusic lesson 6Free3 CQ
Learn how to play the F major scale on the alto saxophone. Get a comprehensive overview of the scale, as well as a breakdown to help you move from note to note.
Learn how to play the F major scale on the alto saxophone. Get a comprehensive overview of the scale, as well as a breakdown to help you move from note to note.
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6 minMusic lesson 74 CQ
Review the saxophone fingering for playing the notes you've learned so far: C, B, Bb, A, G, F, and E, and improve your technique for sax practice sessions.
Review the saxophone fingering for playing the notes you've learned so far: C, B, Bb, A, G, F, and E, and improve your technique for sax practice sessions.
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5 minMusic lesson 83 CQ
Now that you've learned the basic techniques of how to play the alto saxophone, start putting it all together by practicing motifs based on Frère Jacques.
Now that you've learned the basic techniques of how to play the alto saxophone, start putting it all together by practicing motifs based on Frère Jacques.
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625 min6-part Music course16 CQ
Learn the basics of playing sax in this music course covering saxophone essentials for beginners, and specifically, the techniques needed to master playing with the saxophone mouthpiece.
Learn the basics of playing sax in this music course covering saxophone essentials for beginners, and specifically, the techniques needed to master playing with the saxophone mouthpiece.
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533 min5-part Music course20 CQ
In this engaging music course on saxophone fundamentals, explore techniques for playing a major scale, and learn various strategies of practicing the scale through the whole range of the instrument.
In this engaging music course on saxophone fundamentals, explore techniques for playing a major scale, and learn various strategies of practicing the scale through the whole range of the instrument.
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6 minMusic lesson4 CQ
Gain insight into saxophone tonguing in this music lesson discussing techniques needed to master legato articulation and create smooth, powerful notes.
Gain insight into saxophone tonguing in this music lesson discussing techniques needed to master legato articulation and create smooth, powerful notes.
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6 minMusic lesson4 CQ
In this saxophone music lesson, discover another type of tonguing—staccato—which is the shortest possible way of attacking a note on the instrument.
In this saxophone music lesson, discover another type of tonguing—staccato—which is the shortest possible way of attacking a note on the instrument.
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6 minMusic lesson4 CQ
Looking to master tonguing on the saxophone? If you're starting to play sax, this beginner lesson covers how to move between notes while using your tongue.
Looking to master tonguing on the saxophone? If you're starting to play sax, this beginner lesson covers how to move between notes while using your tongue.
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11159 min11-part Writing Music course87 CQ
Learning how to read and write music opens up a world of musical possibilities! In this course from professional musician and educator Kalani, learn the fundamentals of music notation.
with Kalani MusicLearning how to read and write music opens up a world of musical possibilities! In this course from professional musician and educator Kalani, learn the fundamentals of music notation.
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11103 min11-part Guitar course57 CQ
Learn 10 beautiful chord progressions for guitar and a variety of composition techniques, including a formula for creating chord progressions and a simple method for transposing chords in new keys.
with Ben Levin MusicLearn 10 beautiful chord progressions for guitar and a variety of composition techniques, including a formula for creating chord progressions and a simple method for transposing chords in new keys.
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17134 min17-part Audio Editing course78 CQ
Recording expert Home Brew Audio demonstrates how easy it is to get your own recording studio up and running on your own by using just your computer and the free, open source software, Audacity.
with Ken TheriotRecording expert Home Brew Audio demonstrates how easy it is to get your own recording studio up and running on your own by using just your computer and the free, open source software, Audacity.
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13142 min13-part Flute course75 CQ
A classical musician shares flute techniques she learned the hard way—through trial and error. This course covers crucial yet often neglected topics that help beginning flute students flourish!
with JustAnotherFlutistA classical musician shares flute techniques she learned the hard way—through trial and error. This course covers crucial yet often neglected topics that help beginning flute students flourish!
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14153 min14-part Music Theory course83 CQ
Using detailed explanations and familiar music examples, this college-level music theory course provides an engaging and fun introduction that will help you become a more appreciative listener.
with Ethan WinerUsing detailed explanations and familiar music examples, this college-level music theory course provides an engaging and fun introduction that will help you become a more appreciative listener.