Alto vs Tenor Saxophone: The Sound Comparison!

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In this video, Jeremy gives a demonstration of the alto and tenor saxophone so you can compare the tone and sound of the two instruments. This is especially helpful if you're a beginner on the saxophone and aren't sure which one you'd prefer starting on!
If you're looking for a bit more background information on the two instruments and the differences between them (price, weight, availability, difficulty, etc.) then check out "Alto or Tenor Sax: Deciding the Best Beginner Saxophone!" from the link above.
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@SaxTuition
@SaxTuition Жыл бұрын
🎷 Thanks for watching! Want an entire course to learn the saxophone from scratch, taught be me? Check out the SaxTuition Beginner Series: www.saxtuition.com/beginner-series
@SaveOurSamples
@SaveOurSamples 4 жыл бұрын
Tenor sax is like the guy she tells you not to worry about.
@skye6574
@skye6574 4 жыл бұрын
This is my favorite comment 💀
@tisik743
@tisik743 3 жыл бұрын
This comment convinced me to get a tenor
@loganbutler6437
@loganbutler6437 3 жыл бұрын
I switched to tenor because one of the things I hated about my alto was how discussing the low notes like low c, d, and e sounded. And that I didn’t get to play those low notes as often as I would want to. The tenor may have some melodies but most of the time it is either to counter melody or support. Which I don’t mind.
@loganbutler6437
@loganbutler6437 3 жыл бұрын
I love my tenor it is a cannonball stone series in the color brute.
@MzLullaby7
@MzLullaby7 3 жыл бұрын
😂😂😂😂
@denther16
@denther16 4 жыл бұрын
Not going to lie, he makes both sound amazing and he’s a legend for responding to comments 3 months later... Thanks man keep it up!
@SaxTuition
@SaxTuition 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot for your support! I’m trying to reduce my comment responding time 😂
@denther16
@denther16 4 жыл бұрын
Ahh don’t worry about it man, you are a great help to me! Most youtubers don’t respond at all, so props to you! Have a good day or night depending where you are, cheers!
@zrxcoil
@zrxcoil 10 ай бұрын
​@SaxTuition does he still respond?
@rockydennis311
@rockydennis311 Ай бұрын
what about now
@missryanswers
@missryanswers 3 жыл бұрын
It's nice to hear just the saxophone playing again. My daughter, back when she was in school was in Jazz band, played tenor sax. Went on to marching band in high school. I love the sound of the tenor sax, always have. But now, it's nostalgic for me. I miss hearing her practice down the hall. (She was a singer too.. miss all the music she provided the house.) Thanks for playing. ~Empty Nest Mama
@mojo9291
@mojo9291 2 жыл бұрын
Alto sounds clear, direct, warm, smooth, youthful, eager. Tenor sounds like it's been doing that for 50 years and calls you son.
@michaelkosak1300
@michaelkosak1300 4 жыл бұрын
The tenor has a more refined sound. I love all saxophones but the tenor is my favorite
@fthprodphoto-video5357
@fthprodphoto-video5357 3 жыл бұрын
Alto sounds like that “nice guy always happy and polite” Tenor sounds like “that cool tough guy every girl is looking at even if she is walking with her husband”
@jeremyrogers6179
@jeremyrogers6179 2 жыл бұрын
You're probably an alto guy
@christianhenry4173
@christianhenry4173 Жыл бұрын
Tenor has that breathy tone to it.
@hyphen343
@hyphen343 Жыл бұрын
😅👌👌
@ricpad8871
@ricpad8871 3 жыл бұрын
That was some beautiful playing, i used to have someone in my neighborhood play sax late at night, never knew who it was or why they dont anymore. But now i think id like to be the new mysterious saxophonist
@craytonbuchanan
@craytonbuchanan 3 жыл бұрын
I think they both have their uses! The alto had a very warm, sweeter mid-ranged based sound, while the tenor had more treble, was brighter, and, if this makes any sense, had a bit more of a bite to it! Both sound amazing, I guess it just depends on what serves the song best...
@ssslayer
@ssslayer 4 жыл бұрын
A very helpful comparison for the tone. Alto sounds more like brass section and tenor sound more reedy
@kohlinoor
@kohlinoor 3 жыл бұрын
That's a great description. The alto seems like the French horn of saxes.
@SaxTuition
@SaxTuition 4 жыл бұрын
Hey everyone, do you have have any questions about starting the saxophone? Make sure to leave them in the comments section below!
@theace110013
@theace110013 3 жыл бұрын
Question my good man. I'm inspired by Moody's mood and would like an alto but I wouldn't be happy with a student model. Would you consider making a video diving into professional models, maybe touching on what the Legends played i.e. Trane, Prez, Hawkins, Bird, moody, cannonball, etc.
@revocolor
@revocolor 3 жыл бұрын
Tenor sounds great ♥
@sadeklab
@sadeklab 3 жыл бұрын
what is the difference between E flat and B flat ?
@shealinbanta4169
@shealinbanta4169 2 жыл бұрын
How do you make that bright jazzy sound? I can do a little bit of it, but I want to know how to do it more when I’m playing.
@MrS2jack
@MrS2jack Жыл бұрын
Do they have the same key mapping and same number of buttons?
@Liz01749
@Liz01749 Жыл бұрын
Never thought I'd say this as an ex-brass player but the alto sounded so damn smooth compared to the tenor. Surprisingly preferred it
@kreagan4826
@kreagan4826 3 жыл бұрын
Been playing guitar for almost 20 years, but I am by no means a pro or even pro trained. Lately, when I hear the sax it almost brings a tear to my eye. I have no explanation for this, but I feel like I need to try it out. I am still not sure what kind to start on, but your video really clarifies the sounds. Thank you very much! 😀🙏
@SaxTuition
@SaxTuition 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the comment, that's very touching to hear! If you'd like to know more about the differences between the two saxes, check out this video on the channel: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/oraJipCjtrebmoU.html
@kreagan4826
@kreagan4826 3 жыл бұрын
@@SaxTuition I watched that one also, and subscribed! I will be watching more in the future too. thanks so much for your reply!
@alexc5408
@alexc5408 3 жыл бұрын
Same I’m a guitar player but I wanna ty sax.
@americancitizensagainstcov8920
@americancitizensagainstcov8920 Жыл бұрын
I'm a guitar player and I'm experiencing the same lol the sax is just in a league of it's own. I'm hoping to start by the end of this year. Good luck to you and your journey!
@eliandavidochoarodriguez6164
@eliandavidochoarodriguez6164 Жыл бұрын
I been playing 10 years too, everyday . Once day, i bought a recorder, later i dicovered the sax, i forgot the guitar forever
@kristindowner9897
@kristindowner9897 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! That’s just what I was wanting to HEAR more than “know”! 👍
@waramni
@waramni 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for demonstrating the difference between the Alto SAX sound and the Tenor's.
@dhatchbernier
@dhatchbernier 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for that, I was undecided on which sax to start with, but I prefer the sound of the tenor sax.
@Izzylinn13
@Izzylinn13 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I’m thinking about buying a saxophone to learn after renting one, so this was really helpful :)
@davidmadle5007
@davidmadle5007 3 жыл бұрын
great playing you certainly are able to capture all the nuances of jazz saxophone many thx
@c.syde65
@c.syde65 3 жыл бұрын
I prefer the alto saxophone, but I prefer the lower notes on the alto more than the higher notes. Also the kind of music I listen to is more suited for the tenor saxophone, but despite that I still prefer the alto saxophone. I prefer the size of the alto saxophone as well, as it is closer to what I think of a saxophone.
@peterdemarchi4359
@peterdemarchi4359 4 жыл бұрын
awesome video Jeremy they just sound amazing !!! too hard to pick one
@noubaddi8567
@noubaddi8567 5 ай бұрын
The minute I buy a Saxophone I'll get your tuition course. I love the way you explain things, never stop!
@michaelalexander3927
@michaelalexander3927 4 жыл бұрын
You are a great saxophonist. I love your Alto Sax sound! At the end of the day it comes down to your natural fit. Try both of them & pick the one that you can express on and sound like you want to sound. For me, the Tenor Sax is a more natural fit. But I love hearing a great Alto sound by players like yourself.
@SaxTuition
@SaxTuition 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Michael, much appreciated! I totally agree, and to be honest, I usually feel more comfortable on the tenor too.
@joe-vz6hx
@joe-vz6hx 3 жыл бұрын
thanks for this, am considering giving the sax a try, just what I needed to hear - these sound closer than I expected, although of course you're not exploring the tenor's better "darker" side. I always liked the tenor better, but it seems the alto sax is more practical/easier to learn, and the considerable diff in size I can't ignore.
@mermaidoceanmystery
@mermaidoceanmystery 4 жыл бұрын
This was so helpful, thankyou!
@martinjohnson2549
@martinjohnson2549 4 жыл бұрын
Mate, You sound efyn amazing on both, great frazing!
@IndigoDerg888
@IndigoDerg888 3 жыл бұрын
They both sound incredible! They both have different tones, and have different feels depending upon the type of music that is being played.
@cutedogsweetsugar
@cutedogsweetsugar Ай бұрын
This is going to help me so much on my listening exam coming up. I can finally tell the difference!
@thedarkgamer689zwickl
@thedarkgamer689zwickl 3 жыл бұрын
Thank You for this video. I am about to switch from clarinet to tenor sax and I wanted to hear how it sounded. Thank you so much for this👍
@SaxTuition
@SaxTuition 3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome! Glad it was useful 👍
@andrewwright6893
@andrewwright6893 Жыл бұрын
Great playing, if only I knew what you was doing there, scales, chord tones, song. Brilliant.
@matthewstarr9887
@matthewstarr9887 3 жыл бұрын
Great playing, you make it sound smooth with great tone! Way better than I can do haha.
@jackiea.7971
@jackiea.7971 4 жыл бұрын
Dude you're the best thank you!
@SaxTuition
@SaxTuition 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jackie!
@HonestSaxSound-unEdited-
@HonestSaxSound-unEdited- 4 жыл бұрын
I play normally tenor, but i feel both are great! Good video, many thanks.
@xxczerxx
@xxczerxx 3 жыл бұрын
I must be the only person on KZfaq that just prefers the timbre of the Alto sax over Tenor. I notice a VERY strong preference for the latter on forums etc. Maybe it's just years of Parker and Cannonball has informed my ear that's just what I view as the perfect sax 'sound' but man I just love something about alto. Muffled isn't the right word but the sound on alto is more 'bunched up' than the tenor's blowy openness. I'm sure that can be affected by mpc/reed strength etc. though. Really interesting to hear them side by side.
@truthismyreligion6391
@truthismyreligion6391 2 жыл бұрын
Nope. Me too♡♡♡
@comprendoo
@comprendoo 4 жыл бұрын
I have alto, but I want tenor saxophone 🎷❤️
@Gelsoft_Revolutions
@Gelsoft_Revolutions 4 жыл бұрын
Code of Sounds hey I wish I could learn a alto but I have the tenor
@EmanChuks
@EmanChuks 4 жыл бұрын
Interesting. Tbh, Alto sounds better in my opinion
@agneseditsstuff
@agneseditsstuff 4 жыл бұрын
same!
@riotstarz5502
@riotstarz5502 4 жыл бұрын
@@Gelsoft_Revolutions I think if you know the fingers for one you know it for the other. You'd just have to learn a new scale but the fingers are the same fingers same note names.
@Gelsoft_Revolutions
@Gelsoft_Revolutions 4 жыл бұрын
Riot Starz oh cool
@SelectCircle
@SelectCircle 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent demonstration!
@craigrock5014
@craigrock5014 2 жыл бұрын
Good job ,you made some jazzy sounds with that alto ,nice playing ,I going start practicing thank you
@That_Guy_Says_Hi
@That_Guy_Says_Hi Жыл бұрын
I didna come here to subscribe, but you're such a great player and a gentleperson, to boot, I did. The player on "Toulouse Street" by the Doobie Brothers makes me cry. I hear questions being asked of me in a language I can't understand. Something about "coming home." Tenor, I believe. What a voice that particular instrument has.
@Tellis1720
@Tellis1720 2 жыл бұрын
I'm not even going to pretend, I'mjusta sax fan. You made the alto sax sound better than I've ever heard an alto sound. I could really hear and feel the difference. The tenor had such rich tones romantic even. I believe tenor is my favorite but you made the alto tones last long enough to make me a fan.
@syap8888
@syap8888 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks, love the Tenor....
@Forgemno
@Forgemno 4 жыл бұрын
Tenor in my opinion is better for slow more pronounced songs. Alto is better for faster and scale heavy. Like Billie H for Tenor and Ella for Alto.
@SaxTuition
@SaxTuition 4 жыл бұрын
An old saxophone teacher of mine used to say the alto was the voice of madness and the tenor was the voice of reason.. Not sure how I feel about it these days, but it does make me laugh when I think about it!
@ChristosNikolis
@ChristosNikolis 4 жыл бұрын
@@SaxTuition Good one! :-)
@ma77i7yahu
@ma77i7yahu 8 ай бұрын
Really good just to play both side by side! Thanks. Personally I like the alto more and will go with this one.
@caroljenkins5912
@caroljenkins5912 3 жыл бұрын
I play alto sax( first chair every time!) But I want to try tenor sax next year. We're allowed to since it's a saxophone
@mohdshidi8090
@mohdshidi8090 4 жыл бұрын
Thankyou from Malaysia
@overlightth
@overlightth 3 жыл бұрын
Between the two I would prefer to learn the Tenor. Because I'm pretty tall. And even because of the fact that I like the sound more than that of the alto, because the tenor tends to go lower and I like that
@craigrock5014
@craigrock5014 2 жыл бұрын
I have a alto sax ,I've learned all the notes but really haven't done much else with it ,,it's a little loud I need a better spot to practice ,I was thinking I should have bought a tenor ,but after hearing the comparison I like the alto better ,those lines you played with the alto sounded nice and jazzy ,really crisp ,trumpet like ,,what key was the second part of the comparison in ? And what was it you were playing ? I like to practice guitar 🎸 and got a sax to add to it to try and make some of my own music ,but noticed quickly that after learning the notes I would have to transpose everything to play in key w the guitar ,so I guess I can look at it two two ways ? From alto to guitar three semi tones down ,or think of the guitar to alto three semi tones up ,, trying to find a easy way of thinking about it
@ryanm7777
@ryanm7777 4 жыл бұрын
For me love the alto sound. Thanks. Pls can you post a link for it ? Wanna see if it's affordable. Thanks for the vid love it
@SaxTuition
@SaxTuition 4 жыл бұрын
Hey Ryan! I don’t have a link unfortunately but it’s a Selmer Super Action 80 Series III, it’s a professional sax. Check out this video I made on the Yamaha YAS-23, which is a great beginner sax: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/i9Z2dduCq8q2nYE.html
@joebiscit
@joebiscit 4 жыл бұрын
Better Sax on youtube has a good video about a cheap sax. Check it put if you haven't got one already!
@NailsByShelby
@NailsByShelby 8 ай бұрын
I love the first music .... so fun ! Have you the partition?
@sadeklab
@sadeklab 3 жыл бұрын
thanks for the nice video, you are intelligent to make this wonderful video, because many videos compare between easy and difficult and beginners or advanced, but you make in a wonderful way, the sound difference , Thank you so much, but please , now I want to get a Tenor saxophone, but I found E flat and B flat, so, what is the difference between these two? Thank you, and good luck
@davepierremusic3974
@davepierremusic3974 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent review as always and really love your channel. I was wondering what you thought about the pmauriat horns especially the system 76 dark lacquer alto?
@SaxTuition
@SaxTuition 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Dave, I’m so glad to hear you’re enjoying the videos. Thanks for the feedback! I’ve never played the system 76 Alto, but I played the 66 R tenor for years and absolutely loved it. The system 76 seems like a modern take on the Mark VI. I’d be curious to give it a try one day! Let me know how you get on. Regards, Jeremy 🎷😊
@davepierremusic3974
@davepierremusic3974 3 жыл бұрын
@@SaxTuition thanks soo much for your response. Really helpful 😊💪🏾👍🏾
@jmgazxer1216
@jmgazxer1216 Жыл бұрын
I'm so proud of my 16 yrs old sister a tenor sax player i want to buy her her own sax but it's so pricey 😅 She always plays on her borrowed school sax this is the reason i got interest on this kind of content 😍
@norajasim7291
@norajasim7291 3 жыл бұрын
i always see the altos in my class playing a lot of melody or loud big parts. are the tenors the same? or do the have more of trombone parts/less relevant parts?
@vigneshsubramanian2511
@vigneshsubramanian2511 10 ай бұрын
I haven’t touched my alto sax since eighth grade (sadly it broke 😢). It’s been a decade since I quit band but I wanna go back into playing sax. I still remember how to play as I still practice fingering in air and embrochure. I wanna play tenor as I always wanted to and never made the tryouts for it.
@toys2work
@toys2work Жыл бұрын
I havent jumped up to a tenor yet...but if a real bargain comes my way im all in. Love the sound of those tenors.
@morethandeepmtd
@morethandeepmtd Жыл бұрын
I would love a sax battle between the two
@GamerSkibbe
@GamerSkibbe Жыл бұрын
Question: Can you get that crisp sound that you hear on this Tenor on an Alto? I feel like, everytime I hear an Alto (which I‘m also playing) it always sounds quite soft. Not airy, soft. And when I‘m listening and looking for this crisp sound (like in the Detective Conan theme) it always turns out to be a tenor sax. Is that a thing? Or is it an issue that can be solved with the right Reed, mouthpiece, over-/underblowing?
@otakusora4214
@otakusora4214 3 жыл бұрын
Ahhh I can decide! I am in middle school and I chose band class as an all year elective. I can't decide which one is best for me and whether or not I should go with Treno or Alto.
@samdinnan3351
@samdinnan3351 3 жыл бұрын
Me neither! I think I need both 😅
@shototodoroki4044
@shototodoroki4044 2 жыл бұрын
I’d go Tenor if you plan to go into jazz band in the future
@hyphen343
@hyphen343 Жыл бұрын
@@samdinnan3351 what have you done???😊👌
@VideoNash
@VideoNash 2 жыл бұрын
thanks
@jazzhomemade4219
@jazzhomemade4219 Жыл бұрын
Hello man, great video ans great sound. I’m an alto player and I really love how you sound on it. Could you tell me what kind of Meyer is the one you’re playing? It’s a 1948-60 vintage Meyer Bros New York? Thanks!
@SaxTuition
@SaxTuition Жыл бұрын
Hey there! It’s actually just a Meyer 6M - a new one, nothing too fancy 😊
@luke9947
@luke9947 3 жыл бұрын
I don’t play the sax but just curious on the topic. It seems like the alto has a cleaner and definite sound while the tenor is more “growling”. Am i right with this observation?
@verywellrounded
@verywellrounded 4 жыл бұрын
Hey thanks for the tutorial. What mic are you using to record ?
@SaxTuition
@SaxTuition 4 жыл бұрын
Hey Norbert, I'm using a Shure Beta 98 H/N - it's a clip on microphone more suited to live performances, but it still works quite nicely in a studio. Thanks for the support!
@td4yd154
@td4yd154 Жыл бұрын
Video starts at 1:05
@bestfriends77127
@bestfriends77127 Жыл бұрын
Merci ça me permet de savoir ce que j’aime le plus ^^ après je reconnais que les deux ce ressemblent ^^
@godzillapowerpufffan8142
@godzillapowerpufffan8142 2 жыл бұрын
Both saxophones the alto and tenor with their sounds I love both of them are my favorite from the saxophone family
@benderbendingrofriguez3300
@benderbendingrofriguez3300 3 жыл бұрын
What are the difference between P.Mauriat,Selmer,Yanaisawa,Yamaha and Jupiter ( I know Jupiter is more of a beginners sax's brand)?
@sieben710
@sieben710 3 жыл бұрын
Played alto saxophone for 6 years but damn the tenor sounds so much better, big fan!
@music-rc3pg
@music-rc3pg 2 жыл бұрын
Thnx🙏
@flocurtis1504
@flocurtis1504 2 жыл бұрын
So much hate for the alto sax in the comments. I just bought an alto to learn on. One day I may get a tennor. But dang I didn't expect so much dis like and terrible comments for an alto.
@frank.m8447
@frank.m8447 2 жыл бұрын
I prefer Alto. Check out Mindi Abair on UTUBE. She's the reason I picked up Alto a few years ago.
@georgefromgreece4119
@georgefromgreece4119 2 жыл бұрын
Totally depends on repertoire and role in the ensemble.
@jimini2419
@jimini2419 Жыл бұрын
What I would like an answer to is: what is the difference in Note Range between an Alto and Tenor Sax ? Does The Tenor Sax reach a range of lower notes that The Alto does not ? I.E. What is the lowest note on a Tenor compared to an Alto ?
@shelbytekiilax9452
@shelbytekiilax9452 2 жыл бұрын
I love the 2 songs beginner ! Do toi Know partition ? I Want iiiiiit
@SaveTheBiosphere
@SaveTheBiosphere 4 жыл бұрын
=) you seem/look like such a happy guy! (maybe cuz you are living your passion?)
@SaxTuition
@SaxTuition 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much, yeah I think that’s it!
@sebastiansanz7361
@sebastiansanz7361 4 жыл бұрын
Melissa Aldana, seca, la más grande de chile y de las mejores del mundo lejos . one of the greates sax player of this time
@SaxTuition
@SaxTuition 4 жыл бұрын
Agreed! I was fortunate to see her live last year, incredible 👍
@gustavorlore
@gustavorlore 3 жыл бұрын
Alto, thank you. Sounds more sharp and crisp
@alexanderamann4602
@alexanderamann4602 28 күн бұрын
Expected to like tenor more, but the clarity and sensitive tone of the Alto is my vote!
@ultimaeli5109
@ultimaeli5109 3 жыл бұрын
To me the tenor is like for jazz music and alto sounds for songs or for like band something like that
@dorcasia109
@dorcasia109 2 жыл бұрын
Omg I played saxophone for 10 years and moving to an apartment put an end to my playing. I just bought a house, and first thing I did was buy a bass. Now I’m bringing back the alto so we will see if it’s like riding a bike 15 years later!
@curt_on_wh33lz
@curt_on_wh33lz 6 ай бұрын
Which one is Brendan ross playing tenor or Alto?
@getmeoutofsanfrancisco9917
@getmeoutofsanfrancisco9917 3 жыл бұрын
What mic are you using? A ribbon I would assume? A dynamic? Coles 4038? Run of the mill SM7B?
@SaxTuition
@SaxTuition 3 жыл бұрын
I’m actually using a clip on mic! Shure Beta 98 H/C
@jefpty71
@jefpty71 4 жыл бұрын
it's like comparing a 6 cylinder engine to an 8 cylinder, you need more fuel in the 8 (breath) for the same power !
@lukestorm6042
@lukestorm6042 3 жыл бұрын
@When you read the comments I will be there . The tenor because it’s larger :)
@gianlucarossi38
@gianlucarossi38 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Jeremy, could you send me the music sheet of the alto you play in this video?
@rosendosanchez4288
@rosendosanchez4288 4 жыл бұрын
I play alto sax and wanna buy a Tenor but I have a question about the mouthpiece for the Tenor which could be a good option?
@SaxTuition
@SaxTuition 4 жыл бұрын
Hey Rosendo, check out this video, I talk about mouthpiece choices (with links for tenor versions): kzfaq.info/get/bejne/id1orNpn1LSvYHk.html
@bevtooth
@bevtooth Жыл бұрын
I like the lightness in sound of the alto
@Barfsack101
@Barfsack101 3 жыл бұрын
I really like the saxophone and I would really want one but I'm afraid that I might get bored of it after some time...any tips?
@SaxTuition
@SaxTuition 3 жыл бұрын
Listen to as much music with saxophone in it as you can. Find the music you’re passionate about and use that as inspiration as you learn!
@lucas88dejaneiro
@lucas88dejaneiro 3 жыл бұрын
If i learn a song on alto sax, can i play the same song with the same fingers movements and positions or does it change all over?
@SaxTuition
@SaxTuition 3 жыл бұрын
Hey Lucas! It depends - the song will still sound like the song, but it will be in a different key (higher or lower). It's not a problem at all if you're just playing by yourself, but if you've learned it on alto and you want to play the same song on tenor (and play with a backing track or band), you'll have to relearn the fingerings for the new key.
@Metin2pOrTuGaL
@Metin2pOrTuGaL 4 жыл бұрын
the first thing played on the alto? does it has a name or you were just improvising?
@SaxTuition
@SaxTuition 4 жыл бұрын
It’s called Sonnymoon for Two by Sonny Rollins.. After I played the melody I was just improvising 😊
@lanphanh
@lanphanh 3 күн бұрын
What mouthpiece do you think it will give us the easiest and best sound on this Yamaha?
@wrongchordsrecords
@wrongchordsrecords 4 жыл бұрын
jeremy how do you record a really raspy sax tone ? im doing a session that i want to sound like'' yakety yak''etc
@SaxTuition
@SaxTuition 4 жыл бұрын
Hey, thanks for the comment! That technique is called growling, and there’s basically 2 ways to do it. 1) Sing while you play! It’s feels quite unnatural at first but that’s the proper way to do it. Or 2) Loosen your embouchure in the corner of your mouth so you create a buzzing sound while you play (air will escape out the corner of your mouth).
@aronhallam6449
@aronhallam6449 4 жыл бұрын
@@SaxTuitiongreat ! thanks for the tip! im starting to think that also a lot of recorded sax is actually an amplified sound - in the same way that we put a harmonica through small valve amp and mic up the speaker for a gig
@SaxTuition
@SaxTuition 4 жыл бұрын
Hey guys, check out this video: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/o6egd6xlqr2ZeKM.html Great sax player called Marc Russo talking about how he plays growled notes!
@miaaaaa1001
@miaaaaa1001 2 жыл бұрын
Don’t know if you’re still responding to comments, but I’m going to get my new tenor sax soon (been playing alto for almost two years now), and I’m just wondering if there’s any difference in the technique of playing it? Will I have to relearn some stuff I guess? Sorry if it’s sort of a stupid question
@coffeemug6549
@coffeemug6549 2 жыл бұрын
Alto sax is key in e flat and tenor in b flat
@SaxTuition
@SaxTuition 2 жыл бұрын
Not a stupid question at all! The tenor sax is pitched lower than the alto, but all the fingerings and techniques are the same. It will probably take a couple of weeks to get adjusted to the size of the tenor but I’m sure you’ll pick it up fairly easily 👍 enjoy it!
@erik1993
@erik1993 2 жыл бұрын
Alto is mysterious, a lone wolf. Tenor is in your face and tells you theres a new sheriff in town, they are both legendary.
@mikkkeh
@mikkkeh 11 ай бұрын
So,alto has smoother sound?
@PuppetGene
@PuppetGene 3 жыл бұрын
Alto a bit similar to clarinet (approximate) to my ears at least.
@guillaumiel
@guillaumiel 3 жыл бұрын
both of them 🤪👏🙏
@RENATASILVA-nn8yl
@RENATASILVA-nn8yl 4 жыл бұрын
VALEU !
@AndyE30
@AndyE30 3 жыл бұрын
Was in jazz band a number of years and wanna get into tenor again. Recommend brands for sub $1k usd? I'm no student, but. I've been out of the game for ten years
@SaxTuition
@SaxTuition 3 жыл бұрын
I think second hand Yamaha saxes (TS-100 or YTS-23) offer the best value for money, otherwise Jean Paul make great new saxes under 1k too. You can check out this video for a bit more info: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/fa6Gl7Vp09HHpnk.html
@stevenmyers3647
@stevenmyers3647 4 жыл бұрын
I notice that Jeremy is using a silver color alto this time. Is there a preference in color with professionals? It looks like most use the gold color. I haven't seen any black, blue, red ... etc. being used by professionals.
@SaxTuition
@SaxTuition 4 жыл бұрын
Hey Steven! Great question - the bright, multi colored saxophones you see online are generally only available in beginner models, professional saxophones don't normally come in those colours. The common options for professional saxophones are: 1) Clear lacquer (brass colour) 2) Silver plated 3) Gold plated The lacquer / plating can affect the sound, but opinions are a bit divided about how much affect it actually has. Personally, I got a silver plated saxophone because my old saxophone teacher used to play one, and I wanted to be like him!
@ericspandonis2041
@ericspandonis2041 4 жыл бұрын
What camera did you use on this video?
@SaxTuition
@SaxTuition 4 жыл бұрын
Hey Eric, I used a Sony RX-100 Mk III 👍
@renatadacostaoficial
@renatadacostaoficial 3 жыл бұрын
Please what saxophone is indicate for a child 11 years old beginner to play in a band in school? He plays piano, recorder, drum and guitar.
@SaxTuition
@SaxTuition 3 жыл бұрын
Go for the alto saxophone 😊
@dragoncaptain678
@dragoncaptain678 Жыл бұрын
For me I'd love to learn how to play the sax myself. I think tenor would have to be for me
@xk3051
@xk3051 3 жыл бұрын
Looks like music is coming easier out of the alto
@LEARNHOMEOPATHY
@LEARNHOMEOPATHY 4 жыл бұрын
Question: started on a Tenor(rental)recently and have no problems except the weight which really is too much for my neck ( and I don't much like the look of those harnesses). I find it fairly easy to blow even though it does take a lot of air when practicing long notes: my question is that as I can't go out and try currently, if I buy a sax Im thinking of getting an alto just for the weight difference but is it harder to blow i.e. does it need more 'pressure' I ask because Im getting on and a bit feeble! thanks
@LEARNHOMEOPATHY
@LEARNHOMEOPATHY 4 жыл бұрын
@@JoshBuker thank you Josh- I was unsure as someone said it needed more 'Pressure' for the alto. Such a hassle not being to be able to go out and try them! :)
@yourdaddy8833
@yourdaddy8833 3 жыл бұрын
Alright bro I have a tenor sax and I had the same problem but I got like a back strap and it felt way better
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