Saxophone Lesson - Beginner Saxophone - First Notes
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Learning how to play saxophone quickly is all about understanding the essential skills and techniques right from the start. This lesson is from the free "Ultimate Saxophone Tool Kit" lesson series and shows you how to assemble your mouthpiece, make a good clear sound on your sax AND play your first set of notes.
Everything you need to get going quick!
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0:00 In this video
1:44 Setting up
2:40 The Mouthpiece
7:30 Posture
8:22 Embouchure
10:12 Question
10:31 Technique
14:57 Outro
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@arnoldtoyman Жыл бұрын
I’m 79 years old and I am just now finding time to learn a musical instrument. I chose the alto sax as I really like the sound of a sax. My beginner sax is shipped and I should receive it today. I love your videos. Wish me luck.
@McGillMusicSaxSchool Жыл бұрын
Hey great to hear that Arnold! Have fun with your new sax and checkout the lessons we have to help you get started quickly inside Sax School : saxschoolonline.com
@gloriousgospelofchristministry Жыл бұрын
I pray to get to your age even more in jesus name AMEN 🙏 wow keep it up
@deborahwyndham-lewis5188 Жыл бұрын
I started learning the alto saxophone when I was young and life got in the way but now I want to go back to learning! I love the sound so much
@knowtruth847 Жыл бұрын
@@gloriousgospelofchristministry W
@christophermorejon9693 Жыл бұрын
You got this
@caydenkelley7474 Жыл бұрын
Do I have a saxophone? No. Did I watch the whole video? Yes.
@McGillMusicSaxSchool Жыл бұрын
Ha!
@lydiawood3621 3 ай бұрын
Me too
@JessicaThompson-th1pq 2 ай бұрын
Saaame
@DarrellWolfe 2 ай бұрын
Diddo!! 😂
@Ivytails Ай бұрын
Same! I want one
@gibbyhernandez2460 2 жыл бұрын
I’ve recently was gifted a sax. After 10 years after I lost my mom today was first time I picked it up. I am now drug and alcohol free for a week. Once I picked it up I felt something spark. I’m learning the basics all over but I know this is more than a sax this is my outlet. Thank you for the video.
@sibongileperish8515 2 жыл бұрын
This is odd because i wasn't able to sleep and it's 5:34 am. I miss my mom so much, lost her 3yrs ago and strangely tonight i was listening to Kenny G nd i though wow it would be nice to be able to play Sax because its soothing. Condolences to you and we will be ok, time heal's. I beed to save up for a saxophone 🎷
@gibbyhernandez2460 2 жыл бұрын
@@sibongileperish8515 yeah grieving comes in waves this just helps me when it gets tough. Kenny g ! One of the well known sax players ever. Keep going and keep striving , also save up and get yourself one. It’ll be well worth it.
@jewelscoop3570 Жыл бұрын
I hope you both are doing well ❤
@AerialFarts 9 ай бұрын
@@gibbyhernandez2460how is the drug and alcohol situation going
@LuiHan2912 5 ай бұрын
You got an Update on your Situation now bro?
@AngelTechno 2 жыл бұрын
Saxophone player here for about 19 years now. Started when I was 11. It may be a little frustrating for some at first but that's normal! I first started off in middle school, and it was frustrating for me, but I kept at it and improved. And the more I played it the more I understood the instrument and it was making more sense. As with any instrument, practice always makes perfect. Don't be discouraged one bit if you're stuck on playing a note, or getting the fingerings right. Take it one step at a time and move on to the next one. Before you know it you'll be capturing the ladies at the club. lol
@justemusicme 2 жыл бұрын
Hahaha thanks for that! 🤘
@haaa911 2 жыл бұрын
Old 😂😂😂💯💯💯💯🙏🙏🙏
@AngelTechno 2 жыл бұрын
@@haaa911 Lol, I started when I was 11, I got a long way to go before I get old.
@justneja 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the encouragement, Tyler! I just got my sax yesterday and Google lied when it said it was easy!🤣🤣🤣
@LesAdosDominent 2 жыл бұрын
Dude I make so much noise, probably destroying my neighbours’ well being
@randomclam4005 2 жыл бұрын
Been playing sax for 5 years, absolutely love it! Good luck on your journey my fellow players!! :))
@santanajustice7278 2 жыл бұрын
Thank u
@Legoman8612 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate
@Caillouteletub123 2 жыл бұрын
I'm a flute player and starting the saxophone, I wonder if the switch is hard.
@randomclam4005 2 жыл бұрын
@@Caillouteletub123 hmmm, well I've never played the flute, but I do know that the way you have to blow is wayy different. I've heard the flute is harder. I learned the saxophone pretty quick. I hope this helps!
@georgemaiden5310 8 ай бұрын
How long does it take to learn the sax ?
@bigsquatchsasfoot1964 2 жыл бұрын
I took up the sax because after 50 years of playing the drums I was fed up with lugging it around ! Simple as that really lol can’t wait to get to my first gig with just a sax sounds like bliss 🤣
@McGillMusicSaxSchool 2 жыл бұрын
Ha! Yes definitely quicker pack down after the gig as a Sax player!
@BeatsBrowne 2 жыл бұрын
Same.....But im 15
@mark_vs___ 2 жыл бұрын
get a bass. its the drums with notes ;)
@jameschapman9505 2 жыл бұрын
I'm 70 years old and I received a sax for Christmas and I've never played an musical instrument. Very motivated because I've always wanted to play and now I've got the time. Your lessons have been very informative as well as enjoyable Thanks .
@McGillMusicSaxSchool 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks James. Great to hear the lessons helped you. We have so much more to help you in our main member area when you’re ready : saxschoolonline.com
@RexyFan 2 жыл бұрын
How’s the sax journey going so far ??
@doowaditti 2 жыл бұрын
Do it you old codger...I'm gonna go rent an alto sax and I'm 70 too Haven't played an instrument since 7th grade....tuba ,then trombone.Let me know how you are doing.
@suewallis100 Жыл бұрын
How have you got I’m 64 and want to play
@shekwosaadasola4514 Жыл бұрын
I need more videos
@RenKnight347 3 ай бұрын
My late father set up his stereo speakers on either side of my crib. Dad played a lot of John Coltrane, Miles Davis and The Dave Brubeck Quartet. So, Paul Desmond with his horn solo on Take Five has always been my inspiration. Thank you, Dad for the coolest exposure that a father could present to his son. R.I.P. Dad!
@NgaireHarrison-lp8rv 7 ай бұрын
UB40 saxophonist inspired me in 1984 I played for a while now I’m over 50 I’m picking up the sax up again 💜
@McGillMusicSaxSchool 7 ай бұрын
Go for it!
@jli19848 Ай бұрын
Spandau ballet saxophonist bring me here.
@ihyrey3940 4 ай бұрын
I’m a flute player from my school, and I just love the sounds of tenor saxophones. I wanted to try out a new instrument as well as playing gorgeous songs in the saxophone. Its what inspired me to play the saxophone!
@j-pastel-yellow 17 күн бұрын
i'm primarily a guitar player, and about a year ago i went to see a tash sultana concert. about halfway through the set, they pulled out a saxophone and i was utterly entranced. i always had a passing intrest in the saxophone, and had considered picking it up, but i just never got around to it. a little while ago, i remembered that i had my grandma's highschool band sax in a closet, and i've spent the last couple weeks getting it back into playing shape. we'll see how it goes, but i'm pretty excited
@aadwaarts4254 17 күн бұрын
ik ben 72 jaar en heb een alt sax gekocht. probeer nu via deze video sax te spelen. Ik ben door Candy Dulver verslaafd geraakt aan deze sound, ik vind jou video geweldig . dank je wel
@McGillMusicSaxSchool 15 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching. I’m so glad this video inspired you. Lots more help available when you are ready here: saxschoolonline.com
@abigailgodfrey4778 Жыл бұрын
My beautiful grandad passed away last year. He had such a passion for jazz and we would spend hours listwning to his vinyl collection, I'm learning because he know he can hear me and would be so proud ☺️
@McGillMusicSaxSchool Жыл бұрын
Sorry to hear about your Grandad.
@just_no5287 2 жыл бұрын
Honestly I can't name a piece that I inspired me more than Just the two of us by Gover Washington Jr. Everything about this tune is great and the sax solo as iconic as it gets.
@McGillMusicSaxSchool 2 жыл бұрын
Grover was a legend!
@spchristv236 Жыл бұрын
What really inspired me to play is the sound of it... It is always pleasant to my ears and I love it.
@rodneychannel.3026 4 ай бұрын
Dean Ivanhoe Fraser the Jamaican saxophonist and the maestro of reggae. What inspired me most was the flat bridge album, It is a master piece. The sound of Dean’s sax on a track elevates it to another level. I'm just getting started!!
@elliedunwoody1856 2 жыл бұрын
Just The Two of Us sax solo is amazing. It’s what made me want to play.
@McGillMusicSaxSchool 2 жыл бұрын
Classic. Great track.
@IntuitiveSoul-bz2eo 2 жыл бұрын
I played alto sax in band in middle school for two years, but my original instrument pick was drums. I taught myself how to play drums at age 5 and was already playing in church by the time I was in middle school. I picked drums, but my band teacher didn’t want female drummers so she lied and said all of her percussion spots were filled and I had to pick another instrument. I chose alto sax because my older brother played alto sax. Eventually I got a new band teacher and he allowed me to transition from alto sax to percussion. I’ve also played baritone sax. I’m just relearning some things now in remembrance of my brother. 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
@itz_ian8175 Жыл бұрын
I also wanted to play sax in band for middle school, but I got elected into orchestra.
@spartansquid5931 Жыл бұрын
I'm also a drummer! My Sax is arriving in a few days, can't wait to branch out. Couldn't stick with guitar or piano but I'm feeling confident about Sax.
@RubyMcCready 6 ай бұрын
It's been my dream to play the saxophone for the past 6 years. I finally have one and I am so excited to learn it!
@Spokes10 3 ай бұрын
I fucking hate playing saxophone, like I’m getting pressured to learn even though it don’t want to
@RubyMcCready 3 ай бұрын
@@Spokes10 that's a shame I'm sorry about that:( I guess it's not for everyone
@player50932 3 жыл бұрын
The first time I saw the Saxophone was on a TV show called Shanana, Big Lenny played the instrument, just loved it , this was way back in the 70's, got my as a 40th birthday gift, started to learn, lost interest and took it up again 15 years later. So i start from scratch.
@mickd6357 3 жыл бұрын
This is very exciting to me! I bought a Tenor Sax simply because I love the way it sounds. I taught dancing for years and always had an appreciation for the music. To start playing a sax is a real joy and the lessons make total sense! Thanks a bunch!!!
@rebel95productions30 2 жыл бұрын
Watching INXS at Wembley Stadium hearing Never Tear Us Apart got me to pick up a sax and do more than sing. I played clarinet for four years in school and I'm hoping to start an INXS tribute band sooner than later.
@McGillMusicSaxSchool 2 жыл бұрын
That’s a great goal! INXS were iconic!
@jstevenson1989 7 ай бұрын
I played alto and baritone sax in highschool. This was almost 19 years ago. I just went to a show for a band called Moon Hooch and the bass saxophone player inspired me to play again! I am so jazzed about playing Micheal Wilburs music, I love the sound and I just want to play again. I'm going to start playing in a reggae/ska band so I want to learn the saxophone again and really get myself in the sax mindset again. Thank you for your videos, they are wonderful in helping me relearn the alto sax!
@anthonythompson9638 7 ай бұрын
I’m 41 and I just listen to “when you’re smiling “ Louie Armstrong, I immediately looked for a learning video and now I need to find a sax. Long journey but I’m inspired to learn! Great video!
@talonpyle7120 2 жыл бұрын
This might sound weird, but what inspired me was a middle school band concert. At the time I was in middle school and I had gone to see some friends perform, and at that time I had to interest in music. However, after the concert I was just inspired, and I went straight home and told my mom that I wanted to play the saxophone. This video was very helpful, so thank you for making it, your a great teacher!
@chops5853 2 жыл бұрын
First song that inspired me to play sax - #41 by Dave Mathews Band. The solo LeRoi Moore plays on the outro was one of the most beautiful sounds I have ever heard. Then that opened up the whole world of jazz to me and Getz, Coltrane and Bird and all the amazing players Miles would feature
@raymondswartz2068 2 жыл бұрын
It is people like you McGill that makes a difference in so many peoples lives. Keep up the good work. I have learned quit a bit in the a few minutes from you. You're awesome sir.
@_nameless_2607 7 ай бұрын
Started on clarinet 3 years ago and switched to playing trumpet in marching band lasts year, my friends in the sax section managed to switch me back over to reed instruments and I'm going to play alto in community band next month! Having fun learning so far, its a great instruments and I'm glad I got my hands on one
@khethanidarrylmadzhie1348 2 жыл бұрын
Just finished the first lesson and it got me so excited. I bought the saxophone 3 years back and never got to practice until now. Today was my first lesson and I must say I am enjoying your video. Thank you so much. All the way from South Africa 🇿🇦
@McGillMusicSaxSchool 2 жыл бұрын
Great to hear you are getting started. Keep going!
@charliehippler770 2 жыл бұрын
I don't even own a sax, but am considering getting into it someday. Billy Joel's music is definitely my biggest inspiration for wanting to learn the sax. More specifically, his song 'New York State of Mind' is an all time favorite and primary inspiration.
@JesusisAlive_33 2 ай бұрын
10:25 what made me interested in learning the saxophone is listening to a guy play "Careless whisper" using one, it was absolutely beautiful
@davidolson2363 2 жыл бұрын
I'm 73. Just ordered my first sax. A Growling Sax-Tenor. Great 1st lesson video. Looking forward to playing.
@thepredestined5933 2 жыл бұрын
I've all ways been fascinated with the sax and i also love the way it sounds and i had my great grandpas beautiful alpha sax in our storage so we got it out and started playing it
@McGillMusicSaxSchool 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome!
@YourBromie 2 жыл бұрын
i just have loved saxophone tunes and songs, i am in band class and i started with the drums but didnt feel right so i decided to try the sax and my god i learned how to make a sound quick!
@ratelf1002 2 жыл бұрын
I play the saxophone too! ^^ I’m learning how to play it in band right now actually! Im in the beginning of band tho I just joined and it’s really fun ^^
@eliababundiz5735 2 жыл бұрын
Me too dude
@philipzivnuska7321 8 ай бұрын
I'm 71 years old. I was inspired to try to learn the saxophone by listening to "Detour" by Boney James. He's Soooooo Smooooooth ! My first saxophone is on order. I watched the KZfaq video Boney James - Detour (Official Performance Video)
@McGillMusicSaxSchool 8 ай бұрын
Boney does have a great sound. You’ll enjoy the interview I did with him here: saxschoolonline.com/articles/boney-james-interview/.
@philipzivnuska7321 8 ай бұрын
Thanks for the link. That was a great, enlightening interview. I enjoyed it very much. Well done! @@McGillMusicSaxSchool
@jakobgibbs7244 2 жыл бұрын
Just turned 22 and always wanted a saxophone. Ub40 were always my biggest inspirations loved listening to them growing up
@coreytabron1758 2 жыл бұрын
I’ve always wanted to learn how play Alto Sax and am really glad I found your lessons here. You’re great man thanks
@McGillMusicSaxSchool 2 жыл бұрын
Go for it Corey. We have a bunch of free lessons to get you started here: saxschoolonline.com/courses
@Greg-qh7sq Жыл бұрын
I’m a brass player who plays trombone and Euphonium, I’m really good friends with all the saxophones in my High School, and it looks like such a fun instrument to play. I also wanted to get a taste of what it’s like being a woodwind musician, and I think it’d be awesome if I could play on both sides of the musical spectrum. 🎺🎷
@tedfrantic Жыл бұрын
What inspired me was getting into jazz over last couple of years. Saxophonists I’ve really loved so far are Lester Young, Coleman Hawkins … and just absolutely in love with what I’ve heard of John Coltrane so far. Had a few weeks of lessons. At age 42 , busy life/kids and with no musical training/knowledge , its hard to learn, and slow going. But I’ll try and keep chipping away , a little a day. And I’m enjoying learning! Enjoyed the video
@rhondamitchell8025 2 жыл бұрын
I'm 50. I play keys and do vocals in a cover band after a very long hiatus of not playing at all. Back in high school, I played clarinet and tried to switch to sax, but it never worked out. Every since, I've sworn that one day I wanted to learn sax. However, I never pursued it. Recently, I joined a rock band once again, playing keys and singing. We did a gig last weekend and some random person from the audience happened to be a sax player and asked kindly if he could join us on stage if we did any "blues-style" songs. When he joined us, all my thoughts of playing sax came back to life. I am going to buy one and figure out how to play the thing! I'm not getting any younger!
@MaiNguyen-ef7be 2 жыл бұрын
I just got my first sax yesterday and this video helped me to make my first notes. You make it very easy to understand. Love your work and ❤
@jeffreyvargas2007 2 жыл бұрын
What did you purchase, I want to purchase one, I've never played any instruments. Any recommendations?
@wilko7530 Жыл бұрын
At 55 years old I’ve always kicked myself for not learning an instrument so how’s my chance! Love the sound of a saxophone, inspired by late 70s/early 80s ska and 2-tone like Madness plus, of course, George Michael’s Careless Whisper. These intros to learning will invaluable, thanks
@ReallionaireDad Ай бұрын
I hinted to my oldest daughter (who just started self-learning the Bass) that I might pick an instrument to learn anew as well. I’ve always loved the sound of the sax and well I think I’ll start there with the tenor. A song that inspires me is Broken Hearted Kota by Joseph Shabason - I’d relax by my fireplace with a cigar and square-bottom glass of cognac and enjoy the frequency
@McGillMusicSaxSchool Ай бұрын
Nice! Go for it and come see for help when you get your sax 🎷👍
@KolbRaphi Жыл бұрын
I am 75 years old, purchased my Tenor sax about 8 years ago but never started to learn playing (I know - BAD!!!). Now I am starting, had my firsts lesson and hope to stick with it. So far - love the lesson and hope to se more lessons here
@TheSteve1037 2 жыл бұрын
I'm a guitar player and I've started to absolutely love jazz, but I unfortunately I don't like a lot of jazz guitar playing... I haven't gotten one yet, but Wayne Shorter is my favorite player and I'd love to learn some his work down the road. The Speak No Evil album is incredible.
@spartansquid5931 Жыл бұрын
Just learn prog metal guitar, basically better jazz guitar
@DangerousWordsPodcast 7 ай бұрын
I was a militant atheist for over 40 years until I was saved by Jesus Christ. Then one night he put a dream in my head that I was going to play saxophone. So today I went and bought one.
@bhavnakazega678 3 ай бұрын
Jesus loves you Amen!
@theunkownstarr 2 ай бұрын
I hope it goes well!
@Samtheboy 14 күн бұрын
Jesus is awesome
@michaelbonello7795 Жыл бұрын
I'm 67 years old and I'm learning as many interments as I can. I started with a mouth organ, then piano and now the sax. I love that sax man that plays a solo part in a song! it gives the song a distinctive imprint and is easily recognisable..like Sting's Englishman in New York
@MrClaudeRIA 3 ай бұрын
One thing that I think was extremely helpful as a beginner was learning how to properly use the lower thumb to push the instrument forward (rather than holding it up like a clarinet) and how to align the neck-strap properly. Very underrated techniques, much like not resting my arm on my leg while playing. Nice Video!
@mathewmacchi8633 2 жыл бұрын
Great video mate. Thanks for taking the time to teach others by making the videos. I have always wanted to play sax but never been able to afford one 14years later got one yah.... Pink floyd money,
@McGillMusicSaxSchool 2 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome Matthew. Hope this video helped and well done for getting started!
@richieforde 2 жыл бұрын
Started leaning in October, I love it even though it is a challenge. My two songs that made me want to play are also goals to achieve. First song is Love, Joy and Passion by Euge Groove. I love this song it is such a great example of the skill required and one day I will be able to play this. (2 year target) second song is Michael Lington’s Silent Night from the smooth Soul Holiday album. My target is to be able to play this by Christmas 2022. Wish me luck 🍀
@Lindastyle Жыл бұрын
How is it going with Silent Night? Did you make the deadline? It's almost Christmas.
@SiddhantGoenka.Official 7 ай бұрын
How's it goin ?
@yuteckfoo2159 Жыл бұрын
I love Kenny G and especially when listening to his playing, calms my soul. Once I met him in Singapore Airport while boarding the plane... what an honour. I have always wanted to play Sax but couldn't afford one till yesterday. Managed to buy a used sax... hopefully that will be the beginning of my journey, diving into the world of sax.
@janetwhite4272 2 жыл бұрын
Just starting again after getting my sax overhauled, and still finding I was squeaking...probably getting the mouth/reed combo wrong... the saxophonist in Supertramp inspired me. Amazing. As well as other sax players over the years.
@marcosudeept 4 жыл бұрын
George Michaels' Careless Whisper and Kenny G's Sentimental are my biggest inspiration
@McGillMusicSaxSchool 4 жыл бұрын
Love it. Great tracks to get you going on sax!
@danaemberley5855 3 жыл бұрын
this is great I learned to play when I was 14, but haven't really played in 25 years - My brother paid to repair my sax (some pads & buttons had fallen off) for my birthday so now I'm ready to try again! A refresher is what I'm looking for since I remember the basic scales but would love to start playing ska & swing! I clicked on the link but it says the site can't be reached - is the toolkit still available to download?
@jacori836 2 жыл бұрын
I picked up the sax for the first time in almost 15 years on yesterday. I fell in love all over again, needless to say!
@woowoo2903 11 ай бұрын
Fell in love with the sound of the sax when i first heard Baker Street as a teenager. Have wanted to play (or even just touch one!) ever since but have never found the time. Went to a madness tribute band a couple of weeks ago and was mesmerized by the sax all night. Im now 55 and think its about time it came off of my bucket list. So im looking to buy a second hand Alto Saxophone and give it a go. Wish me luck.
@doktorjoerg 4 жыл бұрын
I am already way beyond this point, but it's great to see you still care for all the beginners! Much appreciated!
@McGillMusicSaxSchool 4 жыл бұрын
Cheers! Thanks for watching.
@tobeystinyhouse Жыл бұрын
My sax solo moment was Men at Work.....Who can it be now? :)
@MichaelCarr926 Жыл бұрын
I remember listening to an 8 track of Boots Randolph when i was a kid and thinking "I love this sound". So I joined band in middle school and played until I broke my wrist in a fight. Now I'm 43 and hearing it in genres I wouldn't normally think a saxophone would work, like in Volbeat's "Wait A Minute My Girl," and it's made me fall in love with the sound again.
@user-mw6yg2fo3o Жыл бұрын
i am now 62 years young and relearning the alto sax, I played the alto sax in high school band, and because I didn't own my sax when I graduated it went back to the school, my sisters bought me an alto sax for my birthday a few years ago, anyway I have decided to get back to my love of playing my sax and your lessons are making it easy for me to relearn how to play, thank you.
@kirayoshikage9969 3 жыл бұрын
I am here because I wanna play za gud old 80's japanese songs in sax..🤧✨✨
@DeogratiusJrMichael 4 жыл бұрын
kenny G is my idol..
@McGillMusicSaxSchool 4 жыл бұрын
Cool
@TuskegeeCadet 3 жыл бұрын
My god...
@nolant7622 11 ай бұрын
I just started at 19, my dad always wanted me to play an instrument but I could never find one I was interested in, but I began thinking back to high school band. I always wanted to play a saxophone but I just didn't want to have to learn, now I'm a bit older and it's easier than I thought. So thanks for the help, will definitely stick around to learn more.
@davekrolick Жыл бұрын
Lisa Simpson
@jules_mc_fly 6 ай бұрын
The sax on „Take 5“ was just so clean, I immediately got interested. But just Jazz in general
@misskpyle6885 2 жыл бұрын
My husband has been talking about wanting to play saxophone for quite a while now. His motivation was the sexy sax man tunes. But he also said he's always wanted to learn an instrument at some point. I surprised him for his birthday and got him a rental alto sax! I played clarinet for 9 years, from fifth grade through the beginning of college. It would be much smoother for me to teach him on a tenor but we have an alto for now. He's never played an instrument or read music before. Wish us luck!
@StarreWalker-dd4lp Ай бұрын
I’m actually a clarinet player, so listening to Benny Goodman with my great grandma was what got me into jazz! Just now learning alto after having played tenor in jazz since middle school.
@katiel.gilmore8605 2 ай бұрын
My introduction to sax began in the 60s in 4th grade from a storybook; Melindy's Medal. I had no idea of what it was, what it looked like, or what it sounded like. During the following school year, our first music teacher arrived, and he showed a film that showed all of the music instruments and a sample of what they sounded like. Once I heard the sound of that alto sax, I was hooked! By the time I was in 6th grade , the new music teacher, who was also a band leader, established the first marching band for that elementary school. Guess who was first to sign up and for which instrument?😂..I played all the way through high school, along with Basson for concert band. I'm now 63 and looking forward to picking up where I left off. Thanks so much for your help .. 🎶🎷
@jenniferhendrix8462 2 ай бұрын
I played in high school and wanted to revisit it now in my 40's as a hobby.
@kylegallie5525 2 жыл бұрын
Lifelong musician here, primarily a drummer. I listen to a lot of prog metal and the tipping point for me was hearing the sax solo in D.O.S.E by Intervals and seeing how much fun their guest saxophonists have with it live. I NEED to learn to the sax, it's just too cool! I've also recently started getting really into this new wave of 80s-inspired synth pop stuff coming out, and epic, summery sax solos are making a big comeback in this genre too (see tracks like Nothing New by The Strike, Kyra (The Midnight Remix) by Clubhouse). Can't wait to get started, thanks for the guidance!
@spartansquid5931 Жыл бұрын
Great song, for me it was Rivers of Nihil's "The Void From Which No Sound Escapes." Also sort of prog metal, if you can handle growls I gauruntee you'd love it.
@scopex2749 Жыл бұрын
I started out playing piano, keyboards synths, then drums and guitars. Now sadly arthritis is preventing me doing that so I bought an Alto. As a child my late father used to play a lot of Jazz on his reel to reel tape deck and one tune I loved was by a quartet led by Dave Brubeck with Paul desmond on Alto called - 'TAKE 5'. (probably before your time!) Also Baker street but a guy called Kenny G really brought relaxing sax into the forefront of music. Late night listening driving on a summer night. He had VERY famous chart hit with 'SONGBIRD' on alto. SUPERB. GREAT LESSONS!
@philipwright1073 Жыл бұрын
55,years old and never played a instrument in my life,but had my first introductory saxophone lesson today Sooooo much fun
@ScottFalcon-yx1zn Жыл бұрын
I'm 57 and after playing guitar extensively since the age of thirteen I always wanted to emulate the smooth rolling soundz of the saxophone notes on My guitar. And now at this particular moment I decided to pick up the sex phone cuz I've always appreciated the saxophone and the beautiful sounds that can make melodically, list listening to David Sanborn the dream and Dave koz I am you you are me the songs touch my heart from the very beginning the strong melati way I always tried to emulate my guitar solos to be like them songs now I'm trying to learn the saxophone at at age 57 and I've learned the first six notes from you I really appreciated how you made it simple.
@loopsmunguia2765 7 ай бұрын
So excited, I just bought an Alto Saxophone for my boyfriend for Christmas, and getting him 4 lessons on a gift Certificate... plus now I ran into your videos.. I'm so happy I did.. I will forward and share your videos once Christmas has passed . He is 68 years old and he Always wanted to play since he was in Junior High.. He is ready to retire soon and sell his business of 29 years... I am hoping he will love this great surprise and gift.. He is a cancer servivor and is still under treatment now. I HOPE THIS WILL BRING HIM SOME HOPE TO KEEP GOING ON... THANK YOU.. LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING HIM GROW AND LEARN..
@McGillMusicSaxSchool 7 ай бұрын
Wonderful to hear your boyfriend is getting started. We have loads to help him inside Sax School - be sure to get him to take our 14 day trial to help him get up and running saxschoolonline.com
@loopsmunguia2765 7 ай бұрын
Great... will do.so.. loved your videos..
@jviss07 4 ай бұрын
Just got an alto sax yesterday. I'm an old guy, retired. Never played a wind instrument before. Inspired by jazz, Cannonball Adderley in particular. Bought a 1980 vintage Armstrong alto sax for short money.
@16Saved67Sally22 Жыл бұрын
Music educator here, just trying to acclimatize myself with all beginner band instruments. The song that really made saxophone special to me and was one of my favorites growing up but the theme from Poirot starring David Suchet. Just a great classic gumshoe feel. Thank you so much for this resource!
@McGillMusicSaxSchool Жыл бұрын
Oh yeah, that’s a classic! Thanks for watching.
@lovemusic8470 9 ай бұрын
I accidentally watched your lesson which wasn't on my mind and kept watching it to the end. I really liked it and you convinced me to by alto saxophone 🎷 and much appreciated for you giving this opportunity to learn someone doesn't have a clue like me, I hope I have to keep following up your tutorial.
@edwindavis429 6 ай бұрын
The saxophone solo in Sade’s ‘Is It a Crime’ brought me here. Can’t wait to learn my first instrument
@drevonyoung4997 8 ай бұрын
well i heard it from this new orleans band that my friend took me too and they were doing jazz and many other songs. this one woman was famous in new orleans and brought her little kids and her little band to dallas. my eyes were focused on the saxophone player and how she did many tricks and amazing sounds she made. thats what made me want to start playing.
@stelero 7 ай бұрын
For a novice, I really enjoyed this video. I listened to 'One Step Beyond' & 'The Prince'. Ska all the way! I know it's not easy but I just wanted an insight. No faff. Straight to the point.
@briantremblay9157 Жыл бұрын
thank you so much for this free knowledge, Ive recently bought an 1978 Alexandere had it over hauled and had no idea where to start, this video was extremely help full, and for me what really made me fall in love with the sax was the saxophone work in Bob Segers Turn The Page.
@vatavianhatter 6 ай бұрын
50 years old and been singing swing for ages. decided after hearing the sax solo from Big Bad Voodoo Daddy's song Still In love With You that if I'm already singing it, I might as well learn to play it as well
@heta-jeminapudas7846 4 ай бұрын
Ive always been musical, done lots of singing and learned to play keys at young age. Sax has always been my dream to play and with double bass I find it the most sexiest instrument in the entire world. I’ve now starting lessons with sax, got myself a tenor sax and am just thrilled to see if I can switch my horizontal view of keys into vertical one ❤ as to what inspired me to this instrument there are so many, it just is the most amazing sound in the entire world
@user-bi1wq8lf3f Ай бұрын
I’ve been playing a bb trombone since 4th grade and am just now starting to play bari sax and am very society
@frankfontaine2906 9 ай бұрын
@McGill Music Sax School I wanted to play a saxophone for the school band back in 4th grade. Hearing a bit of jazz is what inspired me.
@rokkimason4199 Жыл бұрын
I'm 64 and just started on Sax. I chose a Tenor because I love that sound. Ordered my Tenor last Tuesday,and it arrived on Thursday( the next week) and I'm stoked! Got it put together,all the parts are there. It has a black nickel finish and it's heavy! I am in Love!!!!!
@rokkimason4199 Жыл бұрын
I was inspired by some local players,by Dexter Gordon's sound,by Lisa Simpson, albeit she plays Baritone,but mainly inspired by the history and Majesty of this instrument. Why did I waste my elementary school band classes playing Trumpet and Cornet??? I should have been a Sax man all along!!!! Oh well,64 is a good time to start on my next journey!!!
@harrycundall7821 2 жыл бұрын
Rock and Metalhead here,. A few jazz pieces namely from Scott Hamilton really had me intrigued by learning the sax but it was a lot of the synthwave scene that has me hooked. Seeing Tim Cappello collab with Gunship or many of the Midnight's tracks (Jason, River of Darkness) that really inspired me to pick up a sax!
@Derekanic. 2 ай бұрын
A keyboardist for 2 years, drummer and guitarist for 1, I am very excited to start learning some sax for my band!
@McGillMusicSaxSchool 2 ай бұрын
Awesome. Go for it!
@24435691 Жыл бұрын
62 years old and just received my first alto sax off the wife. The piece that inspired me is Two young lovers off the Alchemy album by Dire Straits. Mel Collins? Brilliant. My Grandad could get a tune out of anything. Time to see if it runs in the family. 🙂🙂
@cozsmudge6544 Жыл бұрын
Baker street! most definitely. My son started playing and I've always loved the Sax, I'm 51 now and so want to join him. got my Sax today so looking forward to starting. keep you posted!
@jpoteat21 Ай бұрын
Careless whispers and ribbon in the sky
@McGillMusicSaxSchool Ай бұрын
Classics!!
@MultiSteveg 5 ай бұрын
What got me wanting to play the Sax is the sound .The songs that caught my ear was . Ain't no Sunshine when she's gone ,,Perfect ---and Jenson Frankland playing Gospel - I sing praises to your Name . On Saxaphone.
@frankmartinez2655 Жыл бұрын
Joe Huston,Earl Bostc,Paul Desmond.,Gerry Mulligan, and the list goes on Yeah!
@McGillMusicSaxSchool Жыл бұрын
Love all of them!
@celesticforce2367 5 ай бұрын
My great uncle passed his sax down to my mother and I, I played flute, clarinet and oboe. So I got the ambusher right and can make sweet sound, but I don’t know a single note 😅 glad KZfaq university exists
@mattpovah5952 Жыл бұрын
I played in school and into my early twenties, but now have not played in over twenty years. Just got an old tenor and am planning to start again. Thanks for making these videos!
@McGillMusicSaxSchool Жыл бұрын
Awesome! Go for it!
@russellnaylor2046 Ай бұрын
My Dad played sax professionally in the Air Force Band and he also played in Jack Ruby's club in Dallas Tx. I took up guitar but now Im old 69 and am thinking about taking up the sax.
@karenstewart9833 7 ай бұрын
As comments below 60 years old and now have time to learn. Loved Gerry Rafferty Baker Street Hazel O Connor will you Roxy music jealous guy love them all and later David Gilmore Red sky at night.I had a guy from work who was going to teach me so I bought my alto sax. Developed adult asthma so couldn't play and now starting from scratch again. very much a visual learner so looking forward to your lessons
@TheFeliciajoy 4 ай бұрын
The movie Mo betta blues. The character midnight and that saxs was everything!!! Just purchased my alto sax. So excited
@slushpuppy6991 3 жыл бұрын
I know that this is a late comment, I just found your channel. I am getting back in to playing my alto I haven't played it since 1st year in highschool so 15 years. I have forgotten a lot of stuff and thought to myself hey what's out there on KZfaq. Well I wanted to share the song that I fell in love with when I was a young kid that got me wanting to play the horn, and that was Old Time Rock n' Roll by Bob Seger. I always loved the saxophone in his songs. Thanks for this video just what the Dr. ordered to help get me back into playing.
@rashislop 5 ай бұрын
I just got a sax as a bday gift from my friend and I am learning to play happy birthday for my mom's birthday :-) Later on I want to learn calypso and then jazz songs.
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