Many years ago in the early 2000s, I had the "first and only saxophone workshop on the web as a podcast". That was "The Saxtips Podcast". In those 20+ episodes I shared music from up and coming saxophonists, interviews, and of course, sax and improvisation tips.
On this platform, I will be doing my best to combine all the above and add video to the mix! :-)
Return to this spot frequently and send me an email with your questions and suggestions!
I'm always glad to hear from my visitors and fans!
Greetings Saxophonists,
In the rich tapestry of musical expression, the art of phrasing stands as a universal pursuit, weaving its way through the genres of classical and jazz. This edition of our newsletter is a celebration of the harmonious blend…
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When purchasing a saxophone, it's important to invest in a quality instrument that will provide a rich and enjoyable playing experience. However, with so many options available on the market, it can be difficult to determine which saxophone is worth…
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Breathing!
Breathing is vital for life and critical for saxophone players to optimize their performance. Without proper breathing technique, saxophonists may struggle to play long phrases, leading to subpar performances. Here are some essential breathing exercises for saxophonists to improve…
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Doubling!
For those saxophonists who plan to make playing music their profession, playing several woodwinds is eventually a necessity in order to keep yourself in supply of enough work. There is also much to gain out of what you learn…
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I remember my first solo. I played in my High School's Junior Jazz Big Band. I was 15, and I played 2nd alto in the band. We had a concert at school. We played a funky rock tune, and…
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Today, I was informed by a friend, that a mutual friend posted on their Facebook page that saxophonist Steve Grossman, had died.
If you are or were a private student of mine, a follower of my posts, my YouTube…
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This time I'm reviewing the A.L.E. "Reed Balancer". Soon I'll be doing another video on reed preparation in general:
What it is, How to do it, What to look for, What to avoid, What tools are on the market.
See…
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This video demonstrates how to start playing exercises on the mouthpiece and the reasons why you should do it.
Download the exercises here.
This video is an extension of a previously uploaded video "5 Things You're Practicing Incorrectly and How To Correct Them". - This video will discuss how to practice jazz patterns.
Check out the entire video here!
Enjoy!
This is in part a follow-up on a previous video of mine; "5 Things You're Practicing Incorrectly and How To Correct Them". This video displays a way to approach practicing technique and technical issues within a piece or music, or…
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