Saxophone accessories

How to Improve Intonation on the Saxophone

2026-09-11T15:47:59+02:00

Unlike fixed-pitch instruments such as the piano, the saxophone does not produce perfectly stable tuning on its own. As a wind instrument, its pitch constantly depends on the player: breath support, embouchure, voicing, mouthpiece position, choice of reed and, above all, listening skills directly influence intonation. In other words, playing in tune on the saxophone is not simply a matter of ‘tuning’ your instrument once and for all; it is an active skill developed over time. This is all the more true because every saxophone has its own intonation tendencies. Models, [...]

How to Improve Intonation on the Saxophone2026-09-11T15:47:59+02:00

How to Choose Your First Saxophone Mouthpiece: A Beginner’s Guide

2026-07-13T11:21:48+02:00

When buying a first saxophone, people often spend a great deal of time comparing different instruments. Yet one of the most important components is often the mouthpiece. Although small, it has a considerable influence on the sound, playing comfort and the musician’s experience. Two saxophonists playing exactly the same instrument can produce very different sounds simply because they use different mouthpieces. If you have started researching saxophone mouthpieces, you have probably come across a multitude of brands, models and technical terms such as tip opening, chamber and [...]

How to Choose Your First Saxophone Mouthpiece: A Beginner’s Guide2026-07-13T11:21:48+02:00

Essential Accessories for Every New Saxophonist

2025-03-18T09:09:43+01:00

Embarking on your saxophone journey is an exciting experience, and having the right equipment is essential to making it enjoyable and rewarding. Essential accessories such as mouthpieces, reeds and straps not only improve your comfort and sound quality, but also make learning and practising more rewarding. Poorly chosen accessories, on the other hand, can hinder your progress and leave you discouraged. This article explores several brands and models of these essential accessories and offers recommendations for new adult saxophonists. Here, we will focus on three essential accessories: reeds, mouthpieces [...]

Essential Accessories for Every New Saxophonist2025-03-18T09:09:43+01:00
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