Can an alto sax player play a tenor sax?

When playing a tenor saxophone, an alto sax player needs to loosen up and take a bit more of the tenor mouthpiece into their mouth to achieve a consistent sound. Generally, with a larger instrument, more air will be required to play. The amount of air to play tenor sax is noticeably greater.

Are alto and tenor sax in the same key?

Other than the size and the key, the alto and tenor sax are pretty much identical. The alto is pitched in the key of Eb, meaning when the piano plays a C, the same pitch on the alto is Eb. Likewise, the tenor is pitched in Bb, so when the piano plays a C the same pitch on the tenor is Bb.

Is alto sax easier than tenor?

The short answer—there is not that much of a difference between the alto sax and the tenor sax playing-wise. They are both equally as easy or hard for beginners to play although the alto is, arguably, a bit easier, fingering-wise.

How do you make an alto sax sound like a tenor?

So, if you had to do this live, you could just play the lower end of the alto e.g. from middle G down. It won’t sound the same, but it will mimic that part of the tenor’s range. You could also use a thicker reed and a mouthpiece that will make you sound more similar to a tenor.

How do you growl on a saxophone?

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Should I learn tenor or alto sax?

The alto saxophone is a great choice when you’re starting out. Tenor sax is bigger than alto but another really popular choice for a beginner player. The Tenor saxophone has larger reeds compared to the Alto saxophone. Tenor sax has a fuller, deeper sound while Alto sax has a higher-pitched sound.

Can you growl with an alto sax?

The most common way to growl on alto or tenor saxophone is to “sing” through your saxophone when you play. To do this, put your sax in your mouth as if you are going to play a note. Form your embouchure as normal but start by singing through your sax.

What are the best alto saxophone brands?

Yamaha YAS-280 ​. The amazing,most beautifully sounding woodwind instrument Yamaha YAS-280 student saxophone.

What are the best tenor sax brands?

Woodwind & Brasswind carries all the best brands of tenor saxophone, including Allora, Yamaha, Keilworth, P. Mauriat and more. There is also a huge selection of tenor saxophone accessories like mouthpieces, ligatures, reeds, straps and hundreds of other items you need.

What is the alto sax range?

The range of the alto saxophone is from concert D♭3 (the D♭ below F—see Scientific pitch notation) to concert A♭5 (or A5 on altos with a high F♯ key). As with most types of saxophone, the standard written range is B♭3 to F6 (or F♯6). Above that, the altissimo register begins at F♯6 (or G6) and extends upwards.

What is the price of a tenor saxophone?

Tenor saxophones can range from $750 to as much as $8,000; however, most purchases will be within the $1,100 to $3,200 price range. An Alto saxophone, which is ideal for both students and for those who are on an intermediate level, can cost anywhere from $250 to $5,000.