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Premier Perf Alto Clarinet BK2-NOCD $11.69

SOUND INNOVATIONS BOOK 2 BAND METHOD ALTO CLARINET $7.25

ALTO SAXOPHONE STAND WITH CLARINET AND FLUTE PEG. N.I.B $15.00

10 set ligature for Alto sax and Clarinet Mouthpiece $29.99

100 pcs New Bb Clarinet and alto sax Ligature screws $59.99

Selmer Bb clarinet/alto sax reed case(10 reeds) NEW!!!!! $19.99

Leblanc L7165 Eb Alto Clarinet $1,739.00

Leblanc L7181 EEb Contra Alto Clarinet $2,729.00

Assorted lot Ligatures Caps and lyres saxophone clarinet 116 pieces alto tenor $112.50

TRADITION OF EXCELLENCE BOOK1 BAND METHOD ALTO CLARINET $8.45

ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS PATRIOTIC FAVORITES ALTO CLARINET $5.60

ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS CHRISTMAS FAVORITES ALTO CLARINET $5.60

ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS BROADWAY FAVORITES – ALTO CLARINET $5.60

10 set Quality ligature with octagonal cap for Alto sax and Clarinet $39.90

Selmer Paris Alto Clarinet – Wooden, pro model $2,395.00

Hal Leonard Intermediate Band Method Eb Alto Clarinet (Eb Clarinet) Book $6.95

For Saxes Only: Alto, Tenor, Baritone Sax, Trumpet or Clarinet Book $26.98

VINTAGE PICK + Flute Alto Tenor Bass Saxophone Piccolo Bassoon Clarinet Oboe Ad $2.25

Vintage BUNDY SELMER USA ALTO CLARINET And mouthpiece OHSC #17886 France $299.95

Classic Festival Solos (E-Flat Alto Clarinet), Volume 2 Solo Book Book Clarinet $7.95

Classic Festival Solos (E-Flat Alto Clarinet), Volume 1 Solo Book Book Clarinet $7.95

Classic Festival Solos (E-Flat Alto Clarinet), Volume 1 Piano Acc. Book Clarinet $9.95

Classic Festival Solos (E-Flat Alto Clarinet), Volume 2 Piano Acc. Book Clarinet $8.95

Student Instrumental Course: Alto Clarinet Student, Level I Book Clarinet $7.95

Practical Hints on Playing the Alto Clarinet Book Clarinet $8.95

RICO Reedgard Clarinet Alto Saxophone Reed Case Guard $3.99

Clarinet Alto Soprano Tenor Saxophone Reeds 2.5 Qty 20 $11.99

Clarinet Alto Soprano Tenor Saxophone Reeds 2.5 Qty 20 $11.99

Clarinet Alto Soprano Tenor Saxophone Reeds 2.5 Qty 20 $11.99

Clarinet Alto Soprano Tenor Saxophone Reeds 2.5 Qty 20 $11.99

CLARINET LIGATURE RARE Mitchell Lurie “Springboard” also fit Alto Sax Saxophone $89.42

Ployhar Band Method Eb Alto Clarinet Part 1 $4.95

RICO Reedgard Clarinet Alto Saxophone Reed Case Guard $3.25

RICO Reedgard Clarinet Alto Saxophone Reed Case Guard $3.99

Vandoren 5RV Eb Alto Clarinet Mouthpiece SPECIAL OFFER $189.76

Vintage Selmer Bundy Alto Clarinet – Resonite Body (10475) $499.99

Yamaha 4C Alto Clarinet Mouthpiece quality *NEW in box* $36.00

Woodwind Mouthpiece Brush Clarinet Soprano Alto Tenor Bari Sax Recorder Nylon $16.95

Eb Alto Clarinet~Band. Method Book $5.99

Rico Contra-Alto/Contrabass Clarinet Reeds Strength 2.5 Box of 10 $37.99

Buffet Classique Alto Clarinet Mouthpiece w/ L&C (C) $39.99

Hodge Alto Sax/Clarinet Reed Case – 6 $13.99

RICO ROYAL Alto Clarinet Reeds (#5.0, Box of 10) N $9.99

VITO ALTO CLARINET IN EXCELLENT PLAYING CONDITION $34.00

Standard of Excellence BOOK 1- Eb Alto Clarinet $7.95

Rico Reedgard IV Clarinet Alto Sax Holds 4 reeds $48.00

LeBlanc Professional Wood Alto Clarinet $749.00

Selmer Vanguard Trey Pak Alto Sax/Clarinet/Flute Case with Case Cover $128.00

Vintage Selmer Paris C* ALTO Clarinet Mouthpiece $68.99

Band Today~Eb Alto Clarinet~Part I~Ployhar $5.50

Excuisite Antique Albertson Alto Carl Fisher Low Pitch Clarinet $499.00

Silver-Plated Ligature for Alto Sax (Saxophone) or Bb Clarinet. Stamped: France. $49.00

Vandoren VRC20 ReedGuard For Alto Sax and Clarinet Reed $12.99

Vito alto clarinet upper joint part $5.00

VANDOREN TRADITIONAL ALTO CLARINET REEDS 3.0 – 10 PER B $27.95

VANDOREN TRADITIONAL ALTO CLARINET REEDS 3.5 – 10 PER B $27.95

VANDOREN TRADITIONAL ALTO CLARINET REEDS 4.0 – 10 PER B $27.95

Used Plastic Vito Alto Clarinet w\case NO RESERVE $2.25

Very Nice Used Plastic Vito Alto Clarinet w\case NO RESERVE $2.25

Very NiceUsed Plastic Selmer Bundy Alto Clarinet w\case NO RESERVE $20.50

Rare Leblanc III Model 451 Wood Alto Clarinet !NORESERVE! $716.00

6 Henri Selmer Neck Screws for Bass Clarinet/Alto Clarinet $9.99

Hercules Alto/Tenor Sax And Flute/Clarinet Stand, DS532B $41.80

Vintage Buffet Crampion Eb Alto Clarinet 1929 Plays Nice USQMC German Silver OLd $150.00

VANDOREN B44 ALTO CLARINET MOUTHPIECE $9.99

WURLITZER ALTO CLARINET MOUTHPIECE $9.99

Essential Technique 2000 – Eb Alto Clarinet – Essential Elements Method $7.99

Essential Elements 2000, Book 2 – Eb Alto Clarinet – Bk+CD $7.99

Alfred Rhythm Etudes Alto Sax E-Flat Horn/Clarinet $6.26

Alfred Rhythm Etudes E-Flat Alto Saxophone (E-Flat Horn E-Flat Clarinet) $6.26

MUSIC BOOK CHRISTMAS MELODIES FOR ALTO SAXOPHONE 1945 SHEET MUSIC CLARINET $9.95

1958 SELMER Bundy Resonite Clarinets Soprano Alto Bass Vintage Trade Ad $9.95

ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS PERFORMANCE FAVORITES ALTO CLARINET $5.59

APM Alto Clarinet Ligature Nickel Plated, 530N $12.25

Rico Alto Clarinet Reeds Size 2 New 25 Pack Unopened Box $45.00

Alto Clarinet

Can You Learn To Play The Saxophone?

Often used in jazz and popular music, this instrument was invented by Adolphe Sax in 1840. Patented in 1846, it did not gain popularity for many years. Sax invented this instrument while working on a clarinet and this is similar to that instrument. The inventor wanted the saxophone to have the power of brass and finesse of woodwind instrument.

The saxophone uses a single reed mouthpiece like a clarinet, but with a round or square evacuated inner chamber. The saxophone’s body is effectively conical, giving it acoustic properties like the oboe. However, unlike the oboe, whose tube is a single cone, most saxophones have a distinctive curve at the bell. Straight soprano and soprano saxophones are more common than curved ones, and a very few straight alto and tenor saxophones have been made, as novelties.

How are they made? All saxophones are made with brass. Other experiments have been tried as well like wood. After the construction of the saxophone, a lacquer is applied. The manufacturers however have an option to plate the saxophone with silver or gold to make it look better and give out better sound. A debate in the saxophone community believes that the sound of the saxophone changes with the lacquer. Some however do not believe this fact. Although research up to a point has proved that this might be true.

The mouth piece of the saxophone is made with rubber, metal or even plastic. Plastic mouth pieces are bad for sound while metal give out the best and deepest sound effect.

The beauty of sound emanating from saxophone has been well established today. Although this instrument is often played solo, ensembles are very much a possibility, particularly when several members of the saxophone family are played in combination.
Although only occasionally called for in orchestral music, saxophone sections (usually encompassing the alto, tenor, and baritone instruments, but sometimes also the soprano and/or bass) are an important part of the jazz big band, as well as military, concert, and marching bands. Ensembles made up exclusively of saxophones are also popular, with the most common being the saxophone quartet

Many believe that becoming a good saxophone player is relatively easy. More so when you are changing from another woodwind instrument. In actuality, a lot of practice is required to perfect the technique to play the saxophone. It is not at all easy as through the design specifications of the instrument, many different colors of the tone can be achieved. Controlling this requires a lot of determination mixed with practice.

The Saxophone indeed is very pleasing, when played properly it can be bright or deep with reflective fazes. Saxophone ensembles with its relatives can form a beautiful form of music. Used in jazz and funk, this instrument has proven its point and won to our hearts although rejected in the beginning.

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