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Practicing

Just another idle question but how much do you all practice? I don't have much extra time, but I try to practice at least an…

19 years ago
by GzsKerqt (77 posts)

anyone into free jazz?

anyone listen to the firebrand saxophonists albert ayler, archie shepp, eric dolphy, or coleman?

19 years ago
by EL Seano (255 posts)

overrated/underrated saxophones

Who else here thinks that the Selmer horns are overrated? The only sax they got is the MKVI and even that isn't a extremely g…

19 years ago
by mark7 (30 posts)

Intonation: Jazz vs "Legit"

Who designated classical players as "legit" players? Am I missing something. I respect classical musicians however I find thi…

19 years ago
by knorter (205 posts)

The purpose of Saxquest

As a Saxquest member, I would like to welcome all new-commers to the site. This site has so much to offer, and I hope that yo…

19 years ago
by connsaxman_jim (2336 posts)

MODERATORS Please take serious note

The knights Templar and yourselves and others have been attacked by this character saxman89.This should not be allowed to con…

19 years ago
by TANGO SIX ONE (255 posts)

Yay I'm so happy

Hey you guys I finally got a saxophone!! It's a brand new YTS-475 that I got for what will end up being less than $1000 total…

19 years ago
by Spike (248 posts)

Sax Humor

I've noticed in these message threads that Sax players tend to have a sense of humor (albeit a rather warped one in some case…

19 years ago
by spifster (67 posts)

Kessler Music

Has anyone purchased a horn or anything from Kessler Music 9 replies by Strikrr (4 posts) 19 years ago

19 years ago
by retromom (4 posts)

Good, new intermediate altos

I'm looking for a brand new intermediate/pro alto sax somewhere around the $1000-$1500 price range. Any suggestions?

19 years ago
by SaxAppeal (67 posts)

Looking for Tenor Saxophone

I was looking at some places online or offline that have real good financing on Tenor Saxophones. I'm a student and I'm pret…

19 years ago
by phathorn (165 posts)

Universal Method : Paul Deville

anyone workin from this book or know anything good about it? i just bought it today for my private lessons. well be workn out…

19 years ago
by SaxAppeal (67 posts)

Quality of ZeuS Saxophones

Does anyone know anything about the ZeuS Saxes? I play a Selmer Paris SA 80 Bari and I just want a change of pace without…

19 years ago
by emanresu00 (14 posts)

Music and Accompaniment CD's

I have been getting back into playing my sax. Thanks for all your help on this site. I am looking for resources where I can…

19 years ago
by eman19 (131 posts)

mouthpeices

Can anyone tell me what line of numbers in the metal mouthpeices would work the best for the low register notes. Do the #5or…

19 years ago
by jamterry (573 posts)

Still gigging with my YAS-23! And proud!

Why should I pay $4K for a Selmer or $2K for a YAS-62? Over the last couple of years, while searching for a new alto I grow m…

19 years ago
by SaxAppeal (67 posts)

Where's the sax man?

Just out of curiosity, where has Keith(SaxMan) gone?

19 years ago
by EL Seano (255 posts)

Altissimo distortion

Hey guys, I've just been wondering how you can achieve the distortion effect in the altissimo register. Currently, my altissi…

19 years ago
by EL Seano (255 posts)

Next trivia contest?

when is it gonna be????

19 years ago
by SaxAppeal (67 posts)

Dents

I know that dents look bad, but do they actually affect your sound that much? Besides, being near impossible to play, my stud…

19 years ago
by The_§ax (147 posts)

SOPRILLO AND SOPRANINO SAXES

i've heard of both, and they seem really cool but i'd like the opinion of someone who actually owns one.are they in tune?are…

19 years ago
by Saxophone_Crush (1 post)

Selmer 360?

I am a tenor player, former pro now just playing for fun. Looking to pick up a decent Alto, to spend under $1000. Saw a "selm…

19 years ago
by MikeC123 (1 post)

Flying on plane with a bari

In a few weeks I need to fly to Tuscon and I want to take my horn. I have travelled with a bari before, but it was always eit…

19 years ago
by The_§ax (147 posts)

To Sheryl and Tevis Laukat

What can I say....BRAVO!!!! Your product is HANDS DOWN the finest saxophone I've ever played. I've owned Selmers and Keilwert…

19 years ago
by kesslermusic (8 posts)

work

I'm looking for contacts for steady work on the road with a section or solo. I read and play tenor/soprano/flute/sing. I am l…

19 years ago
by craigt (2 posts)
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