Three years ago, I hadn’t ever played an instrument… This year at age 63, I married my partner of 22 years and played the saxophone along with a jazz band at my wedding! How on earth did this happen?! I’ve always loved music but I never had the opportunity to learn an instrument when IRead more
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In the world of Jazz, there are some exceptional female saxophonists who have redefined the genre with their innovative sounds and distinctive styles. I would like to introduce you to, or remind you of, three contemporary artists along with some of my favourite albums that they’ve produced. When I listen to these saxophonists their musicRead more
Twenty saxophonists turned up at Sunningdale Village Hall on a rainy Saturday in February. It was quickly established after quick around-the-room introductions that many of us had limited experience with ‘playing by ear’ which helped quell some initial nerves. Our friendly saxophone guide, Hannah Horton, had sent out some materials before the workshop, two songsRead more
I hadn’t played much jazz in my three years of playing the saxophone but a post on the Sax HQ Community page about a ‘jazz jam’ caught my eye. It looked like a good way to try something new and develop my skills… It was an older post but when I commented on it theRead more
So, you’ve been learning saxophone and have just completed Abracadabra Saxophone with your teacher and are ready to play some “real tunes”? Or maybe you are just looking for some fun songs to play at home? Either way, we’ve got your back. Most playalong music books are collections of songs of varying difficulty rather thanRead more
