SQUEAKY Saxophone Reeds, Altissimo, LOW Notes, Overtones | Q&A #1

By Jay Metcalf
Saxophone Q+A's

Q&A #1 – Squeaky Saxophone Reeds…

Today, I’m answering YOUR saxophone questions in the first BetterSax Q&A. I’ll cover:

how to fix and avoid squeaky saxophone reeds
playing in the altissimo register
tips on getting the low notes to come out on your saxophone
playing the overtones in tune.

Check out the full Q+A video below. Whether you have squeaky saxophone reeds or you’re struggling with overtones… I hope some of your saxophone questions get answered.

If you want more information on any of these topics I have several other posts on Low Notes, Playing in the Altissimo range, and Choosing Between Different Cuts of Reeds.

What other questions do you have? Drop ’em in the comments below!

Interested in more Q+A Sessions? Head over to “KNOCK-OFF Saxophones, SPITTY Sound & Classical vs Jazz Mouthpieces | Q+A Episode 2”

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Jay Metcalf

As the founder of BetterSax.com Jay’s mission is to help developing saxophone players break away from traditional music learning methods and discover a more efficient, practical and fun way to become a Better Sax player. The BetterSax YouTube channel’s videos have been watched by millions and thousands of students have made meaningful progress on their instrument thanks to BetterSax courses.