In this stage we begin to introduce more music theory so that you really begin to understand what you are playing rather than just repeating what you've heard. Take particular notes of the tips given in the Piano For Sax Players video here as it explains important concepts about chromatic notes. We will use the information extensively later on.
Accents and Tenutos
This lesson covers two modes of Articulation. Articulation in musical terms is "the way in which notes are spoken". Accents and Tenutos are two f...
Note and Value Pitstop
This saxophone lesson will gives you a little test to see how much you can remember from the theory lessons in the course so far.
The Note C and C Major Over Two Octaves
This saxophone lesson covers how to play Low C and C with the octave key. After this video you will add to more notes to your collection and be ab...
Rhythm 3 -Triplets, Dots and Ties
This practical saxophone theory lesson uncovers the mysteries of the of the Triplet, the Dot and the Tie in music. This lesson teaches the uses of...
Piano for Sax players - Understanding Sharps and Flats
This saxophone lesson teaches you about all of the notes used in western music. This lesson uses the piano to unravel some awkward musical concept...
Regress to Progress - Speed Building
This Saxophone Lesson begins to push your speed to overdrive in a controlled manner, allowing you to boost your saxophone dexterity. After this vi...
Pattern Building in C, G F and D minor
This saxophone lesson covers some useful patterns that can be used to both improve your technical proficiency in any key on the saxophone and make ...
D Major over 2 Octaves and Palm Key D
In this saxophone lesson we will extend your D Major scale so that you know all of the notes required to play it over a 2 octave range. In doing s...
Getting Chromatic - Chromatic Scale on G
Getting Chromatic This saxophone lesson introduces the Chromatic Scale on G and, hold on to your music stand, as we add many new notes. After th...
Chromatic Drills
This saxophone lesson covers some awkward movements on the Saxophone and gives you a few ways to practise chromatic movements. Chromatic movements...
Knowledge Intermission
This saxophone lesson recaps on some key points of the Saxophone Beginners Course and provides an opportunity to check your technique and make sure...