Free online courseSaxophone for beginners

Course Description

If you've ever wanted to learn how to play the saxophone, the "Saxophone for Beginners" course is the perfect introduction. With a total duration of 1 hour and 32 minutes, this comprehensive course belongs to the Instruments and Vocal category, specifically focusing on the Saxophone and Clarinet subcategory. Led by an experienced instructor, this course carefully guides you through every essential aspect of getting started with the alto saxophone.

The course kicks off with "Alto Sax Beginner Lesson 1," where you'll learn the very basics, including how to open your saxophone case and correctly name all parts of the instrument. This fundamental knowledge sets a solid foundation for your saxophone journey.

Next, the course introduces vital techniques necessary for all wind instruments, such as proper posture, breathing, and the unique 'sizzle' technique, ensuring that you develop sound habits from the outset. You'll also be introduced to reeds, learning about their importance and how to take care of them for the best possible performance.

Assembly is a crucial step for beginners, and the instructor goes through detailed lessons on how to use cork grease and assemble the mouthpiece, reed, and neck of the alto saxophone. Subsequent lessons guide you step-by-step in putting the entire saxophone together and holding it in the correct playing position.

A common beginner's challenge is when notes don't sound right, and this course addresses those worries with a dedicated tutorial. Through clear instructions and helpful troubleshooting tips, you'll gain the confidence to produce the correct notes, even when things don’t go as planned.

The course then dives into practical tutorials for playing specific notes on the alto saxophone. You'll learn to play the notes B, A, G, C, and D, through beginner tutorials, solidifying your understanding of basic note production. You will also get to play simple beginner songs like "Hot Cross Buns" and "Major Duple," giving you a real sense of achievement early on.

From here, the course expands to more advanced content, including a basic 5-note scale tutorial and some easy two-note songs like "LET'S GO CHEER #1" and "WE WILL ROCK YOU." These engaging pieces are specifically selected to keep you motivated and practicing regularly.

You will also learn the techniques for putting on your reed properly and playing a chromatic scale, complete with fingering charts for easier understanding. Multiple scales are covered in a variety of octaves, including G Major, C Major, F Major, D Major, B-Flat Major, A Major, and E Major scales, all taught slowly to ensure you grasp each concept thoroughly.

By the end of this course, you'll have a robust foundation in alto saxophone basics, from assembling your instrument and holding it correctly to playing your first notes and songs. With no reviews yet, this course is a fresh resource waiting to inspire new saxophonists. Enroll now and embark on your musical journey with the "Saxophone for Beginners" course.