Beginner Saxophone Lesson #1 | SaxTuition Beginner Series

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Welcome to your first saxophone lesson!

In Lesson 1 of the SaxTuition Beginner Series, learn how to set up your saxophone correctly, form an embouchure, produce a tone, and get the fingerings for your first few notes. Plus, in our tutorial you’ll also learn some easy songs and how to pack away and care for your instrument.

The techniques in this instructional video work for all saxophones - soprano, alto, tenor and baritone. So, whatever you play, we’ve got you covered.

If you’re a beginner on the saxophone and are looking for the best place to start, this is the “how to” video for you!

Chapters
0:00 Introduction
0:15 Setting up your saxophone
5:07 How to hold the saxophone
7:52 Breathing and airstream
8:50 Forming an embouchure
10:18 Your first notes (B, A, G)
11:52 Tonguing
12:51 Your first songs
15:20 Packing away and cleaning
18:51 About the Beginner Series

About the series:

The SaxTuition Beginner Series is the perfect package for newcomers to the saxophone. It includes 12 carefully crafted video lessons, a 68 page eBook packed full of useful pieces and exercises, and a collection of 200+ playalong tracks for each and every song in the book.

The Beginner Series is designed to replicate a real 1-1 lesson as closely as possible. That means each lesson leads on right from where the last left off, and builds on a variety of skills simultaneously.

About the channel:

The SaxTuition YouTube channel is your #1 spot for free beginner saxophone tips, tricks and inspiration. Subscribe now to receive more high quality free saxophone content!

Do you have more questions about learning the saxophone? Make sure to leave them in the comments section below!

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[SaxTuition]

Thanks for watching everyone! I'd love to hear your thoughts on the first lesson, so please post in the comments below. Remember to download the sample book and playalong tracks from www.saxtuition.com/try

[Rossfielding]

I don't own a saxophone but here i am :D

[aaronpanther]

Hi Jeremy. I am an adult male 50+ years old who had never played a musical instrument or tried to learn anyrhing musical. 2 years ago I purchased your Beginner Series and started my journey. I am now fairly competent in reading sheet music. I have played in church a few times and played at my father's funeral last month. It's all thanks to your series (and exactly 5 sessions with a teacher to help prepare for 2 performances). Thanks Jeremy, thanks Sax Tuition. You have helped make my dream of playing the saxophone come true. I have a long way to go, but I have a sound (pardon the pun) foundation to build on. I highly recommend Sax Tuition Beginner Series.

[joelmongeon]

bruh I haven’t played in almost 5 years and couldn’t make a sound on this sax I just bought. Literally one sentence about cold air vs hot air fixed the problem lmao, thank you

[tuliosan]

Ngl, this was by far the best beginner video for any instrument on youtube

[annachipch]

My son struggles with concentration and has Dyslexia but he was absolutely glued to your Lesson 1. In lockdown it is so hard for him to find anything to get excited and proud about but the enthusiasm he brought to your lessons made my heart glow so thanks.

[rehanhakim]

Man, I don't even own a Saxophone...lol..I don't even know how I got here from watching guitar tutorials, somehow I'm now subscribed and motivated to get one. All just because this guy has the definite energy of a Guru.

[alyaagad]

This man should be teaching everything in the world.

[joandellarocca]

been thinking about playing the sax for years. No experience whatsoever but this has given me the courage to start!

[mohammadaltohamy]

Hit like if you think this gentleman is the music teacher goals 💯👏🏾

[christinemartinez]

I played the clarinet in school and have wanted to play the saxophone ever since someone told me that it is easy to learn the sax because they are very similar. I am turning 50 soon and think it's time to cross it off my bucket list. I am not sure if I will get a used or new 🎷

[kaitomaiorino]

THANK YOU SO MUCH I THOUGHT MY SAX WAS BROKEN

[gajanankale]

I'm from India and recently purchased the instrument. Thanks for the information that created more interest in the music and instruments playing.

[caroldash]

brilliant first lesson - so clear and well explained, i had been having difficulty getting started but now feel inspired to practice, thanks

[rosactaylor]

My son has a family of saxophone, 2 alto sax, 1 tenor and 1 soprano. My husband hired a soprano for me. You are right, its not easy to get soprano in tune but I think learning from scratch would help me. So, your lesson 1 is great. Thank you. I like your exercises. See you again.

[rl]

Thank you for the inspiration. I dont own a sax yet and have never played any instrument but the sax calls to me. I sure hope I can learn. Thank you for your time good sir.

[emipopescu]

This is awesome. If i only had a teacher like that!

[Corrieography]

I played Tuba/Sousaphone from middle school to senior HS. But was always curious about the sax, but never had any opportunities to learn it. Here I am at 32 and about to purchase one. Thanks for the early lessons before I actually buy it.

[DPHMUSIC.]

I'm coming back to woodwinds after 3 years tomorrow. Played Clarinet for 4 years, switched to Trumpet and now I'm in college and I've fallen in love with the Tenor Sax sound (particularly from John Coltrane). I'm super excited, video explains everything great!

[milele]

Thank goodness I clicked on your channel because I was looking to learn the Alto saxophone and was wondering where to begin. You teach so well, making everything look so doable. It's official, I love your channel and will begin my lessons today. I'll keep you posted on my progress. Thanks for sharing.