Saxophone
How to play: The saxophonist or musician, places the mouthpiece in his mouth, with the reed gently resting on his bottom lip & his teeth on top of the mouthpiece, always the mouthpiece must be sealed with his mouth before he blows.
Family: Woodwind
First Known Saxaphones: The saxaphone was invented by Antonie Joseph and his father Charles Joseph of Belgium. However before inventing the saxaphone first perfected the bass-clarinet.
Types: There are several types of saxaphones, and they are divided into:
Soprano: May be either curved or straight. It's in the key of B flat & may be difficult for beginners.
Alto: May also be straight or curved, but because of its' shape and size, it's recommended for beginners & is the most widely used. It's in the key of E flat.
Tenor: Larger than the alto sax and has a larger mouthpiece. It is in the key of B flat.
Baritone: The largest of the saxophone family.
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