In my concert highschool band, we have 16 saxophones. 2 barri, 2 tenor, 11 Altos. 3 of us, 2 junior's and 1 freshman (me), are in the marching band as altos and so the band director already knew how we played. Since we had so many Altos, he asked if anyone was willing to try Soprano. Me and one of junior's from marching band raised our hand. I've been offered to try soprano in middle school so we could have a quartet but never actually tried. I've played alto for about 4-5 years now so I figured the move would be a bit difficult. I've watched one video before this and this helped me understand some changes I would have to make if I did actually move to soprano! Thanks!
Getting a soprano sax in a few days (currently play alto). I'm so excited to be having these tips, and like was said later, I think that they will even help my alto playing. Thank you!
For anyone who saw this video earlier, there was a problem with the audio. Since I want to share the best content I can with you, I removed the original video, fixed the audio problem, and have uploaded that corrected version. Sorry for any possible confusion.
Glad I came across this! I picked up soprano after a decade of alto and while I was doing pretty good, perfecting my embouchure to get the response I want has been taking some time. Gonna work on the octave leap daily now, I think it'll be exactly what I need to fine-tune my understanding of the instrument :)
That's fantastic! I'm glad you found the video. The octave leap exercise is great! It's a real litmus test for good embouchure formation and control. It's really helpful for any of the saxophones, not just soprano. Best of luck to you!
Thank you for this. I just started soprano about a month ago. I used to play alto in middle and high school and haven’t played it since. Bought a sop to get back into it and have been enjoying it, but need some pointers. Thanks.
I'm told, and I've seen online a Bach oboe concerto being done using soprano instead of the oboe. The soprano brought so much life to the piece. I haven't played a note of classical since I graduated. But I loved the Bach concerto on Soprano sax. I regularly change back and forth from Soprano to alto. I remember how to play Soprano, and I remember how to play alto. I used to mix up the technique. Now I love playing soprano and alto in same setting. Great lesson, great teaching!
@@lyntedrockley7295 Your 15 year old soprano is considered to be a ‘modern’ instrument and the saxophone in this video is about 30 years old. The tips are the same across the board. The video is aimed for people who are new to the soprano saxophone, not for people who are playing a new soprano saxophone.
Hello! I think it is possible that you could alternate. If you decide to do that, it’s probably best if you study with a teacher who plays both the alto and soprano well. I’d also recommend that you go to a music store or find a friend with a soprano and try it out to see if you like playing it.
Yes, you can learn alto and soprano at the same time but I suggest you practice them at separate times or on separate days so that the approach you must take to one of the instruments doesn't interfere with the other. You may, for example, want to practice alto saxophone in the morning, then practice soprano in the afternoon, giving yourself a few hours break between each practice session. Or practice alto on one day then soprano on the next day. Also, be sure to warm up properly on each instrument.
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In my concert highschool band, we have 16 saxophones. 2 barri, 2 tenor, 11 Altos. 3 of us, 2 junior's and 1 freshman (me), are in the marching band as altos and so the band director already knew how we played. Since we had so many Altos, he asked if anyone was willing to try Soprano. Me and one of junior's from marching band raised our hand. I've been offered to try soprano in middle school so we could have a quartet but never actually tried. I've played alto for about 4-5 years now so I figured the move would be a bit difficult. I've watched one video before this and this helped me understand some changes I would have to make if I did actually move to soprano! Thanks!
Very helpful! Thank you. The octaves exercise... wow!
I was standing behind the camera with my jaw on the ground during that octave exercise! It was pretty insane.
Getting a soprano sax in a few days (currently play alto). I'm so excited to be having these tips, and like was said later, I think that they will even help my alto playing. Thank you!
I picked up a soprano and I’ve been having all the troubles he’s mentioned. Makes a lot of sense.
Thank you for taking the time to do this wonderful video!!
Amazing cv. What a career. Thank you professor.
For anyone who saw this video earlier, there was a problem with the audio. Since I want to share the best content I can with you, I removed the original video, fixed the audio problem, and have uploaded that corrected version. Sorry for any possible confusion.
Yeah the Soprano at first is a whole different animal compared to the Tenor or Alto. I’m definitely going to put these exercises to use. Thanks!
So helpful thank you!❤
Thank you for sharing your knowledge. There are never too many instruction videos for soprano.
I hope you find the video helpful. Dr. Wolfe is a world-class soprano artist.
Glad I came across this! I picked up soprano after a decade of alto and while I was doing pretty good, perfecting my embouchure to get the response I want has been taking some time. Gonna work on the octave leap daily now, I think it'll be exactly what I need to fine-tune my understanding of the instrument :)
That's fantastic! I'm glad you found the video.
The octave leap exercise is great! It's a real litmus test for good embouchure formation and control. It's really helpful for any of the saxophones, not just soprano. Best of luck to you!
Merci beaucoup !! Cela va m'aider!!
Very useful ! Thank you
Concise, clear and very useful instruction. Thank you
Thank you for this. I just started soprano about a month ago. I used to play alto in middle and high school and haven’t played it since. Bought a sop to get back into it and have been enjoying it, but need some pointers. Thanks.
Welcome back to saxophone playing! I hope you find this video useful. Thanks for checking it out.
Great lesson
I'm told, and I've seen online a Bach oboe concerto being done using soprano instead of the oboe. The soprano brought so much life to the piece. I haven't played a note of classical since I graduated. But I loved the Bach concerto on Soprano sax. I regularly change back and forth from Soprano to alto. I remember how to play Soprano, and I remember how to play alto. I used to mix up the technique. Now I love playing soprano and alto in same setting. Great lesson, great teaching!
Thanks for the comment. Glad you enjoyed the video.
Excellent. Thank You for posting it
Bravo ! Wonderful performance & tips
Helpful tips. Especially about the palm keys. I have been playing alto for some time, but recently started playing soprano. Thank you.
Glad you found this helpful! That palm key exercise is great for all of the saxophones, not just soprano.
Thank you so much for this video, Ive been looking for such information all over youtube. This video was particularly really helpful!
damn I need lessons... 5 years self-taught soprano student, I have it all wrong >
I thank you so much mr.
Thank you for this wonderful lesson! Very much needed information indeed!
Wow.
Hi, My Soprano is about 15 years old now, what tips would the prof have for playing an older soprano rather than a new one?
@@lyntedrockley7295 Your 15 year old soprano is considered to be a ‘modern’ instrument and the saxophone in this video is about 30 years old. The tips are the same across the board.
The video is aimed for people who are new to the soprano saxophone, not for people who are playing a new soprano saxophone.
@@eddierichmusic Then why does it mention New Sopranos?
Hello! I have recently started with alto sax and was wondering if I could alternate it with the soprano, learn both at the same time
Hello! I think it is possible that you could alternate. If you decide to do that, it’s probably best if you study with a teacher who plays both the alto and soprano well. I’d also recommend that you go to a music store or find a friend with a soprano and try it out to see if you like playing it.
@@eddierichmusic very thanks!
Yes, you can learn alto and soprano at the same time but I suggest you practice them at separate times or on separate days so that the approach you must take to one of the instruments doesn't interfere with the other. You may, for example, want to practice alto saxophone in the morning, then practice soprano in the afternoon, giving yourself a few hours break between each practice session. Or practice alto on one day then soprano on the next day. Also, be sure to warm up properly on each instrument.
@@georgewolfe2078 very thanks!
@@georgewolfe2078 or you can be like me and switch between soprano and bari throughout a single rehearsal
What baroque music would incorprate the soprano sax
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what model is your instrument ?
The instrument Dr. Wolfe plays in the video is my Yanagisawa Elimona S990.
It is always interesting to see great players try to make mistakes. It sounds so unnatural.
terrible sound on Dr Wolfe's video.
My one and only tip for switching: play clarinet for a year or two then play soprano and you’ll be all good.
I’m not a new player and this guy is not the kind of soprano teacher I would want teaching me. Why am I watching this? Why not.
Video was o.k. expected much more. 🫤