How to Articulate Softly on the Saxophone

If you ever feel tongue-tied when articulating on saxophone, especially when playing softly, watch this video for 3 tips to get you back on track.
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Trevor James Signature Custom Raw Saxophones: www.trevorjamessaxophones.com/
Theo Wanne Gaia and Durga 3 Mouthpieces: theowanne.com
10mFan Tenor Sax mouthpieces: 10mfan.com
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[@handsomewormy1761]

banger video, very informative

[@almendraable]

Thank a lots Donna: Your advice is very appreciated. In my case, relaxing more the tongue is crucial as well as my shoulders and arms sometimes ;)

[@Emustrider]

Very new to the Sax, your videos have been reaaaally helpful. thank you so much!!! :)

[@patrickshea5596]

I have a problem.It’s with Tonguing. Whenever I play a note it has a “ta” sound. Witch is what I have been playing like for years. But I was wondering if that’s the right way to do it. Because whenever you play I never hear that sound. It sounds like there is no articulation and you are always slurring. Can someone help me out? The sound of Tonguing is much more prominent when I play and I can never get it as quiet as you.

[@DonnaSchwartz]

Syllable is important but also how you are articulating. Check out my Articulate Like the Pros course to control your articulation: academy.donnaschwartzmusic.com/courses/articulate-like-the-pros-master-saxophone-articulation-to-play-any-style-of-music-you-want/

[@dennis524]

Hi Donna, would you please share the setup you're using here including reed? Thanks

[@seansweeney9310]

very helpful

[@rockinjustin3827]

Can you make a video about complex scales and how to figure them out using different methods

[@OutTheWindows]

Nice

[@rockinjustin3827]

Like bebop scales, harmonic minor scales, etc