1. Sax Clinic @BHS Jeff Kaser February 20, 2010

2. Concepts History of the Saxophone Styles including jazz & classical (hear Branford Marsalis playing w/symphony orchestra accompaniment) Reed preparation

3. Parts Reed case (Jeff's holds 6 reeds and rotates 4 reeds at a time) Put reed in mouth while assembling the sax then when de-assembling after playing Instrument assembly Neckstrap w/hook (to secure the instrument so it doesn't fall to the ground) Rovner ligature recommended

4. Stock mouthpiece 2 ½ strength reed not only for beginners Align the tip of the reed with the tip of the mouthpiece Learn facing: wider face needs softer reed Experiment and ask professionals what they do/like Jeff recommends Selmer S90…

5. Breath support Ho to expand the diaphram and take in AIR Hiss to have fast speed sustaining the air coming out (playing the wind instrument)

6. Tips Listen to Tom Scott, Brecker, Bird, Kenny Garrett, David Sanborn, and Myspace.com/jeffkaser Clean your mouthpiece with lemon juice