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993	As a sax learner of only a few weeks I have just come across a problem and I'm not sure how to cope with it. I want to go from (say) a high D to a low G (seems...	gorgon703	Oct 5, 2004 9:44 pm
994	Hi Martin, there's probably nothing wrong with your sax, you say you've only been playing a few weeks - so you're doing well even being able to play a D with...	Roger Slim Read slimread	Oct 5, 2004 9:52 pm
995	Slim, Thanks for that. I did suspect technique rather than equipment. Martin ... even ... <no_reply@y...> ... a...	gorgon703	Oct 5, 2004 10:02 pm
997	For the coming Royal School for Saxophone Grade 8 Any comments of it? Which pieces are U prefer to choose?...	so_andrew2000	Oct 11, 2004 2:49 am
998	been playing alto sax for 2.1/2 years now and getting the sound an tone I like, But the one thing that realy bugs me is I tend to bite how can I get out of...	spgreen1968	Oct 11, 2004 6:37 pm
999	This isn't any help, just sympathy from a fellow sufferer; mind you I have been playing for about six weeks and today is the first day that I hurt my bottom...	gorgon703	Oct 11, 2004 9:59 pm
1000	one thing that i would suggest that i as well as my teacher uses are denture pads. I think the company is Ezo. Basically you cut them into small pieces and...	Jaj858@... jdogg135	Oct 12, 2004 12:41 am
1001	Hey My anmes Alexander i recently joined te Saxophone club and I have benn playin 6-7 years now and I dont really care to bit the top of the mouthpiece i cover...	Alex Dottry kahunaalexander	Oct 12, 2004 12:44 am
1002	I cover my teth with my lips not bite with te top. Just cover both sets of teeth and then bite the mouthpiece I have been playing Tenor Sax 6-7 years ...	Alex Dottry kahunaalexander	Oct 12, 2004 12:46 am
1003	Hello everyone. Brand new member of this forum. Have wanted to play the saxophone for as long as I can remeber. Now have the time etc etc. Will be buying a...	ninjafb7728	Oct 18, 2004 5:40 pm
1004	"Tune A Day" for Saxophone is great. Get the basics right and the rest will come much easier! ... From: ninjafb7728 [mailto:chrisappleyard@...] ...	bubba milanhawkins	Oct 18, 2004 5:55 pm
1005	Hi Chris You are embarking on a magic route with great rewards. Be patient and don't expect to be a virtuoso overnight unless you are one of that 0.000005% of...	David Topping davidtopping@...	Oct 18, 2004 6:44 pm
1006	The Wastall book is fine and has certain advantages over "Tune A Day" (mainly it's much more recently produced and has some tunes with piano accompaniment - ...	john.steele@... tinroofceilidh	Oct 19, 2004 4:01 am
1007	Thank you all for the responses to my first query. I somehow dont think it will be my last. I look forward to being able to provide some useful contribution to...	ninjafb7728	Oct 19, 2004 9:05 am
1008	Can someone tell me where can i find music sheets of famous songs? any good web page? or anyone can send me by email? for alto sax please! my email address is...	Cabezon santiforo	Oct 20, 2004 3:30 am
1009	As a starter I am still developing my embouchure but I have noticed a small snag. Due to a teenage accident with a climbing frame my front teeth are not...	gorgon703	Oct 25, 2004 11:25 pm
1010	For myself, I had a problem due to a capped tooth in the front. Ever since day one, 25+ years ago, I have covered my front teeth with my upper lip. It has...	Donald Kruse wi_sax_man	Oct 26, 2004 3:19 am
1011	HI, If you are looking for some good mouthpiece patches that are 0.8mm thick and very comfortable, you can find them on website: ...	Ryedale-Music-Lessons saxyblower	Oct 26, 2004 3:47 am
1012	You can buy patches at most local music shops. I always believe in going local and getting to know the retailer. David Topping E-mail:...	David Topping davidtopping@...	Oct 26, 2004 7:39 am
1013	If there is a mark on the embouchure, it is likely that you close your jaw to strongly. Try to relax your jaw first. Pads should be available in your local...	Pierre Williot pwilliot	Oct 26, 2004 7:34 pm
1014	Don't forget the saxophone day at the RNCM Manchester on Sunday November 7th - C U all there. Keep on blowin' Slim...	Roger Slim Read slimread	Nov 4, 2004 2:46 am
1015	Hi I was considering going to this, can anyone tell me, can I just go along to watch the classes? I haven't booked, can I pay on the door? What is the general...	dobiemandawg	Nov 4, 2004 5:19 pm
1016	... just a bit more info on that, you can ring on 0161 9075555, thats the ticket office. You can also catch Sam Rivers at the RNCM on Thursday 11th November at...	Frank Cunliffe frankcunliffe	Nov 6, 2004 5:43 pm
1017	i'm new to his group, i play alto sax still in school and hax anny one heard about the surfits, Klezska! or The Bustups,and if thay have anny of there music...	lifeis4me2000	Nov 7, 2004 11:04 am
1018	I know this is going to sound a bit odd, but, how does a person go about joining a band. Ive been playing the alto for a couple of years and I would say I`m...	Frank Cunliffe frankcunliffe	Nov 8, 2004 11:39 am
1019	I have been playing the alto sax for around 4 weeks now and am having a good time discovering a new musical instrument. Unfortunately I have had a lot of...	ninjafb7728	Nov 20, 2004 6:03 pm
1020	Chris , I have a Neo-Tech Harness Strap, it could be a good idea for you, I also have some slight back problems, and the harness helps me to play longer, since...	JORGE LUIS DAVILA tutequemex	Nov 20, 2004 11:43 pm
1021	Hi Frank, Stick up a card in your local music shop(s) and/or at your place of work saying that you're a sax player who would like to join a group for...	Roger Slim Read slimread	Nov 21, 2004 1:06 am
1022	Hi Chris, I have been playing sax for about 4 years now...by the sound of it...I have similar spinal troubles to you....I use the neotech classic sling and...	cally king played_misty	Nov 21, 2004 5:12 pm
1023	I have been learning the alto saxophone (and music sight-reading as well) for the last couple of months and feel I am doing rather well (so my teacher tells...	gorgon703	Nov 27, 2004 11:44 pm

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