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How do you fix sticking G sharp and C sharp keys on a soprano saxophone no bell?
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What you need to do is locate which keys are sticking, the g sharp is usually under you finger that plays a g and the c sharp is about 3 pads under that. You either need a cloth, piece of laminated paper or a 5 dollar note(If Australian). You need to pry open the pad, don't force it, it should be easy to open. Then place your item in the middle, let go so it is closed with the piece of cloth etc and pull the cloth out a few times, the reason why it sticks is usually because of you saliva that can clog up the pads. If this doesn't work you will need to take it to a repairman.
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What are the special features of an alto saxophone?
The alto saxophone has a neck, keys, and a bell. It is played through a reed, classifying it as a woodwind instrument rather than a brass instrument. It is smaller than a tenor saxophone and larger than a soprano saxophone, and the alto saxophone is the most commonly played saxophone in the world.
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What are the alto saxophone part names?
the neck,ligature,and bell,
How long is an alto saxophone?
Not very big at all, compared to tenor and bari saxes. Its about a little under two feet long. I'm not very tall at all (5'1) and can play easily. I could also play when I was 4'11 so I hope I could help
What are the special features of an alto saxophone?
The alto saxophone has a neck, keys, and a bell. It is played through a reed, classifying it as a woodwind instrument rather than a brass instrument. It is smaller than a tenor saxophone and larger than a soprano saxophone, and the alto saxophone is the most commonly played saxophone in the world.
What was a popular slang nickname for the Soprano saxophone and why?
Straight pipe- from its straignt, vertical shape, as opposed to the curved bell type more associated with the saxophone instruments. also Goofus which was a slang term that was also applied to ( A small calliope mounted on a truck or trailer- used at carnivals) possibly the idea it was a novelty or (Goof) instrument. Some Jazz musicians made a big thing with the Goofus, however and the name did come into slang usage as a synonym for the Soprano saxophone.
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When was Minnie Bell Sharp born?
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How big is the tenor saxophone?
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What are the alto saxophone part names?
the neck,ligature,and bell,
How long is an alto saxophone?
Not very big at all, compared to tenor and bari saxes. Its about a little under two feet long. I'm not very tall at all (5'1) and can play easily. I could also play when I was 4'11 so I hope I could help
How should a saxophone be cleaned?
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What movie and television projects has Jean Fenn been in?
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