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I want to learn to play saxophone, should it be alto or tenor? |
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Most people start on alto as it is smaller and therefore easier to blow. |
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Does playing a saxophone take a lot of puff? |
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With the right mouthpiece and reed strength it shouldn’t be a problem. A saxophone requires more air than a clarinet but a clarinet can feel harder to blow due to the difference in the internal dimensions of the bore. |
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I suffer with asthma. Could I still learn to play the saxophone? |
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Generally, yes. I have taught asthmatic pupils and they have found learning a wind instrument beneficial. Always check with your GP first. |
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My daughter wants to learn the flute. If she stops having lessons, will I make a big loss reselling her flute? |
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Some shops do a “rent to buy scheme.” This is a great idea as you can return it after a few months if it doesn’t work out. All you lose is the rent paid so far, but if you carry on renting for a specified period of time, the instrument becomes your property. |
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