Saxophones are one of the least prominent brass instruments, and thus hiring a saxophone is not always an easy process, but it is in the early stages a better option than buying. You can hire and take a few lessons and see of this is the instrument for you.
What saxophone should I hire?
Depending on the age of the person who is intending to play the instrument the size of the saxophone should be considered. They can be hired in sizes that are suitable for various age ranges, and it is wise to ensure that the saxophone is neither too heavy for the play or that the keys are not beyond the spread of the fingers. An additional feature to be considered is whether the saxophone should be base, tenor or alto. Each saxophone has a different playing technique so that will need to be a point of consideration in the choice of instrument that you will hire. The instrument should be hired with a necklace, which will allow for the instrument to be hung comfortably from the neck, so that the angle at which the instrument is held will allow for full arm and finger movement. Hiring will allow you to be able to try all three types of saxophone before you make a decision as to which one you should invest in for the future.
Electric saxophones
The use of a saxophone in a jazz band has for a long time been one of the features that makes these instruments so attractive. The sight of the late Sir Johnny Dankworth dressed in his trademark pink suit has drawn many people into the field of playing a saxophone. However in jazz and in some forms of eclectic music, it is now the trend to link the saxophone to an electric amplifier so that the tine can be easily picked up. If you are intending to do this it is good practice to hire a saxophone on which you can practice so that you will be sure the instrument does lend itself to be being played in this way.
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