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When most saxophonists tune up they use a middle G or F-Sharp. The main problem with this is that the middle G or F-Sharp is traditionally very sharp notes... usually 30 cent plus if the embouchure is not adjusted. The young saxophonist will generally not know where these notes are just by playing them alone. When the student pulls the mouthpiece out far enough to make the unaltered F-Sharp or G play in tune then the lower register of the instrument sill most certainly be flat. How to fix this problem: There are two simple things that can be done. One have the saxophonist play the G or F-Sharp in the lower register. These notes are normally much closer to being in tune and will allow the young saxophonist to learn where to play the middle D, D-Sharp, E, F, F-Sharp and G on the alto. To play any of these notes in tune the embouchure must be slightly altered. The second option is to have the alto saxophonist play a first finger B natural, hold it for a while and then play the middle G or...

We are excited to finally get our hands on the NEW Kenny G ES-Series Soprano Saxophones. They come in two finishes  - Silver Body/Lacquered Keys and the Lacquer Body & Keys. Playing wise - They play really well and they are the replacements for the Kenny G E-Series III models. They have a single post construction, and  an excellent dynamic range. They have great intonation, and great response throughout the entire range of the saxophone. Full Body Hand Engraving. Single Post Construction and the Silver Plated Body are a great combination….  the soprano vibrates very well, with exceptional dynamic range. We also got our hands on the Kenny G 85% Copper Alto Saxophone (It comes with Two Necks) and a Soprano Saxophone. They are a Professional Model, and comparing them to our shop standard instruments.. (we will not name them) - All we can say is Wow!! - Dark Tone, fast response, very resonating, and they look better in person than the pictures depict.. Com...

The 2017 NAMM Show was exciting with new finishes on Saxophones. We saw Gold Lacquer, Antique, Champagne, Crystal, Black, White, Red Lacquer, and almost any kind of finish you can imagine. We played other Saxophones from various other manufacturers, and it is amazing that there are just so many of them. Pricing ranging from inexpensive to very high. It came to our conclusion - The inexpensive ones do play, but not easy to blow, tone is dead, and for beginner saxophone players - the drop out must be huge.. The expensive ones played well, great tone, and easy to play.. Alas, unless you are an advance student, then yes get that expensive instrument.. You want to save some $$$, then check out either the Rheuben Allen Saxophone line or the Kenny G Saxophone line. You will not be disappointed.  We saw the Kenny G Saxophone line - 85% Copper Soprano, Alto, & Tenor Saxophones - By they way not being self promoting but it played the best. Rich tone, easy to play, and loved the en...

Here is a deal for those looking to get the Kenny G Saxophones or the Rheuben Allen Saxophones. The 2017 NAMM Show is coming and we need to clear our racks for the NEW Models. Save 10% on Orders over $700.00. Starting January 6 to January 24, 2017 - Use: NAMM 2017-10 (Only one discount per E-Mail) Visit Us at: https://kdimusic.com/ Thanks for Reading.....

Music lovers rejoice as NAMM 2016!! As we get ready to attend, we're giving you a look back at the incredible experience we had last year. NAMM 2015 During a few special days in January, Anaheim buzzes with excitement as music fills the air and beckons those in the music industry to follow.   Once again The National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) show is in town bringing together dealers, suppliers and musicians for four days focused on everything musical to musically related gear. A first time visitor could get overwhelmed by the never-ending activity going on around them – especially if only attending for a day.   The inside of the convention center is alive with all sorts of music, colorful displays, flashing lights, and masses of people.   There is so much going on  demanding attention.   But when returning for a second visit (or more for some of us), it’s easier to enjoy the atmosphere as a whole as well as focus on the smaller “deta...

Playing the Soprano Sax is very different than playing the alto or tenor saxophones. The Tenor Sax and Alto Sax tend to respond with a loose embouchure and many tenor players strive to keep the embouchure loose for a big sound. Soprano Sax needs a little firmer embouchure to play it well. Not tight so it does not respond but firm mostly for the upper register response. For example when you first play the high notes just pushing the key does not mean the note will come in.. a slight adjustment to the embouchure is necessary. Also the biggest mistake most players make when trying to play Soprano Sax is they do not push the mouthpiece far enough on the neck cork. If the mouthpiece is out a little too far then the bottom of the Soprano Sax and sometimes the high notes will not work. Pushing the mouthpiece in helps on most saxophones for the response. Find what is called the “Sweet Spot” where everything works. Remember to Practice as often as you can to achieve the i...

Playing the Soprano Sax is very different than playing the Alto Sax or Tenor Sax. The Tenor Sax and Alto Sax tend to respond with a loose embouchure and many Tenor Sax players strive to keep the embouchure loose for a big sound. Soprano Sax needs a little firmer embouchure to play it well. Not tight so it does not respond but firm mostly for the upper register response. For example when you first play the high notes just pushing the key does not mean the note will come in.. A slight adjustment to the embouchure is necessary. Also the biggest mistake most players make when trying to play soprano is they do not push the mouthpiece far enough on the neck cork. If the mouthpiece is out a little too far then the bottom of the Soprano Sax and sometimes the high notes will not work.   Pushing the mouthpiece in helps on most saxophones for the response. Find what is called the “Sweet Spot” where everything works. Thanks for Reading!! ...

Not only are the   Black Diamond Saxophones are Beautiful   - They Play Outstanding!! When Rheuben Allen started to create the design for the   Black Diamond   Series Saxophones he wanted a saxophone that a live player could use.  Mostly that all clubs, weddings, concerts and generally most live performances are not held in the same location and all rooms are different acoustically. The saxophonist must adjust to the location and room size.  So the qualities of the Black Nickel Plating came to mind.  He still makes saxophones with Black Nickel Bodies and Silver Plating and had made a few with Gold Lacquered keys.  They play very nice and are very strong.  He wondered what the saxophone would sound like with all Black Nickel Plating so he made a couple Prototypes and was very happy with the results. They did everything he had hoped.  Black Nickel is very durable plating and adds a little weight to the instruments providing t...