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Sax School LIVE #7
In this Sax School LIVE episode we discuss the perfect saxophone practice schedule, correct mouthpiece position and whether ligatures make any difference to your sound!
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Rubber vs Metal – Nigel asks Theo Wanne!
I spoke to mouthpiece expert Theo Wanne for his advice on how to choose between a rubber or metal saxophone mouthpiece to get your perfect sound.
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Sax School LIVE #6
This week we discuss the perfect posture for playing saxophone, embouchure tips and whether you should bother learning classical sax pieces!
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How to play better blues lines on your sax
Looking for more inspiration when playing blues on your sax? This lesson will really help you.
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Sax School LIVE #5
In this week’s live stream we discuss saxophone reeds and how to choose a strength for you, plus palm key risers and much more!
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How do we make GREAT melodies as sax players?
Making a great melody that is memorable is a skill. In this video I talk with award winning LA composer Jamie Forsyth about how to do it right.
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Sax School LIVE #4
In this session we discuss Microphones and recording technique, saxophone mutes and better ways to practice quietly, and some maintenance tips!
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Why transcribing is important for saxophone players
If you aren’t working on transcriptions in your saxophone practice, you should be. And here is why!
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Taylor Larson – Student of the week!
Taylor from Canada is our Student of the Week! Check out this video of her playing.
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Susan Pryce – Student of the Week!
Check out Susan’s brilliant recording of “Winter Wonderland” from the Sax School lesson library.
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Emmanuel Bravo Student of the Week!
Emmanuel Bravo from Mexico is our Sax School “Student of the Week”! Check out his playing here.
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Sax Tracks App User Tips
Need help using the Saxtracks App? This guide will get you making amazing recordings super fast.
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Sax School members go to Music Camp
Sax School members Barrie and Jo talk of their experience at a residential Jazz Course in Perth, Scotland.
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Power Players – The Stars from T.O.P.
Tower of Power is probably the funkiest band around, but did you know how many amazing saxophone players have come through their ranks?
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Why learn jazz standards on sax?
Everyone says you should learn standards, but why? And will it improve your playing?
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Here’s how to fix high notes on sax.
In this video Steve Crow explains how to fix faulty high notes on saxophone.
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Got To Get You Into My Life – Multi-Sax
Check out my fun multi-sax arrangement of this cool Earth Wind and Fire tune.
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Amazing Grace – alto sax version
I’ve had loads of requests for gospel tunes. Check out my version of Amazing Grace from the Sax School lesson.
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Amazing Grace on tenor sax
From my series of Gospel tunes inside Sax School, here is my tenor sax version of Amazing Grace. Enjoy!
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Petite Fleur played on Tenor Sax
I made a lesson on this classic Dixieland tune “Petite Fleur” as recorded by Chris Barber. Check out my tenor sax version!
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Killer Joe – played on tenor sax
This is a classic “jazz standard” and a great tune to learn improvising over. Check out my tenor sax version.
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Love Theme from “Blade Runner” played on saxophone
This is such a great melody that works great on saxophone. Check out my version for tenor sax from the Sax School lesson.
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I Believe I Can Fly – Tenor Sax
I came across a great version of this by Yolanda Adams and Kenny G and made a lesson on how to play it. Here is my version.
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Jungleland – The Sax Solo!
Jungleland by Bruce Springsteen has one of the most iconic 80s pop sax solos. Here is my version from the full Sax School lesson.
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Nigel McGill
Your Teacher
After 25 years touring, performing all over the world, I setup Sax School to share what I have learned. Today thousands of players in more than 70 countries use the huge library of online saxophone lessons in Sax School. Find out how it can help you too! www.mcgillmusic.com