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How to play Super Altissimo on saxophone with Tom Politzer
Tower of Power lead tenor Tom Politzer shares how he has developed the 4th octave on the sax – it’s insane!
How to play “Rock God” fall offs on sax like Clarence Clemons!
https://youtu.be/etMf00wMJq8 As saxophone players it's really important to check out all different styles and players. That way we are prepared for any performing situation and can confidently get the sound needed for the gig. I'm always doing this. And just this week...
How to play sax with MORE FEELING
UK Sax legend Snake Davis shares his tips on how to get more emotion and feeling into your sax playing.
How to Memorise Music for saxophone players
Struggle to play by memory? Check out these great tips from Average White Band tenor saxman Freddy V!
Should you listen to other Sax Players?
Duran Duran sax man Simon Willescroft shares where he finds inspiration for his amazing sax tone.
Live #13 – 3 step transcribing formula!
Want to play anything you hear on your sax? Check out my 3 step transcribing formula in this LIVE session from Sax School.
Live #11 – A Blues Saxophone Warmup to boost your skills!
Learn a simple blues warmup that will boost your skills, plus lots more in this episode of Sax School LIVE.
Sax School Live #10
Why you should learn jazz standards (even if you hate jazz) plus tips on reeds, mouthpieces and much more!
Guest Session Interview with Jeff Kashiwa
Commercial saxophone legend Jeff Kashiwa shares his tips on getting a great tone and how to approach practicing!
A Saxophone Warm-up to Boost Your Tone
Learn how to boost your saxophone tone with this “Power – Warm-Up” for alto and tenor sax.
Learn the “Private Dancer” Sax Solo, but better!
What if you could create your own killer saxophone solo for this iconic pop song from Tina Turner? Find out how in this sax lesson.
Jim plays Money by Pink Floyd on Tenor Sax
Ever wanted to play sax in a band headlining a music festival? Read how Sax School member Jim is wowing crowds playing tenor sax with a Pink Floyd tribute band.
July Saxophone Q&A Session
Our July Q&A is packed with tips on saxophone tone, technique and practice methods to help you play better.
Rick Herrmann plays saxophone for the Cows!
Check out Rick’s “playing saxophone for cows” video that went viral!
Playing Sax in a Band – Andrew’s Story
Andrew from New Zealand always regretted selling his saxophone. Read how he’s enjoying learning sax online with Sax School and playing in a band.
Matt gets back to playing sax
Matt from the USA has always wanted to learn saxophone. Read how he is making fast progress on tenor sax with Sax School online saxophone lessons.
“Crazy” played in different styles on sax.
I challenged myself to record the jazz standard “Crazy” in a bunch of different styles. Check out how it sounds!
Got To Get You Into My Life – Multi-Sax
Check out my fun multi-sax arrangement of this cool Earth Wind and Fire tune.
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.
Amazing Grace on tenor sax
From my series of Gospel tunes inside Sax School, here is my tenor sax version of Amazing Grace. Enjoy!
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!
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.
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.
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.
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