Tonguing exercise #1
The tongue is like the sax player's equivalent to the violinist's bow. It's what allows you to start notes precicely, to repeat notes quickly and efficiently and to create subtle variations of phrasing. It's also unfortunately one of the most difficult skills to acquire.
Course preview
This lesson is part of the course The Saxophone Method Vol. 1: Foundation TechniquesWatch a preview of the full course below.
About the instructor
I am best known as the author of educational books for saxophone, clarinet and flute, including the best-selling ‘Jazz Method For Saxophone’ (published by Schott). I play many different styles of music, specialising in jazz and bossa nova, and have performed with some of the finest musicians in British jazz and world music at many of London’s leading venues, including Ronnie Scott’s. I have also worked as a composer, arranger and musical director... read more
What's included?
25 lessons (2h 10m)
Advanced video features
Downloadable sheet music
Bonus audio content
Mobile, tablet & desktop access
100% satisfaction guarantee
