October 2009

The Musical Instruments Woodwind Family- What You Should Know

Welcome to The Musical Instruments Woodwind Family Blog!
Music supplies a way for human beings to connect with themselves. It facilitates individuals coming together and connecting with other people. Music and its influence have been noted in all human societies. It is a part of the very fabric of our society and is known for its [...]

How much do alto saxophone lessons cost on average per hour?

I am trying to find an alto sax instructor for a reasonable price. I am a student and do not have much extra spending money, so can anyone help decide what a reasonable rate is?
They’re usually around 15-25 dollars per half hour (30-50 per hour). Conservatory teachers can charge over 100 per hour, but your [...]

does anyone know which order to write these instruments in, on a musical score?

i know instruments are put in a certain order on a score when written for orchestral instruments but i am unsure which order this is.
i need write a score for these instruments:
pinao
bass clarinet
clarinet
cello and
violin
but i dont know which order to place them on the stave…
does anyone know??
thanks.
You basically have two options:
Clarinet
Bass Clarinet
Piano
Violin
Cello
This would be orchestral [...]

What musical instrument can you play with small hands?

I have always wanted to learn how to play an instrument (preferably not a woodwind one like the flute), but I have always found it difficult because I have rather small hands and my fingers aren’t that long. (when I spread out my fingers from thumb tip to pinky it is 8 inches, and the [...]

Does anyone know the standard 3rd grade alto saxophone scales?

I am an 8th grade student and am looking for the 3rd grade alto saxophone scales urgently if you know them or can give me a link to them please answer!!!
Generally the scales are not graded like solos are. For most things you would play in school, the type of scaldes you need to [...]