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- What is the lowest note on A tenor saxophone?
- Why is my saxophone only playing high notes?
- Why does my saxophone squeak when I play low notes?
What is the lowest note on A tenor saxophone?
The lowest note a tenor saxophone can play is a low Bb (or A# if you prefer). It is written as Bb2, but since the tenor saxophone is a transposing instrument it is written a whole 14 semitones higher (on the staves) than it actually sounds.
Why is my saxophone only playing high notes?
Assuming the issue is not the player, the most likely causes of a saxophone only playing high notes are a leak in the instrument or an octave key that is stuck open. ... In both cases, however, you should take your saxophone to a specialized repair person.
Why does my saxophone squeak when I play low notes?
Why does my saxophone squeak on low notes? Low notes squeak typically due to a leak or a tight embouchure. A leak in the instrument or a tight embouchure will cause low notes to pop up an octave, resulting in a squeak. ... Beginners will often use a tight embouchure, however, which makes playing low notes difficult.
