Instrument
One reed, one tube, a lot of voice. Start at the top, or jump to what you need. Nothing is locked.
Beginner15 min
What it is, what the parts do, and how to put it together safely.
Beginner20 min
Posture, hands, embouchure, and your very first note.
A great sound comes from air. Learn to move it, hold it, and start notes cleanly.
Three notes, one hand, and a real tune: Hot Cross Buns.
The staff, the clef, and how long each note lasts.
One thumb, a whole second register. Learn how the same fingers play two different notes.
Eight notes, one sharp. Your first full scale, and how to practice it well.
No sharps, no flats. A clean scale to compare with G major.
Beginner30 min
Four real tunes you can play with the notes of your G scale.
Why your G is the piano's Bb, and how to find the right key for the group.
Beginner10 min
Keep your sax and reeds in good shape, and fix the most common problems.
A simple daily routine that works, and how to know you are improving.