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Minuet and Allegro Standard Of Excellence Book 2 for Alto Sax | Practice Alto Sax With Me Hi and welcome back to Musician's Addition. Today, Reesa is going to go over Minuet and Allegro from the Standard of Excellence Book 2 for Alto Sax. In this Minuet, we just need to watch the repeats, the accidentals, and the articulations. In Allegro, the biggest thing to pay attention to is the counting, especially with the pickup notes worth only for a half a beat! Chapters: 0:00 Minuet 19:23 - Allegro Join the MakeMusic Cloud Class to Play with the interactive backing tracks: https://admin.makemusic.com/join? classCode=M6ZJV-GVQ23 🎶 Check out our music shop! Find funny music-themed apparel, music and instrument accessories, books, and instruments! See the shop here: https://www.musiciansaddition.com/music-shop 🎓 Get these videos in course format! Continue learning along with your instrument and your book. https://bit.ly/MA_Free_Courses 📚 Here are some extra music resources that we love! Tomplay: Tomplay is an interactive sheet music app for all instruments and for all skill levels. Get tons of sheet music with backing tracks all at the tip of your fingers. Slow pieces down, speed them up, mark your music, and find finger charts. Check out Tomplay today! Get your 14 day free trial here: https://bit.ly/TomplayCoupon Tonegym: Exercise all your music skills in one program! Improve your aural skills, music reading skills, and theory skills with games. Take your learning further with the music academy (videos and quizzes). Share your music and ask further questions in the community! Check it out here: https://www.tonegym.co?aff=10027 📌 Follow Us on the Socials: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/musiciansaddition Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/musiciansaddition/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MA_MusicSchool TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/ @MusiciansAddition Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/musiciansaddition/ Web: https://www.musiciansaddition.com/ 🙏 Thanks for watching! Don't forget to hit like, notify, and subscribe so you don't miss any of our lessons or performances. #AltoSaxophone #MusicPractice #StandardOfExcellence #MinuetAndAllegro #SaxophoneLessons #MusiciansAddition

Guitar Chord Progressions | How To Change Between Guitar Chords 🎸 Welcome to Musician's Addition! I'm Evan, and in today's lesson, we're diving into essential chord progressions on the guitar. We'll focus on the most common chords you encounter and practice transitioning between them seamlessly. These chords form the backbone of many popular songs, and mastering them will greatly enhance your playing. We'll explore three common chord progressions using these chords, perfect for beginners and a great refresher for more experienced players. 🔹 What You'll Learn: - Chord Transitions: Smoothly switching between chords. - Strumming Patterns: Adding rhythm to your chord progressions. - Staying in Time: Keeping a consistent tempo throughout your playing. Whether you're just starting or looking to improve your basic skills, this lesson is designed to help you sound great with simple yet effective techniques. 📘 Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 0:15 - Overview of Chords 1:08 - First Chord Progression: C, A Minor, F, G 6:47 - Second Chord Progression: C, G, A Minor, F 15:44 - Third Chord Progression: A Minor, F, C, G Make sure to practice these progressions at your own pace, and don't forget to use a metronome to keep time. Feel free to mix and match the chords to create your own progressions once you're comfortable. 🎶 Check out our music shop! Find funny music-themed apparel, music and instrument accessories, books, and instruments! See the shop here: https://www.musiciansaddition.com/music-shop 🎓 Get these videos in course format! Continue learning along with your instrument and your book. https://bit.ly/MA_Free_Courses 📚 Here are some extra music resources that we love! Tomplay: Tomplay is an interactive sheet music app for all instruments and for all skill levels. Get tons of sheet music with backing tracks all at the tip of your fingers. Slow pieces down, speed them up, mark your music, and find finger charts. Check out Tomplay today! Get your 14 day free trial here: https://bit.ly/TomplayCoupon Tonegym: Exercise all your music skills in one program! Improve your aural skills, music reading skills, and theory skills with games. Take your learning further with the music academy (videos and quizzes). Share your music and ask further questions in the community! Check it out here: https://www.tonegym.co?aff=10027 📌 Follow Us on the Socials: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/musiciansaddition Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/musiciansaddition/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MA_MusicSchool TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/ @MusiciansAddition Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/musiciansaddition/ Web: https://www.musiciansaddition.com/ 🙏 Thanks for watching! Don't forget to hit like, notify, and subscribe so you don't miss any of our lessons or performances. #GuitarLesson #ChordProgressions #BeginnerGuitar #MusicPractice

Page 9 Tenor Sax Standard Of Excellence Book 1 | Practice Tenor Sax With Me Welcome back to Musician's Addition with Rick! Today, we're diving into page 9 of the tenor saxophone book. Here's what you'll learn in this video: 🔹 New Terms & Symbols: Discover the repeat sign and fermata, and learn how they affect your playing. 🔹 Song Practice: We'll play through "Merrily We Roll Along" (also known as "Mary Had a Little Lamb") and explore tips for practicing it effectively. 🔹 Duet Fun: Learn to play both parts of "Lightly Row," a beautiful duet that introduces the concept of harmony. 🔹 Fingering Techniques: Tips on moving your fingers correctly to avoid squeaks and ensure smooth transitions between notes. 🔹 Rhythm Practice: We'll clap the rhythms and play "One Step at a Time" to improve your timing. 🔹 Holiday Song: Enjoy playing "Good King Wenceslas," a classic holiday tune. 🔹 Advanced Exercises: Practice skipping notes and creating your own melodies in "Song of the Fjords" and "Go for Excellence." 🎷 Remember to: Breathe at the marked spots. Tongue the notes accurately. Practice fingerings before playing. Clap rhythms to internalize timing. Chapters: 0:00 - New Symbols 0:56 - Exercise 23 - Merrily We Roll Along 2:55 - Exercise 24 - Lightly Row Duet 6:06 - Exercise 25 - One Step At A Time 9:49 - Exercise 26 - Good King Wenceslas 11:05 - Exercise 27 - Song Of The Fjords 11:45 - Exercise 28 13:39 - Exercise 29 - Go For Excellence Grab your tenor sax, and let's get started on page 9! 🎶 Check out our music shop! Find funny music-themed apparel, music and instrument accessories, books, and instruments! See the shop here: https://www.musiciansaddition.com/music-shop 🎓 Get these videos in course format! Continue learning along with your instrument and your book. https://bit.ly/MA_Free_Courses 📚 Here are some extra music resources that we love! Tomplay: Tomplay is an interactive sheet music app for all instruments and for all skill levels. Get tons of sheet music with backing tracks all at the tip of your fingers. Slow pieces down, speed them up, mark your music, and find finger charts. Check out Tomplay today! Get your 14 day free trial here: https://bit.ly/TomplayCoupon Tonegym: Exercise all your music skills in one program! Improve your aural skills, music reading skills, and theory skills with games. Take your learning further with the music academy (videos and quizzes). Share your music and ask further questions in the community! Check it out here: https://www.tonegym.co?aff=10027 📌 Follow Us on the Socials: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/musiciansaddition Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/musiciansaddition/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MA_MusicSchool TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/ @MusiciansAddition Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/musiciansaddition/ Web: https://www.musiciansaddition.com/ 🙏 Thanks for watching! Don't forget to hit like, notify, and subscribe so you don't miss any of our lessons or performances. #tenor #tenorsax #saxophonelesson

Chromatic Studies | Rubank Intermediate Method For Flute Welcome back to Musician's Addition! In this session, we're diving into the Rubank Intermediate Method for Flute, specifically focusing on chromatic studies found on page 27. This practice is perfect for anyone working on pieces with chromatic passages, such as "Flight of the Bumblebee." 📌 In this video: - We break down the chromatic studies, discussing the importance of key signatures and the use of sharps and flats. - We'll practice the studies at a slow pace to get a feel for them before adding articulations and increasing the tempo. - Exercises include different time signatures and rhythmic patterns, all designed to improve your chromatic playing skills. Chapters: 0:00 - Exercise 1 - 2/4 Time 5:53 - Exercise 2 - 6/8 Time 8:28 - Exercise 3 - 2/4 Time 11:52 - Exercise 4 - 2/4 Time 14:43 - Exercise 5 - Etude 🎶 Check out our music shop! Find funny music-themed apparel, music and instrument accessories, books, and instruments! See the shop here: https://www.musiciansaddition.com/music-shop 🎓 Get these videos in course format! Continue learning along with your instrument and your book. https://bit.ly/MA_Free_Courses 📚 Here are some extra music resources that we love! Tomplay: Tomplay is an interactive sheet music app for all instruments and for all skill levels. Get tons of sheet music with backing tracks all at the tip of your fingers. Slow pieces down, speed them up, mark your music, and find finger charts. Check out Tomplay today! Get your 14 day free trial here: https://bit.ly/TomplayCoupon Tonegym: Exercise all your music skills in one program! Improve your aural skills, music reading skills, and theory skills with games. Take your learning further with the music academy (videos and quizzes). Share your music and ask further questions in the community! Check it out here: https://www.tonegym.co?aff=10027 📌 Follow Us on the Socials: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/musiciansaddition Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/musiciansaddition/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MA_MusicSchool TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/ @MusiciansAddition Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/musiciansaddition/ Web: https://www.musiciansaddition.com/ 🙏 Thanks for watching! Don't forget to hit like, notify, and subscribe so you don't miss any of our lessons or performances. #Flute #FlutePractice #ChromaticStudies #IntermediateFlute #MusiciansAddition #LearnFlute #FluteLessons

Level Up Your Piano Playing: Hand Independence Techniques Welcome back to Musician's Addition. Today, Evan will be continuing our Hand Independence series on the piano. Hand independence is crucial for any piano player, and mastering it can significantly improve your playing skills. In this video, we dive into intermediate-level exercises that focus on coordinating your left and right hands. 🎶 Check out our music shop! Find funny music-themed apparel, music and instrument accessories, books, and instruments! See the shop here: https://www.musiciansaddition.com/music-shop 🎓 Get these videos in course format! Continue learning along with your instrument and your book. https://bit.ly/MA_Free_Courses 📚 Here are some extra music resources that we love! Tomplay: Tomplay is an interactive sheet music app for all instruments and for all skill levels. Get tons of sheet music with backing tracks all at the tip of your fingers. Slow pieces down, speed them up, mark your music, and find finger charts. Check out Tomplay today! Get your 14 day free trial here: https://bit.ly/TomplayCoupon Tonegym: Exercise all your music skills in one program! Improve your aural skills, music reading skills, and theory skills with games. Take your learning further with the music academy (videos and quizzes). Share your music and ask further questions in the community! Check it out here: https://www.tonegym.co?aff=10027 📌 Follow Us on the Socials: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/musiciansaddition Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/musiciansaddition/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MA_MusicSchool TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/ @MusiciansAddition Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/musiciansaddition/ Web: https://www.musiciansaddition.com/ 🙏 Thanks for watching! Don't forget to hit like, notify, and subscribe so you don't miss any of our lessons or performances. #piano #pianolessons #PianoTutorial

Exercise 42 Mallets - Essential Element Percussion Book 1 Welcome back to Musicians Addition! In today's episode, we delve into number 42 from the mallet section of your Essential Elements book. As we explore "Skip to My Lou," we introduce a rhythmic pattern familiar from snare drum playing but new to mallet instrumentation. This session focuses on mastering eighth notes on mallet instruments, emphasizing the need for precision as notes accelerate. Throughout the episode, we provide a detailed walkthrough of the piece, starting with a review of the key signature and progressing through the notes and measures. We highlight the challenges of alternating notes and the importance of slow, deliberate practice to build muscle memory for accuracy at faster tempos. Practical tips on how to break down and rehearse challenging segments, like the transition between D and B-flat notes, are shared to enhance learning. By the end, we encourage repeated practice of each segment before attempting the full piece. Our goal is for you to gain confidence and proficiency in playing, making the piece feel natural and comfortable by your next practice session. So grab your mallets, and let's make music together! 🎶 Check out our music shop! Find funny music-themed apparel, music and instrument accessories, books, and instruments! See the shop here: https://www.musiciansaddition.com/music-shop 🎓 Get these videos in course format! Continue learning along with your instrument and your book. https://bit.ly/MA_Free_Courses 📚 Here are some extra music resources that we love! Tomplay: Tomplay is an interactive sheet music app for all instruments and for all skill levels. Get tons of sheet music with backing tracks all at the tip of your fingers. Slow pieces down, speed them up, mark your music, and find finger charts. Check out Tomplay today! Get your 14 day free trial here: https://bit.ly/TomplayCoupon Tonegym: Exercise all your music skills in one program! Improve your aural skills, music reading skills, and theory skills with games. Take your learning further with the music academy (videos and quizzes). Share your music and ask further questions in the community! Check it out here: https://www.tonegym.co?aff=10027 📌 Follow Us on the Socials: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/musiciansaddition Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/musiciansaddition/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MA_MusicSchool TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/ @MusiciansAddition Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/musiciansaddition/ Web: https://www.musiciansaddition.com/ 🙏 Thanks for watching! Don't forget to hit like, notify, and subscribe so you don't miss any of our lessons or performances. #percussion

How to Change Chords With Strumming Patterns on Guitar Join Evan on Musicians Addition as he dives deep into the art of seamlessly transitioning between guitar chords while maintaining a consistent rhythm and strumming pattern. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this tutorial is designed to enhance your playing with practical tips on chord pairs, anchor points, and complex strumming techniques. In this lesson, Evan explores easy-to-move chord pairs such as G and E minor, and C and D7, providing you with a solid foundation for building your guitar skills. With detailed demonstrations on finger placement and pivot points, you'll learn how to smoothly switch between chords, speed up your transitions, and develop a robust muscle memory. 🎸 What You'll Learn: - Understanding and utilizing chord pairs for easier transitions. - Techniques for keeping one finger anchored for stability and quicker movement. - Building a four-chord loop to practice and perfect your skills. - Enhancing your strumming patterns to include more complex rhythms. 🎶 Check out our music shop! Find funny music-themed apparel, music and instrument accessories, books, and instruments! See the shop here: https://www.musiciansaddition.com/music-shop 🎓 Get these videos in course format! Continue learning along with your instrument and your book. https://bit.ly/MA_Free_Courses 📚 Here are some extra music resources that we love! Tomplay: Tomplay is an interactive sheet music app for all instruments and for all skill levels. Get tons of sheet music with backing tracks all at the tip of your fingers. Slow pieces down, speed them up, mark your music, and find finger charts. Check out Tomplay today! Get your 14 day free trial here: https://bit.ly/TomplayCoupon Tonegym: Exercise all your music skills in one program! Improve your aural skills, music reading skills, and theory skills with games. Take your learning further with the music academy (videos and quizzes). Share your music and ask further questions in the community! Check it out here: https://www.tonegym.co?aff=10027 📌 Follow Us on the Socials: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/musiciansaddition Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/musiciansaddition/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MA_MusicSchool TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/ @MusiciansAddition Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/musiciansaddition/ Web: https://www.musiciansaddition.com/ 🙏 Thanks for watching! Don't forget to hit like, notify, and subscribe so you don't miss any of our lessons or performances. #guitar #guitarlessons

Page 8 Tenor Sax Standard Of Excellence Book 1 | Practice Tenor Sax With Me 🎼 Welcome to Musicians Addition with Rick! 🎷 Today, we're diving into page 8 from the Standard Of Excellence Book 1 for tenor Sax, where we introduce some fundamental concepts in music notation and playing techniques, such as Understanding and identifying quarter notes and quarter rests, tonguing technique, Writing and counting rhythms, and Detailed guidance on playing exercises 15 through 22. Chapters: 0:00 Introduction to Quarter Notes 1:02 Introduction to Tonguing 1:38 Practicing Tonguing Technique 4:40 Writing in the Counting 8:24 Exercise 15 10:25 Exercise 16 11:46 Exercise 17 13:43 Exercise 18 15:51 Exercise 19 18:07 Exercise 20 18:49 Exercise 21 20:42 Exercise 22 🎶 Check out our music shop! Find funny music-themed apparel, music and instrument accessories, books, and instruments! See the shop here: https://www.musiciansaddition.com/music-shop 🎓 Get these videos in course format! Continue learning along with your instrument and your book. https://bit.ly/MA_Free_Courses 📚 Here are some extra music resources that we love! Tomplay: Tomplay is an interactive sheet music app for all instruments and for all skill levels. Get tons of sheet music with backing tracks all at the tip of your fingers. Slow pieces down, speed them up, mark your music, and find finger charts. Check out Tomplay today! Get your 14 day free trial here: https://bit.ly/TomplayCoupon Tonegym: Exercise all your music skills in one program! Improve your aural skills, music reading skills, and theory skills with games. Take your learning further with the music academy (videos and quizzes). Share your music and ask further questions in the community! Check it out here: https://www.tonegym.co?aff=10027 📌 Follow Us on the Socials: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/musiciansaddition Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/musiciansaddition/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MA_MusicSchool TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/ @MusiciansAddition Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/musiciansaddition/ Web: https://www.musiciansaddition.com/ 🙏 Thanks for watching! Don't forget to hit like, notify, and subscribe so you don't miss any of our lessons or performances. #tenorsaxophone #tenor #saxophonelesson

La Cinquantaine | Suzuki Cello Book Volume 3 | Practice Cello With Me Welcome back to Musician's Addition! In today's tutorial, Colin gives a detailed walkthrough of "La Cinquantaine (Air In The Olden Style)" by G. Marie, a piece written for a special anniversary. This session is packed with technique and style as we tackle various positions—second, third, and fourth—to bring out the charm of this piece's catchy main theme. 🎻 🕒 Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction to "Olden Style" 0:24 Overview of Main Theme and Modulation 0:37 Starting Tempo and Practice Guide 1:42 Breaking Down Phrases and Techniques 5:17 Exploring Higher Registers and Harmonics 10:31 Detailed Practice Through Key Passages 23:30 Key Change and Advanced Techniques 34:17 Final Run-Through and Practice Tips 44:27 Full Playthrough and Conclusion In this video, we start slow at 110 BPM to focus on accuracy and gradually build up to our goal of 118 BPM. Follow along as we dissect each phrase, focusing on dynamics, articulation, and positional shifts. Whether you're a seasoned player or looking to improve your skills, this session will offer valuable insights into mastering this beautiful composition. 🎶 Check out our music shop! Find funny music-themed apparel, music and instrument accessories, books, and instruments! See the shop here: https://www.musiciansaddition.com/music-shop 🎓 Get these videos in course format! Continue learning along with your instrument and your book. https://bit.ly/MA_Free_Courses 📚 Here are some extra music resources that we love! Tomplay: Tomplay is an interactive sheet music app for all instruments and for all skill levels. Get tons of sheet music with backing tracks all at the tip of your fingers. Slow pieces down, speed them up, mark your music, and find finger charts. Check out Tomplay today! Get your 14 day free trial here: https://bit.ly/TomplayCoupon Tonegym: Exercise all your music skills in one program! Improve your aural skills, music reading skills, and theory skills with games. Take your learning further with the music academy (videos and quizzes). Share your music and ask further questions in the community! Check it out here: https://www.tonegym.co?aff=10027 📌 Follow Us on the Socials: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/musiciansaddition Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/musiciansaddition/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MA_MusicSchool TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/ @MusiciansAddition Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/musiciansaddition/ Web: https://www.musiciansaddition.com/ 🙏 Thanks for watching! Don't forget to hit like, notify, and subscribe so you don't miss any of our lessons or performances.

Romanza Part B | Standard Of Excellence Book 2 for Alto Saxophone | Practice Sax With Me In this episode of Musicians Addition, join Reesa, your alto saxophone teacher, as we delve into "Romanza Part B" from Standard of Excellence Book 2 for alto saxophone. We're nearing the end of the book, so make sure to grab Book Three for our upcoming lessons! In this session, we dissect the piece, focusing on articulations, dynamics, and tricky accidentals. Throughout the lesson, we break down the piece into sets of four to enhance comprehension and tackle challenging rhythms and fingerings. 🎶 Check out our music shop! Find funny music-themed apparel, music and instrument accessories, books, and instruments! See the shop here: https://www.musiciansaddition.com/music-shop 🎓 Get these videos in course format! Continue learning along with your instrument and your book. https://bit.ly/MA_Free_Courses 📚 Here are some extra music resources that we love! Tomplay: Tomplay is an interactive sheet music app for all instruments and for all skill levels. Get tons of sheet music with backing tracks all at the tip of your fingers. Slow pieces down, speed them up, mark your music, and find finger charts. Check out Tomplay today! Get your 14 day free trial here: https://bit.ly/TomplayCoupon Tonegym: Exercise all your music skills in one program! Improve your aural skills, music reading skills, and theory skills with games. Take your learning further with the music academy (videos and quizzes). Share your music and ask further questions in the community! Check it out here: https://www.tonegym.co?aff=10027 📌 Follow Us on the Socials: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/musiciansaddition Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/musiciansaddition/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MA_MusicSchool TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/ @MusiciansAddition Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/musiciansaddition/ Web: https://www.musiciansaddition.com/ 🙏 Thanks for watching! Don't forget to hit like, notify, and subscribe so you don't miss any of our lessons or performances. #altosax #saxophonelesson

🎵 Welcome to another practice session at Musicians Addition! 🎶 In today's video, your flute instructor Reesa guides you through an engaging session focusing on the A major studies from the Brewbank Intermediate Method. We're diving into page 26 today, where mastering high registers and sharp notes will challenge and improve your skills. 👂 Remember to wear your earphones, as we're hitting some high notes that might be a little intense, especially in a small practice room! 📖 Today's Highlights: Focusing on A major scale and its articulations Tackling tricky sharps like F-sharp, C-sharp, and G-sharp Tips for playing in high registers smoothly Exercises designed to strengthen your airflow and finger positioning 🔄 We'll start slowly to ensure you get the hang of each piece and gradually increase the tempo as we gain confidence. Each exercise is explained and demonstrated with care to help you understand and perform better.

Page 7 Tenor Sax Standard Of Excellence Book 1 | Practice Tenor Sax With Me Welcome back to Musicians Edition! Join Rick as he dives into another informative session on mastering the tenor saxophone. In this video, Rick provides essential tips on how to achieve a good sound, a crucial aspect of playing the saxophone that will make your practice sessions enjoyable and your performance a delight to listen to. 🎷 What's Inside: Proper mouthpiece positioning for the best saxophone sound. Understanding and practicing half notes and half rests. Techniques for developing a strong embouchure. Exercise walkthroughs from page seven, focusing on breathing and note transitions. Interactive play-along sessions for duets, helping you understand and create harmony. 🎵 Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 00:32 Mouthpiece Tips 01:27 Developing the Embouchure 02:24 Reading Music Notations 03:16 Breathing Techniques 04:35 Playing Exercise 'A Breath of Fresh Air' 07:10 Exploring Half Notes in Depth 09:35 Metronome Adjustment for Better Practice 10:43 Introduction to Duets 14:15 Final Thoughts 🎶 Check out our music shop! Find funny music-themed apparel, music and instrument accessories, books, and instruments! See the shop here: https://www.musiciansaddition.com/music-shop 🎓 Get these videos in course format! Continue learning along with your instrument and your book. https://bit.ly/MA_Free_Courses 📚 Here are some extra music resources that we love! Tomplay: Tomplay is an interactive sheet music app for all instruments and for all skill levels. Get tons of sheet music with backing tracks all at the tip of your fingers. Slow pieces down, speed them up, mark your music, and find finger charts. Check out Tomplay today! Get your 14 day free trial here: https://bit.ly/TomplayCoupon Tonegym: Exercise all your music skills in one program! Improve your aural skills, music reading skills, and theory skills with games. Take your learning further with the music academy (videos and quizzes). Share your music and ask further questions in the community! Check it out here: https://www.tonegym.co?aff=10027 📌 Follow Us on the Socials: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/musiciansaddition Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/musiciansaddition/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MA_MusicSchool TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/ @MusiciansAddition Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/musiciansaddition/ Web: https://www.musiciansaddition.com/ 🙏 Thanks for watching! Don't forget to hit like, notify, and subscribe so you don't miss any of our lessons or performances. #tenorsax #tenor #saxlessons

How To Sight Read For Chords On Piano Welcome back to Musician's Addition with Evan on the piano! In today's tutorial, we dive deeper into our sight reading series, focusing on harmonic reading, where chords and multiple notes are played simultaneously. Harmonic reading is crucial for pianists as it vastly improves your ability to play and learn songs efficiently and with less frustration. 🎹 What You'll Learn: The basics of harmonic sight reading. How to recognize and interpret intervals from seconds to octaves. Practical tips for quickly identifying and playing harmonic intervals. Exercises to practice reading and playing harmonic seconds and thirds. 📌 In This Video: Explanation of intervals and their significance in harmonic reading. Live examples at the piano to demonstrate how to read and play intervals harmonically. Helpful exercises to strengthen your sight reading skills specifically for harmonic playing. Whether you're just starting or looking to refine your sight reading, this video is packed with insights and tips to help you progress. 🎶 Check out our music shop! Find funny music-themed apparel, music and instrument accessories, books, and instruments! See the shop here: https://www.musiciansaddition.com/music-shop 🎓 Get these videos in course format! Continue learning along with your instrument and your book. https://bit.ly/MA_Free_Courses 📚 Here are some extra music resources that we love! Tomplay: Tomplay is an interactive sheet music app for all instruments and for all skill levels. Get tons of sheet music with backing tracks all at the tip of your fingers. Slow pieces down, speed them up, mark your music, and find finger charts. Check out Tomplay today! Get your 14 day free trial here: https://bit.ly/TomplayCoupon Tonegym: Exercise all your music skills in one program! Improve your aural skills, music reading skills, and theory skills with games. Take your learning further with the music academy (videos and quizzes). Share your music and ask further questions in the community! Check it out here: https://www.tonegym.co?aff=10027 📌 Follow Us on the Socials: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/musiciansaddition Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/musiciansaddition/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MA_MusicSchool TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/ @MusiciansAddition Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/musiciansaddition/ Web: https://www.musiciansaddition.com/ 🙏 Thanks for watching! Don't forget to hit like, notify, and subscribe so you don't miss any of our lessons or performances. #piano #pianolessons

Hornpipe from "Water Music" Part A Alto Sax | Standard Of Excellence Book 2 | Practice Sax With Me Welcome back to Musicians Addition with your teacher, Reesa! In today's practice session, we're diving into the Hornpipe from Water Music, featured in the Standard of Excellence Book Two. We're focusing on page 36, part A of this engaging piece. 🎷 What to Expect in This Session: We'll start by examining the key signature and the moderate pace required for this piece. Attention will be given to specific measures, like measure 15, where there's a G-sharp accidental, and measure two, which involves syncopation. During the practice, listen for tips on handling syncopated rhythms and accidental notes effectively. Special focus on dynamic markings and practicing with vibrato on longer tones. 🎵 Practice Highlights: Detailed walkthrough of measures, focusing on rhythm and timing. Real-time playing, clapping, and counting to solidify your learning. Instructions on how to properly apply vibrato on the saxophone using mouth techniques rather than throat movements. 🎶 Check out our music shop! Find funny music-themed apparel, music and instrument accessories, books, and instruments! See the shop here: https://www.musiciansaddition.com/music-shop 🎓 Get these videos in course format! Continue learning along with your instrument and your book. https://bit.ly/MA_Free_Courses 📚 Here are some extra music resources that we love! Tomplay: Tomplay is an interactive sheet music app for all instruments and for all skill levels. Get tons of sheet music with backing tracks all at the tip of your fingers. Slow pieces down, speed them up, mark your music, and find finger charts. Check out Tomplay today! Get your 14 day free trial here: https://bit.ly/TomplayCoupon Tonegym: Exercise all your music skills in one program! Improve your aural skills, music reading skills, and theory skills with games. Take your learning further with the music academy (videos and quizzes). Share your music and ask further questions in the community! Check it out here: https://www.tonegym.co?aff=10027 📌 Follow Us on the Socials: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/musiciansaddition Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/musiciansaddition/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MA_MusicSchool TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/ @MusiciansAddition Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/musiciansaddition/ Web: https://www.musiciansaddition.com/ 🙏 Thanks for watching! Don't forget to hit like, notify, and subscribe so you don't miss any of our lessons or performances. #altosax #saxlessons

Major and Minor Keys in Thirds | Rubank Intermediate Method For Flute Welcome back to Musician's Addition! Join Reesa, your dedicated flute instructor, as we dive into the Rubank Intermediate Method for flute. Today's lesson focuses on page 25, exploring major and minor keys in thirds. Prepare for some high notes and challenging trills that will enhance your playing skills! We're going to be taking some time focusing on high A, Bflat, and C and switching back and forth between them. Check out the Harmonics video: https://youtu.be/jCwWU3auRyE Chapters: 0:00 - B flat Major in Thirds 18:18 - G Minor (Melodic) 23:14 - G Minor (Harmonic) 26:32 - E flat Major in Thirds 29:49 - C Minor (Melodic) 33:46 - C Minor (Harmonic) 🎶 Check out our music shop! Find funny music-themed apparel, music and instrument accessories, books, and instruments! See the shop here: https://www.musiciansaddition.com/music-shop 🎓 Get these videos in course format! Continue learning along with your instrument and your book. https://bit.ly/MA_Free_Courses 📚 Here are some extra music resources that we love! Tomplay: Tomplay is an interactive sheet music app for all instruments and for all skill levels. Get tons of sheet music with backing tracks all at the tip of your fingers. Slow pieces down, speed them up, mark your music, and find finger charts. Check out Tomplay today! Get your 14 day free trial here: https://bit.ly/TomplayCoupon Tonegym: Exercise all your music skills in one program! Improve your aural skills, music reading skills, and theory skills with games. Take your learning further with the music academy (videos and quizzes). Share your music and ask further questions in the community! Check it out here: https://www.tonegym.co?aff=10027 📌 Follow Us on the Socials: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/musiciansaddition Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/musiciansaddition/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MA_MusicSchool TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/ @MusiciansAddition Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/musiciansaddition/ Web: https://www.musiciansaddition.com/ 🙏 Thanks for watching! Don't forget to hit like, notify, and subscribe so you don't miss any of our lessons or performances. #flute #flutelessons

Humoresque | Suzuki Cello Book Volume 3 Welcome back to Musician's Addition, where today we dive deep into the nuances of "Humoresque" by Henri Vieuxtemps. This piece is a beautiful challenge for violinists, brimming with intricate details and technical demands. From dotted rhythms to key changes, and extensive work in both fifth and seventh positions, this tutorial covers everything you need to master this captivating piece. Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction to "Humoresque" by Vieuxtemps 0:24 - Overview of technical challenges 0:55 - Preliminary practices and their importance 1:40 - Bowing techniques for precision and expression 2:15 - Section-by-section breakdown and practice tips 3:38 - Key change and its impact on the piece 4:07 - Emphasizing musical expression through dynamics 5:06 - Advanced positioning and shifting techniques 6:06 - Practicing high positions and harmonics 7:14 - Combining techniques for complex sections 8:07 - Final performance tips and practice encouragement 🎶 Check out our music shop! Find funny music-themed apparel, music and instrument accessories, books, and instruments! See the shop here: https://www.musiciansaddition.com/music-shop 🎓 Get these videos in course format! Continue learning along with your instrument and your book. https://bit.ly/MA_Free_Courses 📚 Here are some extra music resources that we love! Tomplay: Tomplay is an interactive sheet music app for all instruments and for all skill levels. Get tons of sheet music with backing tracks all at the tip of your fingers. Slow pieces down, speed them up, mark your music, and find finger charts. Check out Tomplay today! Get your 14 day free trial here: https://bit.ly/TomplayCoupon Tonegym: Exercise all your music skills in one program! Improve your aural skills, music reading skills, and theory skills with games. Take your learning further with the music academy (videos and quizzes). Share your music and ask further questions in the community! Check it out here: https://www.tonegym.co?aff=10027 📌 Follow Us on the Socials: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/musiciansaddition Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/musiciansaddition/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MA_MusicSchool TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/ @MusiciansAddition Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/musiciansaddition/ Web: https://www.musiciansaddition.com/ 🙏 Thanks for watching! Don't forget to hit like, notify, and subscribe so you don't miss any of our lessons or performances.

🌬️ Unlock Your Breathing Potential! Introducing our transformative Musician's Addition's Improve Breathing Course, designed to revolutionize the way you breathe. Whether you're a singer, a wind instrument player, or simply seeking better breath control, this course covers it all. Dive into comprehensive lessons that teach you the art of diaphragmatic breathing, effective stretching to enhance lung capacity, and expert techniques for timing and managing your breath—even when you feel you can't take anymore! Plus, track your journey with our innovative time tracker. Don’t miss the chance to breathe easier and perform better. Enroll now and transform your breath into your most powerful asset! Join here: https://www.musiciansaddition.com/challenge-page/improve_breathing_for_musicians🌬️ Unlock Your Breathing Potential! Introducing our transformative Musician's Addition's Improve Breathing Course, designed to revolutionize the way you breathe. Whether you're a singer, a wind instrument player, or simply seeking better breath control, this course covers it all. Dive into comprehensive lessons that teach you the art of diaphragmatic breathing, effective stretching to enhance lung capacity, and expert techniques for timing and managing your breath—even when you feel you can't take anymore! Plus, track your journey with our innovative time tracker. Don’t miss the chance to breathe easier and perform better. Enroll now and transform your breath into your most powerful asset! Join here: https://www.musiciansaddition.com/challenge-page/improve_breathing_for_musicians

Page 6 Standard Of Excellence Book 1 Tenor Sax Welcome back to Musician's Addition! In this lesson, Rick starts us off with some reminders on the importance of posture and getting in a good breath before we play. (if you really want to improve your breathing, check out our newest breathing course! ) Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 0:29 - Importance of Posture and Breathing 1:21 - Practicing Tips for Beginners 2:58 - Understanding the Fingering Chart 3:30 - Playing Exercises on Page 6 7:35 - Preview of the Next Lesson on Page 7 🎶 Check out our music shop! Find funny music-themed apparel, music and instrument accessories, books, and instruments! See the shop here: https://www.musiciansaddition.com/music-shop 🎓 Get these videos in course format! Continue learning along with your instrument and your book. https://bit.ly/MA_Free_Courses 📚 Here are some extra music resources that we love! Tomplay: Tomplay is an interactive sheet music app for all instruments and for all skill levels. Get tons of sheet music with backing tracks all at the tip of your fingers. Slow pieces down, speed them up, mark your music, and find finger charts. Check out Tomplay today! Get your 14 day free trial here: https://bit.ly/TomplayCoupon Tonegym: Exercise all your music skills in one program! Improve your aural skills, music reading skills, and theory skills with games. Take your learning further with the music academy (videos and quizzes). Share your music and ask further questions in the community! Check it out here: https://www.tonegym.co?aff=10027 📌 Follow Us on the Socials: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/musiciansaddition Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/musiciansaddition/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MA_MusicSchool TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/ @MusiciansAddition Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/musiciansaddition/ Web: https://www.musiciansaddition.com/ 🙏 Thanks for watching! Don't forget to hit like, notify, and subscribe so you don't miss any of our lessons or performances. #tenorsaxophone #tenor #saxophonelesson

Strumming on Guitar: A Beginner's Guide | How To Read and Strum On Guitar Join Evan on Musician's Addition as he introduces the essentials of rhythm and strumming for guitar. In this beginner-friendly tutorial, you'll learn the basics of rhythm, how to read strumming patterns, and practice along with drum tracks to maintain a steady beat. Discover simple and effective strumming patterns to enhance your chord playing, and get tips on transitioning smoothly between chords. Whether you're just starting out or looking to improve your rhythm skills, this video is your guide to mastering the fundamental aspects of guitar strumming. Don't forget to subscribe for more guitar tutorials and tips! 🎶 Check out our music shop! Find funny music-themed apparel, music and instrument accessories, books, and instruments! See the shop here: https://www.musiciansaddition.com/music-shop 🎓 Get these videos in course format! Continue learning along with your instrument and your book. https://bit.ly/MA_Free_Courses 📚 Here are some extra music resources that we love! Tomplay: Tomplay is an interactive sheet music app for all instruments and for all skill levels. Get tons of sheet music with backing tracks all at the tip of your fingers. Slow pieces down, speed them up, mark your music, and find finger charts. Check out Tomplay today! Get your 14 day free trial here: https://bit.ly/TomplayCoupon Tonegym: Exercise all your music skills in one program! Improve your aural skills, music reading skills, and theory skills with games. Take your learning further with the music academy (videos and quizzes). Share your music and ask further questions in the community! Check it out here: https://www.tonegym.co?aff=10027 📌 Follow Us on the Socials: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/musiciansaddition Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/musiciansaddition/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MA_MusicSchool TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/ @MusiciansAddition Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/musiciansaddition/ Web: https://www.musiciansaddition.com/ 🙏 Thanks for watching! Don't forget to hit like, notify, and subscribe so you don't miss any of our lessons or performances.

Mallets Exercise 25 - Lightly Row | Essential Elements Percussion Book 1 In this episode of Musicians Edition, we dive into the mallets section of Essential Elements, focusing on "Lightly Row" (No. 25) on page seven. Join us as we break down the piece, starting with the F at the top of the staff and moving through key signature analysis, note mapping, and effective practice strategies. We cover important topics such as: - Glancing through the piece to identify potential challenges - Understanding key signatures and their impact on the piece - Mapping out notes on the keyboard and visualizing their placement - The importance of saying, touching, and thinking through the notes for better retention - Strategies for handling skips and steps in the music - Recognizing and leveraging repetition within the piece - Breaking the piece into manageable chunks for focused practice - The significance of preparing for the next notes during longer notes By the end of the video, you'll have a solid understanding of how to approach "Lightly Row" and apply these techniques to your future music practice. Don't forget to practice in small bites and give each section enough repetitions until it feels comfortable. Keep practicing, and we'll see you in the next episode! 🎶 Check out our music shop! Find funny music-themed apparel, music and instrument accessories, books, and instruments! See the shop here: https://www.musiciansaddition.com/music-shop 🎓 Get these videos in course format! Continue learning along with your instrument and your book. https://bit.ly/MA_Free_Courses 📚 Here are some extra music resources that we love! Tomplay: Tomplay is an interactive sheet music app for all instruments and for all skill levels. Get tons of sheet music with backing tracks all at the tip of your fingers. Slow pieces down, speed them up, mark your music, and find finger charts. Check out Tomplay today! Get your 14 day free trial here: https://bit.ly/TomplayCoupon Tonegym: Exercise all your music skills in one program! Improve your aural skills, music reading skills, and theory skills with games. Take your learning further with the music academy (videos and quizzes). Share your music and ask further questions in the community! Check it out here: https://www.tonegym.co?aff=10027 📌 Follow Us on the Socials: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/musiciansaddition Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/musiciansaddition/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MA_MusicSchool TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/ @MusiciansAddition Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/musiciansaddition/ Web: https://www.musiciansaddition.com/ 🙏 Thanks for watching! Don't forget to hit like, notify, and subscribe so you don't miss any of our lessons or performances. #MusiciansEdition #Mallets #EssentialElements #MusicPractice #LightlyRow #MusicEducation

Romanza Part A | Standard Of Excellence Book 2 Alto Sax | Practice Alto Sax With Me Welcome back to Musicians Addition! Join Reesa, as we dive into page 36 of the Standard of Excellence book 2 for alto sax, focusing on "Romanza - Part A" by our good friend, Beethoven. This classical piece is a wonderful opportunity to practice your tempo, key signature, and articulation skills, especially with those tricky 16th notes. In this practice session, we'll break down the piece section by section, ensuring you don't get overwhelmed. We'll start with a slow tempo, perfect for mastering those 16th notes, and gradually add in articulations and dynamics. By the end of this practice, you should feel more confident with your rhythm, articulation, and dynamics. If you're ready to play along with a piano accompaniment, check out the Make Music Cloud and join our class for the backing track. https://admin.makemusic.com/join?classCode=M6ZJV-GVQ23 🎶 Check out our music shop! Find funny music-themed apparel, music and instrument accessories, books, and instruments! See the shop here: https://www.musiciansaddition.com/music-shop 🎓 Get these videos in course format! Continue learning along with your instrument and your book. https://bit.ly/MA_Free_Courses 📚 Here are some extra music resources that we love! Tomplay: Tomplay is an interactive sheet music app for all instruments and for all skill levels. Get tons of sheet music with backing tracks all at the tip of your fingers. Slow pieces down, speed them up, mark your music, and find finger charts. Check out Tomplay today! Get your 14 day free trial here: https://bit.ly/TomplayCoupon Tonegym: Exercise all your music skills in one program! Improve your aural skills, music reading skills, and theory skills with games. Take your learning further with the music academy (videos and quizzes). Share your music and ask further questions in the community! Check it out here: https://www.tonegym.co?aff=10027 📌 Follow Us on the Socials: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/musiciansaddition Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/musiciansaddition/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MA_MusicSchool TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/ @MusiciansAddition Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/musiciansaddition/ Web: https://www.musiciansaddition.com/ 🙏 Thanks for watching! Don't forget to hit like, notify, and subscribe so you don't miss any of our lessons or performances.

Sharpshooters' March Pt 1 Tutorial | Rubank Intermediate Method For Flute | Flute Practice With Me Welcome back to Musicians Addition! In this Practice with Me session for flute, join our teacher Reesa as she guides us through Sharpshooters' March (Part 1) from the Rubank Intermediate Method. We're on page 24 and ready to dive into this exciting piece. In this lesson, we'll explore the Key signature and time signature basics, Identifying and tackling accidentals, Navigating rhythms and articulations, Playing with dynamics and expression, Sight-reading, and performance tips. Whether you're new to this piece or revisiting it, Reesa's step-by-step approach will help you master Sharpshooters' March with confidence. Don't forget to check out Part 2 and Part 3 for the complete experience! 🎶 Check out our music shop! Find funny music-themed apparel, music and instrument accessories, books, and instruments! See the shop here: https://www.musiciansaddition.com/music-shop 🎓 Get these videos in course format! Continue learning along with your instrument and your book. https://bit.ly/MA_Free_Courses 📚 Here are some extra music resources that we love! Tomplay: Tomplay is an interactive sheet music app for all instruments and for all skill levels. Get tons of sheet music with backing tracks all at the tip of your fingers. Slow pieces down, speed them up, mark your music, and find finger charts. Check out Tomplay today! Get your 14 day free trial here: https://bit.ly/TomplayCoupon Tonegym: Exercise all your music skills in one program! Improve your aural skills, music reading skills, and theory skills with games. Take your learning further with the music academy (videos and quizzes). Share your music and ask further questions in the community! Check it out here: https://www.tonegym.co?aff=10027 📌 Follow Us on the Socials: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/musiciansaddition Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/musiciansaddition/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MA_MusicSchool TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/ @MusiciansAddition Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/musiciansaddition/ Web: https://www.musiciansaddition.com/ 🙏 Thanks for watching! Don't forget to hit like, notify, and subscribe so you don't miss any of our lessons or performances. #flute #flutelessons

Piano Hand Coordination Practice Using Sections From "Married Life" Welcome to Musician's Addition! In this episode, Evan continues his series on hand independence, a crucial skill for any pianist. Today's lesson focuses on pairing a left-hand loop with various right-hand loops, starting easy and gradually increasing in complexity. By the end of this video, you'll practice playing in 3/4 time, using a segment from the beloved Pixar movie "Up," and eventually tackle a full C major scale with added complexity. Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction to hand independence 0:16 - Pairing left-hand and right-hand loops 0:45 - Keeping rhythm consistent 1:16 - Using "Married Life" from "Up" for the left-hand loop 2:10 - Progressing to more challenging right-hand loops 3:30 - Adding complexity with additional notes 4:48 - Introducing a C major scale with the right hand 6:00 - Combining the scale with a more complex left-hand loop 7:55 - Final thoughts and future lessons Stay Tuned: Subscribe for more tutorials on hand independence and other piano techniques. Happy practicing, and see you in the next video! Here's the sheet music to "Married Life": https://drive.google.com/file/d/12QG5v7JtmIjl7Hw2za08PipRtWiPaLvd/view?usp=sharing 🎶 Check out our music shop! Find funny music-themed apparel, music and instrument accessories, books, and instruments! See the shop here: https://www.musiciansaddition.com/music-shop 🎓 Get these videos in course format! Continue learning along with your instrument and your book. https://bit.ly/MA_Free_Courses 📚 Here are some extra music resources that we love! Tomplay: Tomplay is an interactive sheet music app for all instruments and for all skill levels. Get tons of sheet music with backing tracks all at the tip of your fingers. Slow pieces down, speed them up, mark your music, and find finger charts. Check out Tomplay today! Get your 14 day free trial here: https://bit.ly/TomplayCoupon Tonegym: Exercise all your music skills in one program! Improve your aural skills, music reading skills, and theory skills with games. Take your learning further with the music academy (videos and quizzes). Share your music and ask further questions in the community! Check it out here: https://www.tonegym.co?aff=10027 📌 Follow Us on the Socials: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/musiciansaddition Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/musiciansaddition/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MA_MusicSchool TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/ @MusiciansAddition Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/musiciansaddition/ Web: https://www.musiciansaddition.com/ 🙏 Thanks for watching! Don't forget to hit like, notify, and subscribe so you don't miss any of our lessons or performances. #piano #pianolessons

Barre Chord Work Around on Guitar Welcome back to Musician's Addition! In our previous lessons, we have gone over barre chords. Now, barre chords can be pretty difficult for some, so in this lesson, Evan goes over a few extra tips and tricks to help you get those barre chords to sound better and with less pain. BUT if you are still struggling with your barre chords, we do have a workaround where you can still hit the notes needed for the chord and without having to use 1 finger down on all the strings. 🎶 Check out our music shop! Find funny music-themed apparel, music and instrument accessories, books, and instruments! See the shop here: https://www.musiciansaddition.com/music-shop 🎓 Get these videos in course format! Continue learning along with your instrument and your book. Join for FREE here: https://bit.ly/MA_Free_Courses 📚 Here are some extra music resources that we love! Tomplay: Tomplay is an interactive sheet music app for all instruments and for all skill levels. Get tons of sheet music with backing tracks all at the tip of your fingers. Slow pieces down, speed them up, mark your music, and find finger charts. Check out Tomplay today! Get your 14 day free trial here: https://bit.ly/TomplayCoupon Tonegym: Exercise all your music skills in one program! Improve your aural skills, music reading skills, and theory skills with games. Take your learning further with the music academy (videos and quizzes). Share your music and ask further questions in the community! Check it out here: https://www.tonegym.co?aff=10027 📌 Follow Us on the Socials: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/musiciansaddition Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/musiciansaddition/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MA_MusicSchool TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/ @MusiciansAddition Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/musiciansaddition/ Web: https://www.musiciansaddition.com/ 🙏 Thanks for watching! Don't forget to hit like, notify, and subscribe so you don't miss any of our lessons or performances.

French Market Buzzards March Part 1 | Standard of Excellence Book 2 For Alto Saxophone 🎷 Hello, and welcome back to Musician's Addition! Today, Reesa is going to go over the French Market Buzzards March for alto saxophone from the Standard Of Excellence Book 2. This piece is an arrangement for the entire band and serves as a performance piece, so it's crucial to have it down perfectly. Join us as we analyze the 6/8 time signature, key signature changes, and the plethora of accidentals present in this piece. We'll also discuss the importance of dynamics, repeats, and tempo, ensuring you play with precision and confidence. Key Highlights: 🎶 Understanding the 6/8 time signature and its impact on rhythm 🎶 Navigating key signature changes from no sharps or flats to three sharps 🎶 Identifying and managing accidentals throughout the piece 🎶 Mastering repeats and recognizing where the song actually ends 🎶 Emphasizing dynamics and accents to bring the piece to life Chapters: 0:00 - Looking ahead & Sight-Reading 7:57 - Measures 5-16 11:43 - Measures 17-33 15:50 - Measures 34-50 19:50 - Measures 51-66 20:43 - Measures 67-82 25:46 - Measures 83-End 28:06 - 5-End Join the MakeMusic Cloud Class to Play with the interactive backing tracks: https://admin.makemusic.com/join?classCode=M6ZJV-GVQ23 Don't forget to get your Standard Of Excellence Book 3: https://bit.ly/soe-book3-altosax 🎶 Check out our music shop! Find funny music-themed apparel, music and instrument accessories, books, and instruments! See the shop here: https://www.musiciansaddition.com/music-shop 🎓 Get these videos in course format! Continue learning along with your instrument and your book. Join for FREE here: https://bit.ly/Free_Music_Courses 📚 Here are some extra music resources that we love! Tomplay: Tomplay is an interactive sheet music app for all instruments and for all skill levels. Get tons of sheet music with backing tracks all at the tip of your fingers. Slow pieces down, speed them up, mark your music, and find finger charts. Check out Tomplay today! Get your 14 day free trial here: https://bit.ly/TomplayCoupon Tonegym: Exercise all your music skills in one program! Improve your aural skills, music reading skills, and theory skills with games. Take your learning further with the music academy (videos and quizzes). Share your music and ask further questions in the community! Check it out here: https://www.tonegym.co?aff=10027 📌 Follow Us on the Socials: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/musiciansaddition Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/musiciansaddition/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/MA_MusicSchool TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/ @MusiciansAddition Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/musiciansaddition/ Web: https://www.musiciansaddition.com/ 🙏 Thanks for watching! Don't forget to hit like, notify, and subscribe so you don't miss any of our lessons or performances.