Standard of Excellence Book 2, Page 9: Tenor Sax Lesson

Ready to level up your tenor saxophone skills? This lesson is your essential guide to Standard of Excellence Book 2, Page 9. We tackle the B-flat Major key signature, which introduces the critical E-flat and B-flat notes. Knowing the new fingerings is key!

In this video, Rick from Musician's Addition breaks down the E-flat fingering (position #36) on the tenor sax. We play through the B-flat Major scale, tackle articulation in "Greased Lightning," and introduce two important musical concepts: monophonic and polyphonic texture. We also dive into the beautiful duet partner songs, "White Coral Bells" and "Vespers Song," demonstrating how they create harmony when played together. Finally, we review tricky eighth rests and the accelerando in the folk song "Oh, Susanna."

Chapters:
0:00 - Introduction to Page 9
0:19 - New Key Signature: B-flat Major
0:30 - E-flat Fingering Breakdown (#36)
1:02 - Monophonic & Polyphonic Texture (Concept)
1:30 - Playing the B-flat Major Scale
2:25 - "Greased Lightning" (#37)
4:08 - Partner Songs Duet: White Coral Bells & Vespers Song (#38)
4:26 - Playing Part A (White Coral Bells)
4:54 - Playing Part B (Vespers Song)
5:36 - Playing the Duet Together
6:56 - Reviewing Eighth Rests in "Oh, Susanna"
8:38 - "Oh, Susanna" (#39) Play-Through
9:39 - Accelerando Example
10:24 - Conclusion and Practice Tip

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