How to play altissimo G#, A and Bb on saxophone

Here is how I usually play altissimo G#, A and Bb on the saxophone using what’s sometimes known as the triangle fingerings. The right hand forms the triangle with Ta (side Bb), Tc (side C) and 4 (F). The left hand simply fingers 1,2 and 3, like a high G, with the octave key of course.
For altissimo A you raise the first finger on the left hand, so you’re just using 2 and 3. Right hand stays the same as before.
For altissimo Bb you raise the second finger on the left as well, leaving only finger 3 down. Right hand stays the same again.
The three fingerings are very similar, they’re relatively easy to produce, stable, in tune and allow for easy movement between them. If your setup is too soft then altissimo will be difficult, so adjust the reed as necessary. Don’t worry if you get is a lower (or higher) sound, it takes quite a bit of practice but you will find it improves your tone and control over the instrument over time. Do also check out this video on how to play altissimo G:
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[@michaelharvey5138]

Great little video..easy to understand…

[@raseshgandhi6702]

Beautiful information 🎉🎉🎉

[@chiemenaukazim3829]

You just unlocked something for me. I thank you.

[@Osnosis]

G# is just regular G in the LH, and side C. A is just venting the G# by lifting the LH index finger (and possibly releasing the side-C for tuning). Bb is lifting the middle finger LH (again with the side-C up/down for tuning).

[@abimael925]

HERE BRAZIL. I SUFFERING WHIT THIS G#-------- YOU DO NOT HAND RIGHT, I LEARNED HAND LEFT, WITH YOUR PRATICE. GOD BLESS YOU.

[@abimael925]

you teach hand left, and no teach hand right. WHY?

[@qmanhill77]

Can't wait to try this out

[@Istanbul661]

In alto sax. If we press which keys, the octave crook key does not go up?

[@neilmcgovern8917]

The G key, or finger 3 on the left hand toggles the octave key from the crook one opening to the other.

[@Istanbul661]

@@neilmcgovern8917
That is, if we press any key other than the G key along with the octave key, the octave crook key will go up and there is no obstacle?.

[@Saxtoo]

I always find that if you extend your lower jaw just a little more than normal, (think of a Neanderthal, then you get the picture!) then attack the altissimo notes more with an air punch they pop out from the ether!
🎶🎷🦆💨

[@thegreatnetheritehoe9052]

I am always interested in different fingerings for these high altissimo notes I will definitely try these