Easy Saxophone Jam for Absolute Beginners

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  • @McGillMusicSaxSchool
    @McGillMusicSaxSchool  4 роки тому +50

    Thanks for watching guys and don't forget to grab the worksheet and practice track here: saxschool.mykajabi.com/easy-sax-jam-worksheet

    • @sampiazza302
      @sampiazza302 4 роки тому +2

      Very cool video makes me want to buy a sax and learn

    • @KuroNeko-sh2by
      @KuroNeko-sh2by 4 роки тому +2

      I need to learn how to play the Alto Sax first to even join your school

    • @ladysmans.t9807
      @ladysmans.t9807 4 роки тому +2

      I need to learn how to play alto saxo for gospel worship songs

    • @tryingcalmjazz9703
      @tryingcalmjazz9703 4 роки тому +1

      Hey can you please do a alto because i just got a a alto saxophone and i am new to it so yeah and i liked the video and subscribe and i want to see how good alto sax is

    • @lewisturner4305
      @lewisturner4305 4 роки тому

      And have you got more on blues music?

  • @williamlindon6623
    @williamlindon6623 2 роки тому +81

    I just got my alto sax yesterday. This was by far the most informative video I’ve seen on UA-cam. I was actually able to play along with you at the end of the video too. Solid solid stuff man.

    • @McGillMusicSaxSchool
      @McGillMusicSaxSchool  2 роки тому +9

      Awesome. Great to hear that William. Have fun with your new sax!

    • @stefanoferreri4717
      @stefanoferreri4717 Рік тому +2

      Fantastic mate I'm a professional musician singer, guitarist I was given a sax and tried it out for the first time yesterday... Your lesson was the best thanks a lot mate

  • @billboyd9388
    @billboyd9388 2 роки тому +30

    I'm 68 starting all over again with an Alto sax. I haven't played since I was 18. I think you're going to get me back to playing again!

  • @davidclaro152
    @davidclaro152 2 роки тому +22

    My daughter is starting sax because she wants to play classic and hip licks. I’ve played sax for at least 10 years. However, I’ve stopped for a few years because of my family and job responsibilities. Now, I’m getting back into it with my daughter. This jam session helps. We want to see more of this. Thanks!

  • @coopersmith9367
    @coopersmith9367 4 роки тому +313

    *puts all my fingers in the right places* okay! *SKREEEEEEEoooooEeeeOooo*

  • @annari79
    @annari79 4 роки тому +133

    alto saxophone , just starting , this was my dream since last more than 20 years ... never to late to make a dream come true . Fingers crossed :)

    • @McGillMusicSaxSchool
      @McGillMusicSaxSchool  4 роки тому +6

      Good for you, go for it! Lots on my channel here to help you get started, and even more on my site if you are interested: www.mcgillmusic.com. Enjoy!

    • @heisenbergkierkegaard3982
      @heisenbergkierkegaard3982 4 роки тому +5

      I just started 2 days ago :)

    • @michaelcooks8768
      @michaelcooks8768 4 роки тому +3

      Don't give up , I also just start playing

    • @jimtheyid
      @jimtheyid 4 роки тому +4

      How ya getting on? I've had mine a month,No clue just live the sax,And wanted to play it. Having lessons,Going slow lol

    • @silvievellas7576
      @silvievellas7576 3 роки тому

      i agree with you; just started at the age of 46 but we lots of practise!

  • @rebeccaparker5529
    @rebeccaparker5529 4 роки тому +9

    Your face during 'our turn' is fantastic, thanks so much your help 😊

  • @LazyParsnip
    @LazyParsnip 4 роки тому +50

    Man, I've been playing sax for 12+ years and I'm so jealous these resources weren't around when I was starting. Great job, Nigel!

    • @McGillMusicSaxSchool
      @McGillMusicSaxSchool  4 роки тому +4

      Cheers Aaron! Glad you liked it.

    • @CaseySaibo
      @CaseySaibo 4 роки тому +4

      Meanwhile I’m here finding it so difficult to read sheet music without the alphabets written on the top or something. I’m 20 years old and I just bought me a saxophone and I’m getting started in learning something I always wanted to do.

    • @alfredoman3206
      @alfredoman3206 4 роки тому +1

      @@McGillMusicSaxSchool how do you play rid eof the valkaries

  • @JayBe1005
    @JayBe1005 4 роки тому +4

    I started because I love the sound the sax makes, the soulfulness off it.

  • @j.dtruths5577
    @j.dtruths5577 Рік тому +1

    I just started I'm brand new, I'm 54 this year and in love with the Neo / Soul / Jazz vibe , so soothing ... Wish me luck
    J... Toronto

  • @robertw1871
    @robertw1871 2 роки тому +8

    Just ordered my 1st sax, I play guitar, keys, drums and bass… have always wanted to learn, finally took the plunge and I’m pretty excited… I’d like to learn anything you’re willing to share with us honestly, I don’t there’s a wrong lesson.

  • @RhodaMatthew-l9k
    @RhodaMatthew-l9k 3 місяці тому +2

    This is the most amazing videos I’ve watched so far on saxophone lesson for beginners

  • @Thehappywanderer.2024
    @Thehappywanderer.2024 11 місяців тому +1

    I just found your u tube site, I am 65 and have always wanted to learn to play sax, but never had confidence to do it, bought an alto now and you' ve got me started playing notes...so, thanks Nigel, Hope you can help me keep going, I really enjoy this. The happy wanderer

    • @McGillMusicSaxSchool
      @McGillMusicSaxSchool  11 місяців тому

      You’re welcome! Great to hear you are getting going on sax.

  • @abijames3374
    @abijames3374 4 роки тому +8

    Hi, thank you for the lessons and information. I am a complete beginner and got myself an Alto saxophone to play Gospel music.

  • @IDRIS-Music
    @IDRIS-Music 4 роки тому +7

    I love the sound of the saxophone. I am thinking about buying one in the future and learn it.

  • @DeogratiusJrMichael
    @DeogratiusJrMichael 4 роки тому +2

    one thing i love about your channel and you made me leave other tutorial channels it's because when you are teaching about the notes and where to position your fingers.. you actually have a side angle that show very close where to put your fingers... as for me am a beginner when you are playing the notes without even tells me where to put my fingers i completely lost...
    YOU GIVE ME MORE CONFIDENCE AND KNOWLEDGE AND WANTING TO LEARN MORE..!
    THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR MAKING EASY FOR US BEGINNERS

  • @tacticalgamer7429
    @tacticalgamer7429 3 роки тому +3

    I have recently been playing a lot of video games during summer break and I’ve been getting lazy. I used to be so good at the alto saxophone, and I recently forgot some notes. I just got back into music and I studied this songs so hard so I can impress my friends. Thank you McGill sax school, - Tactical Gamer

  • @stankymilk
    @stankymilk 6 місяців тому

    I picked up a Tenor Sax back in 5th grade and into 6th. I even played in the marching band for one our towns parades. Now 10 years later I no longer own a sax but still remember everything I learned. I wanted to "rekindle" my originally love for this amazing woodwind so I was watching a few beginner vids to clean off the rust when i found you. I'm not even kidding, the solo at the end just made me smile soo much from pure joy of listening to this amazing instrument. I hope to one day become a music instructor or teacher to inspire and guide other people who also have a love for music. Really enjoyed the video and keep on keeping on man. 🎷

  • @spreadlove8291
    @spreadlove8291 Рік тому +2

    I’ve always loved jazz music ever since I watched this show called Little Bill when I was a child. It just sounded so interesting to me. As an adult, I started listening to Masego. He’s who really got me into wanting to learn the saxophone. In 2020, there was the big lockdown, so decided to go ahead and purchase my saxophone. I learned a few lessons, but then I fell off because I started back working so I’m pretty much rusty and need to start over. I’d love to learn the saxophone inside and out so that I can play at events and gigs and whatever else lol. Sax is awesome!

  • @ralphmeadowsjr.9841
    @ralphmeadowsjr.9841 4 роки тому +2

    Gospel and R&B. I’m 35 and have always been interested in the alto sax. I ordered a fairly cheap beginner one and it will be here 28 Jan 2021. Looking forward to getting started.

  • @keithpetersen9557
    @keithpetersen9557 3 роки тому +1

    As a senior just beginning this a FANTASTIC better than boring scales
    I love soulful slow jazz. Thanks heaps
    K

  • @sonicmcpatriotic333
    @sonicmcpatriotic333 3 роки тому +6

    That was awesome! I am almost 60 & starting back playing my alto after many years. I played in school band, & a little in church, but only know the very basics. I am excited to expand into more sophisticated sounding stuff than Play That Funk Music from Mardi Gras.

  • @carlosvital6591
    @carlosvital6591 4 роки тому +2

    I''ve been practicing for almost 2 years, and I think lo-fi sax and funky sax are my mayor goals

    • @McGillMusicSaxSchool
      @McGillMusicSaxSchool  4 роки тому +1

      Brilliant, Lo-Fi is super cool. Did you check out the Jim Corry masterclass in Sax School last week? Loads of great funky tips in there to help you Carlos!

  • @dustandechoes2
    @dustandechoes2 3 роки тому +15

    Just started alto sax! This video was a bit confusing, but I am grateful for your effort! Thx! 😁

    • @McGillMusicSaxSchool
      @McGillMusicSaxSchool  3 роки тому

      Stick at it. If you need more beginner help, I’ve got a quick start course in my free Tool Kit bundle. You can grab it here: saxschoolonline.com/courses/

  • @michaelcooks8768
    @michaelcooks8768 4 роки тому +3

    Your style of teaching is a wow

  • @danceswithsquirrels7106
    @danceswithsquirrels7106 2 місяці тому +1

    Dana and Alden got me into it. Their style is something I want to mimic - which is smooth Jazz.

  • @dicksonmatiya255
    @dicksonmatiya255 3 роки тому +1

    I started to play sax because of my church pastor was so in love with the sound that sax add to music....... we bought it without anyone knowing how to play it so i took some time to learn the basics.

  • @lilibryant2032
    @lilibryant2032 3 роки тому +2

    I’ve been wanting to learn jazz on alto for a while. I work at an antique mall so I saw a Vito for $75. My friend came in to test it and it works amazingly for a beginner sax. I love it already!

  • @eranzerbib3774
    @eranzerbib3774 4 роки тому +1

    hey m8 ;) got my alto sax 2 weeks ago, got my self a friend whos is teaching me the basics but I come a lot to your channel to get inspiration and see what can I learn in weeks/months!
    Thanks! Much appreciated

    • @eranzerbib3774
      @eranzerbib3774 4 роки тому

      and jazz mainly but mix it up with more genres

    • @McGillMusicSaxSchool
      @McGillMusicSaxSchool  4 роки тому

      Good stuff. Have fun with your sax! I’ve got lots more to help you in my main Sax School if you want some extra inspiration!

  • @flg54
    @flg54 3 роки тому

    I'm a real starter.....started by my self , now looking for a teacher in the Netherlands .
    you make it looks so easy......thank you.

  • @therealfrancocandir
    @therealfrancocandir 4 роки тому +13

    I wanted to start because I love jazz and the instrument looks fantastic

    • @samg3149
      @samg3149 4 роки тому

      Same

    • @danyellefields9278
      @danyellefields9278 4 роки тому

      That’s not all you play on a sax if you want to do a Marching band you hardly ever play jazz

  • @davidslater7187
    @davidslater7187 2 роки тому +1

    Just got started had my first lesson recently. Watching your lesson got me fired up to do more. thanks for sharing

  • @AngryPrawn
    @AngryPrawn 4 роки тому +2

    This was the first exercise that really made tonguing click with me. I just picked up a cheap second hand Chinese tenor and started playing. I played for a good few weeks without even knowing that tonguing was a thing, and slurring every note has been a really hard habit to break. Playing along to this is the first time that tonguing felt more intuitive than slurring. Thanks for the help!

  • @drygyn
    @drygyn Рік тому +4

    This was absolutely hilarious for all the wrong reasons. You: a sweet simple jam. You then pass it off to me, with a smile and nodding to my jam. My jam: plain air, horrible squeaking, then me laughing at how you would not be smiling and jamming to that, haha. Great lesson though, I'll just have to keep at it.

    • @McGillMusicSaxSchool
      @McGillMusicSaxSchool  Рік тому

      Ha! You’ll get there. Remember to keep it super simple - work through this lesson a few more times. Even if you just use one one note, you can get started with jamming. And if you need help getting those first notes out more cleanly, grab my free ToolKit lesson bundle here: saxschoolonline.com/courses/

  • @TheThsepo
    @TheThsepo 2 роки тому +1

    Just bought a sax and have been following your lessons am improving wanna play at church.

  • @robbiesloan3992
    @robbiesloan3992 3 роки тому +4

    been a recording musician most of my life mainly as a fretless bassist have my own studio blah blah blah always wanted to learn sax but never in my safe zone as a drummer guitar player kinda dude but here goes just ordered my first sax heres hoping due to lock down covid etc i can learn something new as i dont get to play with other musicians now. peace from scotland.

    • @yngvae2
      @yngvae2 3 роки тому +1

      i play fretless elec bass too. and now wana try a sax

  • @whitbycolin
    @whitbycolin 3 роки тому +7

    Hi Nigel,
    As a true beginner I'd like to say thank you for the worksheet and backing track. I've give it a quick go and feel more comfortable now I can set my goal as to master this "simple" lesson
    Cheers 🎷

  • @nubia7642
    @nubia7642 Рік тому

    This is my first time in UA-cam. Thank you, I’m going to learn because I’m biopolar and I thought music will distract my brain. Even though I’m very busy. Thank you. I’m a farmer.

  • @ronins2007
    @ronins2007 2 роки тому +3

    Jam session was freakin sweet! Thanks I’m getting back in it. This was cool. Thanks again

  • @camgeddes1132
    @camgeddes1132 2 роки тому

    ACE! After years of not playing i just bought a 1940's Martin Tenor, your videos have been invaluable

  • @paulrumbold2436
    @paulrumbold2436 4 роки тому +1

    Hi, first time here , took up sax years ago , now want to do it so bad . . Love all sax music . I’m in England . Just love the sound of this

  • @guydelorme417
    @guydelorme417 4 роки тому +2

    Great lesson showing how to improvise.The part that the student and you playing is especially important, not only the student learn to read the notes but he also learns to play with rhythm.

  • @karenhumphrey5007
    @karenhumphrey5007 3 роки тому +1

    Very excited now after watching your video, ordered my sax on rental scheme, think I'm going to enjoy jazz, ex clarinet player many years ago now 👍😊

  • @yohanesradjaban8934
    @yohanesradjaban8934 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks for this very beautiful tutorials. I learn a lot. Thanks. Hvala Svima. Danke schon.

  • @nickstewsays
    @nickstewsays 5 місяців тому

    Love these videos! I’ve gotten back into alto sax after 14 years since high school. I’m trying to get into playing some reggae and your videos have been great for getting back into it!

  • @kaiokenkc5890
    @kaiokenkc5890 4 роки тому +5

    alto sax: I played when I was a kid, now in my 30s, just bought a sax today. I'd like to try punk style eventually, do some covers, and some pop covers :)

  • @afrikaunite4330
    @afrikaunite4330 4 роки тому +1

    Hi I have a great love gor the saxophone. I have recently brought an Alto sax, just learning how to blow, I'm getting there. This really help a me to understand the notes. I would live to play smooth jazz one day.

  • @JorgeMarioValenciaHerrera
    @JorgeMarioValenciaHerrera 4 роки тому +1

    I have just started to learn Alto Sax and I have loved its sound since I was really young I used to play flute a loong time ago as a child so I'm really exited, thanks a lot for this practical tutorial

  • @AnitaDeKok
    @AnitaDeKok 4 роки тому +1

    Tenor sax here, just picked it up today. Thanks for your extremely clear and helpful lesson!

  • @brianmorrison8704
    @brianmorrison8704 2 роки тому +1

    I learnt how to drive 18 speed transmission recently. Including double clutching and splitting gears..... so I saw a tenor sax.....it looks like a transmission, bc it's got alot of stuff going on at once. I'm about 5 days into having the tenor. I enjoy this page

  • @adamspencer9280
    @adamspencer9280 Рік тому +1

    I'm returning to Sax and really liked this, what I would love would be a transcript of your improvisation. Then almost play against myself. When I had lessons years back we did this exercise but as a beginner I ended up with a limited range of my own improvisation. I always wanted some Impro. examples to try and then adapt them to my versions mainly at the beginning of my sax journey. I also like ear training but in parallel. I'll be staying tuned and hope to join the school in a short while. Warm regards.

  • @doryshallswim2646
    @doryshallswim2646 3 роки тому

    i literary just started alto sax today and you made it (when i say this i mean it) SO MUCH EASIER. before i was speaking a lot. i do have exp from clarinet and i used to play flute a few years back but you helped me understand the notes and a lot more. i am pursuing mu dream of playing jazz music. shout out to Mr. Barron for inspiring me to play alto sac

  • @jacobboswall6818
    @jacobboswall6818 Рік тому +1

    This has changed everything. Thank you!

  • @mysteryemmanuel
    @mysteryemmanuel 3 роки тому +3

    Am from Ghana west Africa. That was really helpful. Am looking at doing gospel

    • @McGillMusicSaxSchool
      @McGillMusicSaxSchool  3 роки тому

      Great stuff. We actually have an "Introduction to gospel saxophone" course inside Sax School PRO when you're ready. More info here: saxschoolonline.com/courses/

  • @frungledunker673
    @frungledunker673 3 роки тому +2

    I felt on top of the world after playing of this thank you so much!

  • @guillermoarrazola4935
    @guillermoarrazola4935 4 роки тому +1

    Just got my tenor sax after 5 years taking lessons with alto sax .very enjoyable now that I am retired. Always loved music, specially sax.
    Your teaching method is easy to follow even for an old guy !

  • @peterarome7644
    @peterarome7644 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks for helping me out with this lesson,
    I'm having issues on identifying the notes on each keys.

  • @tephlondandada156
    @tephlondandada156 4 роки тому +1

    Soprano sax. Everyone keeps saying it’s difficult but I believe I can do it and it has always been on my mind.

  • @dopmyne
    @dopmyne 4 роки тому +1

    I enjoyed it... I felt ontop of the world playing after you... thanks McGill Music Sax School

  • @cborles
    @cborles 3 роки тому +1

    just started sax in band! i got to bring it home today and im so excited :)

  • @jerridedgington
    @jerridedgington 2 роки тому +1

    I just bought my first tenor saxophone and honestly the reason I took interest is because of the sax player from Eddie and the Cruisers movie. That man could play!!!

  • @davidhyatt7550
    @davidhyatt7550 2 роки тому

    First, I love your style. What got me into Saxaphone. Stan Getz...many years ago. David Hyatt from Israel

  • @FriendofIsreal
    @FriendofIsreal Місяць тому +1

    Any music on the saxophone to spend tranqil time after age of 60+ . It's heavenly, keeps out sound of wife, entertains grandkids😂

  • @triforceconstruction8107
    @triforceconstruction8107 3 роки тому +1

    This was my first time ever playing and I'm hooked! Thanks for this!

  • @JeiElRai
    @JeiElRai 6 місяців тому +1

    I'm a multi-instrumentalist strongly considering sax as an instrument that may potentially become my main, currently trying to assess the learning curve. I'm drawn to it originally from jazz, but my interest has been massively spurred by a recently-found passion for ska. I love funk as well.
    Once i get a saxophone I'll definitely be geared towards these rhythmic, blues-based styles. It looks like the pentatonic scales are pretty easy to play, the only big unknown variable for me is the nuances of getting the mouth and tongue stuff right. I'm at least confident that my knowledge of theory and general musical experience will make the learning curve reasonably approachable 😊

  • @KikaKika94
    @KikaKika94 4 роки тому

    Not only are you a great teacher, but you're also charismatic and really good looking! (I don't even own a sax I was just listening to Coltrane and wondered how it would be to play, thank you for the lessons)

  • @alexpierantoni8663
    @alexpierantoni8663 3 роки тому +1

    Played from 5th grade to 12th I’m 44 now and want to get back to playing . Buying a beginner sax and watching these videos

  • @joejohnson5250
    @joejohnson5250 3 роки тому +1

    Started playing saxophone because I love the way the artist masego uses his saxophone in a modern way

    • @jackcraven7979
      @jackcraven7979 3 роки тому

      I did too I practice using just books & youtube for 2 month before signiup for lessons & can play all notes & fingers & read basic notation minus Altissimo gave me a huge head start

  • @yeltsinsirob3144
    @yeltsinsirob3144 4 роки тому +9

    I want to learn to play at parties, weddings, gatherings etc. Thank you

    • @McGillMusicSaxSchool
      @McGillMusicSaxSchool  4 роки тому +1

      That’s a great goal - have you started learning some tunes for this yet?

  • @davidebojoh8503
    @davidebojoh8503 4 роки тому +3

    Thank you, This piece really helps...I love to do jazz n gospel

  • @MrExprise
    @MrExprise 4 роки тому +1

    I wanted to start because of both jazz and hip hop. Thanks for the lesson :)

    • @MrExprise
      @MrExprise 4 роки тому

      Oh, also when you 'ta ta ta' each note, so you still do that when you do fast consecutive notes? Are there cases when you don't ta each note and 'hammer' from one to another? Sorry I'm new I hope this makes sense.

  • @Somewe
    @Somewe 4 роки тому +5

    Beautiful lesson❤️ Thank you so much. I started to learn how to play saxophone three weeks ago. I wasn't even sure what kind of saxophone I have until your lesson😂 I would like to learn how to play jazz style. In regards to you lesson, I would personally learn better how to play the songs if the notes will be emphasized somehow when playing. I mean when changing from one to another. Thank you for your time and effort invested into supporting my development 🙏

    • @bevtooth
      @bevtooth Рік тому

      I think so too. An absolute beginner wouldn't know which note to what you were playing each time

  • @robstevens9590
    @robstevens9590 4 роки тому +6

    I have difficulty playing the altissimo notes in tune, otherwise I have a well developed relative pitch. I like the example of usinbg "Over the Rainbow" -- I played it (along with 4 other songs) from my balcony on Sunday for the neighborhood in lockdown.

  • @HuSoYoutube
    @HuSoYoutube 3 роки тому +1

    I started my sax journey , and this is the perfect 👌 lessons i needed.
    I already feel like musician 🧑‍🎤

  • @Blaaaaze.
    @Blaaaaze. 3 роки тому +2

    i just started playing today and this taught me so much thanks man

    • @McGillMusicSaxSchool
      @McGillMusicSaxSchool  3 роки тому +1

      Awesome! Congrats on starting. Lots more videos on my channel to help you and I have a free starter course in my Saxophone Tool Kit here: saxschoolonline.com/courses

  • @karenkummer2354
    @karenkummer2354 3 роки тому

    I'm 61 in a few weeks and I've asked for a saxophone! I've never played a musical instrument nor can I read music but hey I'm so excited to learn. I hope I can even make a sound! Great video new subscriber

  • @jdgrivetti357
    @jdgrivetti357 4 місяці тому +1

    I'm 74 and starting saxophone! Got a tenor and alto, love them both! This video really helps ! I'm want to play gospel music....0

  • @eNeVeFamily
    @eNeVeFamily 3 роки тому +1

    I'm going to be spending a couple hours watching this video. Very good thanks.

  • @mattyevansracing2798
    @mattyevansracing2798 3 роки тому

    I’ve been watching these videos of yours on an evening and finally ordered my first saxophone - here goes ….. wish me luck! 👍

  • @paulamenyo2049
    @paulamenyo2049 3 роки тому +1

    I am very new to sax. Just love playing it.

  • @martysanchez3890
    @martysanchez3890 2 роки тому

    Jazz and Pop! Been playing drums for years and I used to play classical clarinet

  • @oculusanji24fe48
    @oculusanji24fe48 2 роки тому

    I had such a fun time jamming with you, I could hear you play and I play as well with the same notes. For the first time sense I got the sax two days ago I felt like I play something epicc yesssss

  • @patriciabrugman2136
    @patriciabrugman2136 3 роки тому +1

    I’m here to learn to play Dixieland and other jazz. Love this. Thanks!

  • @robertaube3845
    @robertaube3845 2 роки тому +1

    Ever since I herd the (Pop) song Harden My Heart by Quarterflash I've always wanted to learn to play the Saxophone. I just bought a Selmer Alto Sax yesterday. Brand spanking new. I was renting a Student model Yamaha for two months, but was nervous playing it as I was worried I'd somehow be on the hook if it got damaged. I wasn't going to comment. But you asked what type of music do you want to play. So I guess my answer that came to my mind instantly was pop. Thanks for your help on this journey I'm trying to go on...

  • @CTproduction4K
    @CTproduction4K 4 роки тому +2

    Wow. This was one of my favourite lessons. Love the easy jam you played. Thanks!

  • @thehighergoddess5240
    @thehighergoddess5240 3 роки тому +1

    I’m new to saxophone and your videos have helped me so very much, thank you. Live DJ sets had me wanting to learn but I also love blues too. Stay blessed 💜🎷🎷🎷

  • @mrtempowermentinc.3661
    @mrtempowermentinc.3661 3 роки тому

    I started playing the sax during the pandemic. I have taught myself as much as I can so far. I am interested in Gospel and Jazz. I need lessons now because I am ready to REALLY learn.

  • @mr555harv
    @mr555harv 3 роки тому

    Trying to teach beginning sax to my son. Your approach is great. Let us know how to work with you more. This intro music is great.. Get the kid involved and playing fast. There also is the always great: C Jam Blues, where you only need ONE note, and it is great! Keep more coming. WE need real music where the beginner needs only a few notes. The pentatonic scale is the best. You got a great idea. Start with the most elementary real music, not so much scales and arduous activity. Thanks.

  • @kjell-akeapell3285
    @kjell-akeapell3285 3 місяці тому +1

    Received my first saxofon ever today.😊

    • @McGillMusicSaxSchool
      @McGillMusicSaxSchool  3 місяці тому

      Awesome!!!! Reach out if you need help getting started. We have a free “Quickstart” course in our Tool Kit bundle here: www.saxschool.online/the-ultimate-saxophone-tool-kit-2-0

  • @samsmith6588
    @samsmith6588 4 роки тому +5

    This was a really good idea, I'm just not good enough yet to improvise let alone move notes that quickly lol! Maybe I'll come back to this in a couple of months

  • @zoee2120
    @zoee2120 3 роки тому +1

    I started playing a alto sax but now I’m on tenor. I started to play because I needed something to make me feel better and the alto sax did just that. I stepped away from band for two years due to a sports injury and then tried again this year. I wanted to start off on a alto saxophone ago but I just couldn’t connect to it like I used to. Today (March 23,2021) my band director and I made the decision to try me on a tenor saxophone. I was heartbroken at first but once I started to play the tenor I started to feel better. I wanna get good at the tenor so I can hopefully go back to the alto and be as good as I used to be.

  • @whitneyjardine3800
    @whitneyjardine3800 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you so much, this honestly has helped me learn quickly and feel confident in what I'm learning.... Help keep the passion alive!

  • @kaleidosaur2828
    @kaleidosaur2828 2 роки тому

    I love this format, I love beginner material not specifically made for kids! To answer your question, I started playing after falling completely in love with swing dancing, and especially being so impressed by the sax players in the swing jazz bands... It would be so cool if I could be even a fraction of that one day!

  • @EmilyHough-n6x
    @EmilyHough-n6x 4 місяці тому

    I have just found your videos, so helpful. Thank you. Would love to learn Alto sax to play house music - gypsy woman etc

  • @adenikebamigboye5843
    @adenikebamigboye5843 Рік тому +1

    Thank you so much. This is so helpful. I really want to play gospel songs

  • @Dirt_Reynolds17
    @Dirt_Reynolds17 Рік тому +1

    Also I’m here cause I’ve been really into John Coltrane and Coleman Hawkins lately. Played alto in middle school for 2 years then quit due to changing schools. Got my old saxophone back from my moms house yesterday. So basically here for jazz lol.

  • @jodyespina9452
    @jodyespina9452 3 роки тому +2

    Great work here Nigel - This can get everyone off to a great start improvising!

  • @heyyitsanjola9962
    @heyyitsanjola9962 Рік тому +1

    This was supper cool this would help with improvising a lot I wanted ask if could cover more gospel song and how they are formed since quite hard find on UA-cam in general it would great if could thanks

  • @camronthomas4140
    @camronthomas4140 3 роки тому

    So I just rented me a Selmer tenor sax today, and im in love with it!! I ended up playing it around 2 hours after I got it, and ive learned so much! I am a Junior in high school, and ive played the clarinet for 5.5 ish years, and im just now starting sax. My goal is to be able to play in a jazz band at school, lets hope I can do it within a week!

    • @McGillMusicSaxSchool
      @McGillMusicSaxSchool  3 роки тому

      Go for it Camron, but be patient. Good to focus on getting some solid skills together. I have some other free stuff that will help you here: saxschoolonline.com/courses/

  • @jazzyjag1989
    @jazzyjag1989 5 місяців тому

    I’ve been trying to learn to play tenor sax for a while. I did play in my youth, and thought I’d like to get back to it in my more “ mature years”. I’d love to just play some jazzy/ funky tunes. Hope I can make it work!