Whether we are talking about a typical school band, a marching band, a concert band, a jazz band, or on another level, a professional orchestra, there are three main different groups of instruments in a band: But, what instruments are in a band? If we… Read More »Band Instruments – What Instruments Are in a Band?
College is prohibitively expensive for most Americans, with total student debt soaring by ​107% over the 2009-2019 decade. This has increasingly led students and parents across the country to seek out any opportunities to find scholarships. Luckily, there are countless scholarships out there, provided that… Read More »Band Instrument Scholarships Recommendations
Between my bachelor’s and master’s degrees, I’ve studied some of the hardest flute pieces in the repertoire. Those works came out of the Baroque era all the way up to the 2010s. If you’re looking to improve your playing, consider learning the following pieces. Here… Read More »The 13 Hardest Flute Pieces
If you are looking at saxophones, you have probably seen these brightly colored fluffy rods that also make great lightsaber fights. What is the deal with these? Are they good for your sax? What are these rods? These are referred to as saxophone pad savers. … Read More »Saxophone Pad Savers
Imagine you find your dream flute and get the perfect sound on it. But after a few months, you notice black spots, or tarnish, starting to appear. One of the best ways to prevent that is to use anti-tarnish strips. The strips sit in your… Read More »Anti-tarnish Strips for FlutesÂ
You may have come across a couple of articles referring to a left-handed saxophone, or maybe you’re just curious about the topic. Do left-handed saxes exist? Or are they just a myth? The idea for a left-handed saxophone may come from the incredible popularity of… Read More »Left-handed Saxophones
If you’ve visited a Sam Ash you may have seen their line of instruments called Jean Baptiste. What are these like? Are they any good? We will explore these topics in this article. What are Jean Baptiste saxophones? Jean Baptiste instruments began business in 1932… Read More »Jean Baptiste Saxophones
Are you looking for a good beginner flute for yourself or your child? I’d recommend you try the Yamaha 225SII to determine if it’s a good option for your needs. What Is the Yamaha 225SII? The Yamaha 225SII is an entry-level flute, and it’s great… Read More »The Yamaha 225SII Flute
You may have noticed a chapstick type tube that came with your saxophone. What is it? What is it used for, and why does it matter? It is one of the most important cleaning tools every saxophonist should have. Do Saxophones Need Cork Grease? Cork grease… Read More »Cork Grease for Saxophone
The recorder and the flute are from the woodwind family. The question is, how do they compare? What are their main differences, and similarities?
