How Do You Use A Tenor Saxophone Mouthpiece?
One of the first things a tenor saxophone beginner must learn is how to manage and protect the mouthpiece. The mouthpiece holds the reed and is responsible for the sound the tenor saxophone makes. Proper use of the mouthpiece is a crucial early step in becoming a good tenor saxophone player. Choose the right mouthpiece and reed combination. The mouthpiece’s lay, the distance between the mouthpiece and the reed, determines the strength of the reed you need. Most standard mouthpieces have a medium lay requiring a medium strength reed. However, wide lays require a soft reed and narrow lays require a strong reed. Consider the mouthpiece’s baffle. The baffle is the amount of empty space in the mouthpiece between the reed and the top of the mouthpiece. Choose a mouthpiece with a small distance for a clean, crisp sound. For a more classic, diffused sound you’ll need a large distance. Protect the reed. Any minor damage to the tenor saxophone’s reed can have a major impact on the sound. To ensu
