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By Carolyn Walter A relatively new-kid-on-the block as instruments go, the saxophone was invented less than 200 years ago! Here is a short sampling of facts about this versatile instrument: 1. While typically constructed of brass, the saxophone is actually a member of the woodwind family. The sax earns this classification because of the way... Continue Reading →
By Carolyn Walter Woodwind “doubling,” or performing on multiple members of the single reed, flute or double reed family, is a fairly common practice. From an arranger’s standpoint, utilizing players who can double on multiple woodwinds vastly expands the available stylistic and timbral palette available, especially when there can only be a finite number of... Continue Reading →
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