What is the range of A baritone saxophone?

What is the range of A baritone saxophone?

C2 to A4
It is a transposing instrument in the key of E♭, pitched an octave plus a major sixth lower than written. It is one octave lower than the alto saxophone. Modern baritones with a low A key and high F♯ key have a range from C2 to A4. As with all saxophones, its music is written in treble clef.

What is the range of A saxophone?

Bb to F
The generally accepted range of the saxophone (transposed) is Bb to F two octves and a fifth above. The most comfortable range for playing is somewhere in the middle. A competent player however can play with ease throughout the range, and even above, into the altissimo range.

What is the range of A soprano saxophone?

The instrument A transposing instrument pitched in the key of B♭, modern soprano saxophones with a high F♯ key have a range from concert A♭3 to E6 (written low B♭ to high F♯) and are therefore pitched one octave above the tenor saxophone.

What is the range of A tenor saxophone?

Ab2 to E5
The tenor sax is pitched in the key of Bb; modern tenor saxophones have a high F# key and a range from Ab2 to E5 (concert) and are therefore pitched one octave below the soprano saxophone. The tenor saxophone consists of a larger mouthpiece, reed, and ligature than the alto and soprano saxophones.

Which saxophone has the most range?

Alto saxophone

Woodwind instrument
Developed	28 June 1846
Playing range
In E♭: sounds a major sixth lower than written. Most modern alto saxophones can reach a high F♯ (or higher using altissimo fingerings).
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What is the best baritone saxophone?

5 Best Baritone Saxophone and the Best Baritone Saxophone Brands

• Mendini MBS-30L+92D.
• Selmer BS500 Baritone Saxophone.
• Yamaha YBS-52 Baritone Saxophone.
• Allora Paris AABS-955.
• Tempest Baritone Saxophone.

What saxophone has the most range?

What saxophone is in C?

The C melody saxophone is a saxophone pitched in the key of C, one whole tone above the B-flat tenor saxophone. In the UK it is sometimes referred to as a “C tenor”, and in France as a “tenor en ut”.

Are all tenor saxophone B flat?

Tenor and soprano saxophones are in the key of B♭, just like clarinets. All three of these instruments produce a B♭ when playing a C on the score. That is why in order to produce the same C pitch as keyed instruments or the flute (concert or “written” C), they must actually play a D.

What sax is best for jazz?

Five of the best saxophones for jazz

• Selmer TS44 Professional Tenor Saxophone Black Nickel. Reasonable pricing. Great sound and playing feel. Engraved bell.
• Yamaha Custom Alto Saxophone YAS-82Z Lacquered. Check Price on Amazon. Mauriat Le Bravo.
• P. Mauriat Le Bravo Intermediate Alto Saxophone Matte Finish. No engraving.

How much does a good baritone saxophone cost?

Beginner baritones usually range in cost from $1,500 to $3,000. Intermediate, or step-up baritones usually range in cost $2,400 to $3,800 and entry level pro trombones (still largely played by advanced students) around $3,800 and up.