Saxophone
Tuning: Eb (Alto Sax), Bb (Tenor)
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The Saxophone
This is an instrument which is a hybrid of the woodwind mouthpiece, the oboe-like conic barrel, and a body that resembles that of the brass. It was invented by the German Adolph Sax in 1840, however was not accepted into the symphonic orchestra, except for several French composers who integrated it in their work.
Composers like Debussy, with his "Rhapsody for Saxophone and orchestra", Bizet in his "L'Arlesienne", and Richard Strauss in "Symphony Domestique" made use of it, use that did not make it a true member of the "classic" club of instrument.
In jazz, however, it was welcomed, and it became one of the most important instruments in this style. Jazz players like Charlie Parker, the inventor of Bebop, Coleman Hawkins, Lester Young, Sonny Rollins and young Michael Breaker, brought this instrument fame and sympathy.
It is also a significant instrument in Rock n' Roll music, the saxophone is a significant instrument, and of power, being used for energetic, expressive improvisations here.

The saxophone family includes four main members: soprano, alt, tenor and baritone.

Composers


Debussy


Bizet


Strauss





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