The tenor sax is one of the most common sax’s around. The tenor is a great place for beginners to start. Tenor and alto sax’s account for 90% of the worlds’ saxophones. Stan Getz and Plas Johnson both play a mean tenor.

The tenor sax is generally more expensive than an alto. A good one like the Yamaha can cost well over $1200, but with good care and regular servicing it can last you a lifetime. A well taken care of, branded saxophone will hold its resale value quite well. There has been an influx of no name saxophones that are fairly cheap, but don’t sound as good and don’t last as long. You may get lucky, but search the web for reviews of the sax you want to buy before you spend any money. A site like SH Woodwind that is impartial can be a great tool.

The tenor sax is normally pitched in Bb and comes in three levels: beginner, intermediate, and pro.

Almost anyone can play the tenor sax. They may be a little big for younger players to start on. These instruments are 3 ½ feet long and weigh several pounds. They are solid metal after all. The breath support is quite difficult for smaller children and the finger holes are somewhat large, to boot. A child younger than 10 or 11 would struggle with the tenor. The alto may be best for them.

The tenor sax is a great beginner for older children and adults. But is a fairly expensive instrument. Search the internet and stores for the best buy you can find.

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