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The saxophone was invented by Adolphe Sax in 1841, a Belgian clarinetist. The saxophone was invented to resemble an intermediate instrument between woodwind and brass, although it is generally considered a woodwind instrument. Originally, Sax invented 14 different saxophones.[1] There are five types of saxophones in use today: E♭ Soprano Saxophone, B♭ Alto Saxophone, E♭ Tenor Saxophone, C Melody Saxophone and E♭ Baritone Saxophone. Because the note fingering is the same on all types of saxophones, it is easy for a saxophonist to switch from one sax to another.
References
- ↑ Pearson, Bruce. "Standard of Exellence Comprehensive Band Method Book 1 E♭ Alto Saxohone." San Diego: Niel A. Kjos Music Company, 1993. 48.