Technique Builders
The Woodshed
Looking to take your saxophone playing to the next level? Then you've come to the right place. The woodshed contains a collection of scale and melodic patterns in all keys that are designed to improve your technique in all ranges of the horn.
How Does It Work?
How To Use This Section
It is recommended that students pick one scale pattern that address an area of weakness on the horn focus on it for 1 -2 weeks before moving on to another pattern. During period students should explore the follow:
- Different tempos. Start at 60 bpm and gradually increase the tempo to challenge your dexterity; always use a metronome.
- Different articulations
- Different dynamics
- Memorizing the pattern
- Different rhythms (e.g. triplets)
- Applying the patterns in improvised situations. Do not use them verbatim, but explore the key concept behind the pattern and use this to expand your creativity.
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