Though the Alto Saxophone is made of brass, it is classified as a woodwind instrument and utilizes a mouthpiece resembling that of the clarinet.
Starting in the mid-1920s with the rise of the big bands, the saxophone family slowly but steadily evolved from a vaudeville novelty into a staple in the mainstream of jazz. The saxophone family includes instruments with at least eight different voice ranges: soprano, alto, tenor and baritone being the most common. Since they were patented in 1846, saxophones have become centrally important in military, dance and jazz bands.
Eastman EAS251 Student Eb Alto Saxophone with a High F# key, upper and lower stack adjusting screws, adjustable right hand thumb rest, clear lacquered body with durable nickel silver keys. Learn More