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Aidan May
เข้าร่วมเมื่อ 21 มิ.ย. 2018
Hello!
I am a young saxophonist with interests ranging from music to lifestyle. Subscribe to step into my world of music and join me on a journey of development as I study a wonderful instrument and share my thoughts and experiences with you.
Cheers,
Aidan
I am a young saxophonist with interests ranging from music to lifestyle. Subscribe to step into my world of music and join me on a journey of development as I study a wonderful instrument and share my thoughts and experiences with you.
Cheers,
Aidan
Childrens Songs No.6 (for two soprano and tenor tenor saxophones) - Chick Corea Arr. Buckland
A short project I worked on over a couple of days to revive my video making and recording chops!
This is Chick Corea's Childrens Song No.6, originally written for piano or Fender Rhodes, arranged by Rob Buckland for sax quartet and here I have transposed the baritone sax part to be played on tenor.
This is not the most polished of recordings, all audio and footage was recorded in a single take so this really is a 'warts and all' video. However, it was nice to sort of speed-run the production process for this one; from hand-writing the parts from the score (my quartet have all the printed parts), to recording, mixing and editing the video all in a day and a half.
If you want to see more saxophony from me, go follow me on instagram:
aidan_may_sax
Gear:
Soprano:
-Selmer MKVI soprano saxophone
-Selmer Concept Mouthpiece
-Gonzalez Classic strength 2.5 reed
Tenor
-Trevor James Signature Custom RAW Tenor Saxophone
-Bari 90 Ebonite Mouthpiece
-Vandoren V12 strength 3 reed
This is Chick Corea's Childrens Song No.6, originally written for piano or Fender Rhodes, arranged by Rob Buckland for sax quartet and here I have transposed the baritone sax part to be played on tenor.
This is not the most polished of recordings, all audio and footage was recorded in a single take so this really is a 'warts and all' video. However, it was nice to sort of speed-run the production process for this one; from hand-writing the parts from the score (my quartet have all the printed parts), to recording, mixing and editing the video all in a day and a half.
If you want to see more saxophony from me, go follow me on instagram:
aidan_may_sax
Gear:
Soprano:
-Selmer MKVI soprano saxophone
-Selmer Concept Mouthpiece
-Gonzalez Classic strength 2.5 reed
Tenor
-Trevor James Signature Custom RAW Tenor Saxophone
-Bari 90 Ebonite Mouthpiece
-Vandoren V12 strength 3 reed
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Soprano Sax Solo Improvisation I
มุมมอง 1.4K3 ปีที่แล้ว
One of my teachers recently asked me to record a free improvisation over a drone or an ambient soundscape. I really enjoyed the freedom it offered me and, surprisingly actually quite like the contrast between the sax and some distant traffic I recorded seperately. I hope you enjoy it! Setup: -Selmer MKVI Soprano sax -Selmer Concept Mouthpiece -Gonzalez Classic 2.5 reed
Octave Leaps - Long Tones Ex.5 | Essential Saxophone Exercises
มุมมอง 4193 ปีที่แล้ว
In the fifth and final video in this series about long-tones, I go into detail about how to avoid squeaking or accidentally playing harmonics when tackling downward octave leaps on the saxophone. Download the worksheet here: drive.google.com/file/d/1i6xQ0Ez3_UI_HHSea3ExYjWCzNNmHrfM/view?usp=sharing This series is all about long tones in the lower register of the saxophone to help consolidate ai...
How to Play Quiet Low Notes on Saxophone - Long Tones Ex.4 | Essential Saxophone Exercises
มุมมอง 2.1K3 ปีที่แล้ว
The fourth video in this series explores how we can develop control over dynamics at the very low reached of the saxophone. Download the worksheet here: drive.google.com/file/d/1i6xQ0Ez3_UI_HHSea3ExYjWCzNNmHrfM/view?usp=sharing This series is all about long tones in the lower register of the saxophone to help consolidate air support, tone quality and tuning throughout the lower register of the ...
Vibrato on the saxophone - Long tones Ex. 3 | Essential Saxophone Exercises
มุมมอง 2833 ปีที่แล้ว
The third exercise in this series of low register long tone exercises focuses on vibrato, so here I give a brief introduction into the technique to do vibrato and demonstrate exercise 3 on the worksheet below. Download the worksheet here: drive.google.com/file/d/1i6xQ0Ez3_UI_HHSea3ExYjWCzNNmHrfM/view?usp=sharing This series is all about long tones in the lower register of the saxophone to help ...
Long Tones Ex.2 | Essential Saxophone Exercises
มุมมอง 2503 ปีที่แล้ว
The second exercise in this series covering long tones in the lower register. This exercise focuses on maintaining control of the note through changes in dynamics. Download the worksheet here: drive.google.com/file/d/1i6xQ0Ez3_UI_HHSea3ExYjWCzNNmHrfM/view?usp=sharing This series is all about long tones in the lower register of the saxophone to help consolidate air support, tone quality and tuni...
Long Tone Ex.1 | Essential Saxophone Exercises
มุมมอง 3713 ปีที่แล้ว
This is the first video in what I hope to develop into a long and all-encompassing series exploring the technicalities of playing the saxophone. Think of it as a hybrid method of sorts. Worksheet: drive.google.com/file/d/1i6xQ0Ez3_UI_HHSea3ExYjWCzNNmHrfM/view?usp=sharing This video is all about long tones in the lower register of the saxophone to help consolidate air support, tone quality and t...
Clarinet with Live Electronics (Solo Jam Session) | Music Vlog
มุมมอง 2623 ปีที่แล้ว
This is my second recorded attempt at a woodwind and live electronics performance. I tried to give the performance a little more structure but, inevitably, I went a bit free with the improv towards the end and did lose a bit of direction. Nevertheless, I hope you all enjoy! If you like this kind of stuff; please like, comment and subscribe!
Saxophone and Electronics: First Attempt | Sax Vlog
มุมมอง 3543 ปีที่แล้ว
I tried playing sax with electronics for the first time today... it is surprisingly tricky! Nonetheless I decided to share my first attempt at it with you all! If you enjoyed the video, please like, comment and subscribe!
Soprano vs Alto saxophone | The difference between them! | Sax Vlog #15
มุมมอง 17K5 ปีที่แล้ว
Today I share the different challenges posed by playing soprano and Alto saxophone. If you enjoyed this video, please like, comment and subscribe!
Excellent!
Its a bit harder to play soprano in short...
I know this is a two year old video, but in case you're still looking for a way to control MIDI with a foot controller: Look into Arduino-type based solutions. I've put together a controller using a Teensy board that sends USB and 5-pin MIDI, has several momentary buttons, and takes two external Expression pedals inputs. The MIDI commands are determined in code and then assigned in the DAW. The enclosure itself is made with plywood and aluminum. If you have even a little bit of soldering and coding experience, this is doable.
A nice wah pedal for the sax
great video and exercises. looking into the saxophone hiss now as well
The background of traffic passing was something I thought was very interesting and I have never heard done before. It really added to the beauty of your playing - excellent job!
POSTURE, GODDAMMIT!!!! Thanks for the post.
informational, good video
Very nice. Thanks
Is possible i begin with soprano sax? Thanks
how do you play vibrato on these low notes on Saxophone?!
Very cool. Innovative.
I want to switch from alto to soprano sax and I don’t know if that is a good switch what do you think? Btw good video👍
I think that's fine, I never "switched" per se as I carried on playing alto alongside soprano, if you can afford to keep playing alto too, that's a really good route to go. Everything I say in the video still stands; expect the soprano to be more sensitive to changes in embouchure and air so it will require more finessed technique. Once you put in a few months of work though, the effort really pays off and it's great fun!
Just eat the damn oranges
I've been an Alto Sax player for a long time and I'm planning to buy a Soprano Sax, that's why I am here watching, just to make sure with my decision...
Great musicianship! very natural of you playing that saxophone! Have you heard of sessions? I just sent you an email regarding the details.
Hello aiden do you have a email?
Hello, yes I do. I've just updated my about section so you should be able to see it there!
DEEPLY FEELING, NICE FOR MEDITATION.
EXCELLENTE I LEARN A LOT WITH YOUR VIDEOS ,YOU ARTE GOOD TEACHER
All good information. Thank you.
I'm not sure if you're aware but the link points to the Tone worksheet and not the vibrato one.
Hey, thanks for the comment. Sorry, I should have been clearer. That's the right worksheet and this vid guides people on how to approach exercise 3. The plan is to create a bunch of worksheets and each worksheet has its own little playlist of 5 or so videos which correspond to each individual exercise on the sheet. So imagine, 5 separate worksheets would mean 5 different YT playlists, each consisting of 5 or so videos. It is pretty convoluted but I think it's the best way to dive deep into the nitty-gritty of technique. Hope that clears it up and thanks again for the support!
Keep em' coming. Saw the second one on reddit so I had to start with the first. Good shit.
Thanks!
Eyes tired from "looking at screens". You're a fellow sax player. We know.
A british saxophone youtuber that isn't sax.co.uk?
Not possible
This vid is really smart. I have been trying to research for video similar to yours that explains everything in this video! The part at 1:05 is my favorite. Your content is similar to the vids from Dr. Ethan. Ethan's videos are knowledgable and he really helped me a lot on midterms. He is an insightful med student on TH-cam and he talks about mental health. Go check out his TH-cam out and give Dr Ethan a like here! 👉 #DoctorEthanMedLife
Thank you alot for the video. It was very helpful. I am a percussionist and I'm really interested in learning how to play Saxophone. Ive never blown into an instrument before....judging I am a percussionist. A lot of people recommend I start off on Alto but I want to start on Soprano. Should I got for Soprano first?
Can u make sub for this video? Pls
pega meu zap
You have such a soothing voice. You should do audio books if you get the chance lol
It's official; this is the best compliment I've ever received!
@@aidanmay2353 happy I could be the one to do so!
Agreed.
Nice video mate!!
I am a long time clarinet player and have been learning alto sax for a few months. (I am hiring the alto). When the time comes to buy my own instrument I was thinking of getting a soprano sax, because I love the sound. As a clarinet player, I am familiar with the issues of intonation and tight embouchure. Given this, I was wondering if learning the soprano would be a bit easier for me?
I want to start Saxophone practice. I like the Soprano Saxophone sounds, should i choose the Soprano Sax or Alto Sax?
This is a really tricky question. I would usually recommend alto. However if you play another woodwind instrument such as Oboe or Clarinet and already have a strong music foundation, a very good sense of tuning and intonation and a developed embouchure; then the leap to soprano can be less of a challenge. If you don't have any prior experience though, you will find alto easier and you'll enjoy it far more than wrestling with the challenges of playing soprano.
@@aidanmay2353thanks for advice, i want to learn saxophone too, i will buy alto saxophone 🎷
That. Was. Helpful. Thank you!
Great video, very in depth. I love how knowledgeable you are
so I've been playing alto for almost 5 years now.I really like the sound of a soprano, but i am not sure if it is too difficult or not.Can i start learning?
Of course you can start learning! Soprano is a great instrument and if you try and be a bit more disciplined with your embouchure/tuning, there's no reason you can't pick it up. You might find, as I did, that as you progress on soprano, there will be parts of your alto playing that also improve massively so it's worth giving it a go.
If you can do basic notes on the clarinet, especially the higher notes, you are fine.
No sorry. ... of course you can.
Hey! I was playing alto and I swapped over to soprano, playing it with vibrato and all notes, I less than 2 hours! I definitely think you can do it! Let me know how you do!