What is a Tenor Saxophone?
The tenor saxophone is a medium-sized member of the saxophone family, a group of instruments invented by Adolphe Sax in the 1840s.
The tenor and the alto are the two most commonly used saxophones.
Tenor Saxophone Prices In South Africa
Tenor Saxophone
R7,500
Yamaha Alto Saxophone
R12,000
Is the tenor saxophone good for beginners?
The tenor sax is bigger than the alto but is another really popular choice for a beginner sax player. The Tenor saxophone has larger reeds compared to the alto saxophone.
The tenor sax has a full, deep, and rich sound, while the alto sax has a higher-pitched sound.
How long does it take to learn tenor saxophone?
Realistically, playing the sax should take between six months to a year to really learn. That means maintaining the skill long after you have stopped playing regularly.
However, once you start, you won’t want to stop.