re: Questions for the band geeks

Trumpet player and former band President here.

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Does learning the alto sax eventually allow you to transition to the larger saxophones easily or are they completely different instruments to learn?

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Yes. It is very possible to transition between saxophones. Many players do it at will.

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She is already playing piano fairly well and her piano teacher says that she is very gifted. Will learning woodwind music theory screw up her piano theory?

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Absolutely not. If anything it will help her as she picks up other instruments. Reading music is a very universal task and she already knows how to read both Treble and Bass clef

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Is the saxaphone a good instrument to start with in school band setting or should she look to the flute or some other instrument?

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Sure. Why not? There are no bad instruments to start with. Music is a wonderful skill that can last a lifetime.

Although, trumpet players generally have the most fun and are at the center of the band. We are the best, after all.