Fundamentals of Jazz Saxophone

Don’t let gaps in your playing: sound, technique, language, and practice routines, slow you down.

Make real improvements right now by learning from one of the most in-demand saxophonists in jazz.

Starting now, you’re a better player.

Don’t let gaps in your playing: sound, technique, language, and practice routines, slow you down. 

Make real improvements right now by learning from one of the most in-demand saxophonists in jazz.

  • All LEVELs
  • 24 Lessons
  • 4.5 hourS
  • Living notation
  • Workbook
  • Subtitles: English

Meet Your Instructor

Steve Wilson has attained ubiquitous status in the studio and on the stage with the greatest names in jazz, as well as critical acclaim as a band leader in his own right. He has recorded with Chick Corea, Dianne Reeves, Bill Bruford, Maria Schneider, among many others. 

Course Contents

Start Here

  • Introduction from Steve

Lessons

  • "Now's The Time" Performance
  • Taking a Rhythmic Approach to Improvisation
  • "Con Alma" Performance
  • Playing Your Solo in Different Styles
  • "Miss Angelou" Performance
  • Non-Functional Harmonies
  • "On Green Dolphin Street" Performance
  • Playing in Odd Meters
  • "What Is This Thing Called Love" Performance
  • Tips for Playing Fast
  • "Chelsea Bridge" Performance
  • Playing Ballads Lyrically
  • "Stuffy Turkey" Performance
  • Getting Inside the Monk Sound
  • Geek Talk: Saxophone Equipment
  • Horn Maintenance and Cleaning
  • Saxophone Basics and Exercises
  • Practice, Practice, Practice!
  • Practicing with Con Alma
  • How to Construct a Solo
  • Altissimo Extended Techniques and Exercises
  • Cadenzas and Endings
  • Ending/Finale