If you're reading this, you've probably been exposed to jazz music in varying degrees. While it doesn't matter how you were exposed to this versatile instrument, you've decided you want to learn how to play the saxophone beautifully.

Just one problem.

Learning the saxophone can be a royal pain in the neck. The Internet is filled with a plethora of information and tutorials on playing the saxophone, often leaving the beginner overwhelmed by the sheer amount of things he has to learn. Your patience and mettle will be tested in the coming days, but don't fear, Cynthia Riess and Jason Randall are here to help you and guide you through the process.

In How To Play The Saxophone, you're going to learn:

• The anatomy of the saxophone and basic care routines for your instrument
• How to select a saxophone that's perfect for you: 5 questions you must ask yourself before you buy a saxophone
• Proper posture and breathing
• How to play your very first note on the saxophone and quickly build up your skill
• ...and much more

Comprehensive and concise without diluting the essence of this beautiful musical instrument, How To Play The Saxophone is chock-full of practical advice and is suitable for complete beginners and intermediates. Complete with audio samples and lucid illustrations for you to follow and learn, this book will help you produce your best sounds yet.