Some necks for baritone saxophone (Photo: Joan MF) Usually, when we talk about the technical and mechanical matters, we refer to the tube of the instrument or, on the other hand, to the mouthpieces, reeds and ligatures. More and more often, we become aware of how important are the necks. Here I tell my experience … Leer más
picture: Daniel Miguel In this post, I will tell you what I pursuing when trying a baritone. Of course, each one has his own experience and objectives. I will be happy to hear if you find mine useful. In November 2023, I wrote a post to remark a few points we don’t usually take notice … Leer más
Some years ago, I told you in this post from my blog an experience with an engineer from which I learnt a lot about music accessories. During this time, Jorge (Jordi, to his friends) Marqués has driven forward an ambitious and innovative business project related to carbon fiber (hence the name), clarinet and saxophone that … Leer más
The subject of reeds is very common among saxophonists. As many baritonists asked me about it in different situations (talks, messages, emails, etc.), and I also had many doubts, I decided to write this post. I hope my thoughts will be helpful to you. What do we like best of natural reeds? The single … Leer más
photo: Daniel Miguel In recent years, many people have asked me for some advices before buying a baritone saxophone. Usually, the price influences on this decision but there also are other important elements we don’t bear in mind. In this post, I felt it more appropriate to remark a few points we don’t take notice … Leer más
In this post, I will talk you about the importance for me to play with a customized set-up and to have participated in the building and improving process. Thank you so much, Jorge Marqués, from Saxo Boquillas, for making it possible! I met Jordi (Jorge Marqués) by chance. At the beginning of 2016, I read … Leer más