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Author: bjch512
Date: 2022-05-22 00:32
Hi,
At 4'02" of the following video, she used D6, C6, C6, A#6. I can paly altissimo D6 and C6 without problems.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vH1Kd1_5_K4&list=RDvH1Kd1_5_K4&start_radio=1
However, I just cannot play A#6 with any fingerings in the following chart:
https://www.wfg.woodwind.org/sax/sax_alt_5.html
Can someone please give it a try and let me know the working fingering for A#6?
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Author: lydian
Date: 2022-07-29 00:09
I hear concert A# (Bb) in that clip, which is G on alto (the Eb alto sax is a transposing instrument) and not on the page you posted. Like all fingering charts, the fingerings are in sax key, not concert key. So that G is on the lower altissimo page. My go to G fingering on alto is the first one, T 1-3|--3
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Author: nima30frenkline
Date: 2025-03-11 08:15
Altissimo notes like A#6 can be tricky, as they often require precise embouchure control and alternate fingerings. While I can't physically test the fingerings, I can suggest a few tips and resources:
Experiment with Alternate Fingerings: Sometimes, the standard charts might not work for every player or instrument. Try slight variations in the fingerings listed on the chart you provided.
Adjust Your Embouchure: Altissimo notes often require a firmer embouchure and precise air support. Experiment with your embouchure and HMFusaFinance com tongue position to find the sweet spot.
Check Additional Resources: Websites like How to Play Saxophone and Taming the Saxophone offer comprehensive fingering charts and tips for altissimo notes. They might have alternative suggestions for A#6.
Post Edited (2025-03-12 07:45)
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