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The alto saxophone is a member of the family of woodwind instruments. It is the most common type of saxophone. It is smaller than the tenor but larger than the soprano. The alto and tenor are the most common types of saxophones. The alto saxophone was quite controversial among classical musicians when it first emerged in the 20th century, but after becoming recognized as an essential part of wind band literature, it is gaining popularity as an orchestral instrument as well.

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  • Alto Saxophone
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  • The alto saxophone is a member of the family of woodwind instruments. It is the most common type of saxophone. It is smaller than the tenor but larger than the soprano. The alto and tenor are the most common types of saxophones. The alto saxophone was quite controversial among classical musicians when it first emerged in the 20th century, but after becoming recognized as an essential part of wind band literature, it is gaining popularity as an orchestral instrument as well.
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  • The alto saxophone is a member of the family of woodwind instruments. It is the most common type of saxophone. It is smaller than the tenor but larger than the soprano. The alto and tenor are the most common types of saxophones. The alto saxophone was quite controversial among classical musicians when it first emerged in the 20th century, but after becoming recognized as an essential part of wind band literature, it is gaining popularity as an orchestral instrument as well. The alto saxophone is an E♭ transposing instrument and reads the treble clef. A written C♮ (C natural) sounds a major sixth lower (concert E♭) when played. Because the alto saxophone is a reed instrument, it is classified as a
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