- Using the alternate fingerings. Each note on the saxophone can be played with multiple fingerings, which produce slightly different pitches. By using the alternate fingerings, you can raise or lower the pitch of a note by a small amount.
- Adjusting the embouchure. The embouchure is the way you shape your mouth and lips when you play the saxophone. By changing the embouchure, you can affect the pitch of the notes you play. For example, a tighter embouchure will produce a higher pitch, while a looser embouchure will produce a lower pitch.
- Using the octave key. The octave key is a key on the saxophone that, when pressed, raises the pitch of the notes you play by an octave.
- Using the register key. The register key is a key on the saxophone that, when pressed, changes the fingering system for the upper register notes. This allows you to play notes in the upper register that would not be possible with the standard fingerings.
By experimenting with these different techniques, you can learn to control the pitch of your alto saxophone and play any note you want.