- A saxophone
- A saxophone reed
- A neck strap
- A music stand
- Valerie sheet music
Step 1: Set Up Your Saxophone.
- Attach the neck strap to your saxophone.
- Insert the reed into the mouthpiece.
- Attach the mouthpiece to the saxophone.
Step 2: Hold the Saxophone
- Grip the saxophone with your right hand, placing your thumb on the thumb rest and your fingers on the keys.
- Rest the saxophone on your left shoulder, supporting it with your left hand.
Step 3: Play the Saxophone
- Blow into the mouthpiece, using your diaphragm to create a steady stream of air.
- Use your fingers to press down the keys on the saxophone to play notes.
Step 4: Learn to Play Valerie
- Valerie is written for a C-melody saxophone, use a transposition chart to play it in the key of B flat.
-Valerie contains a bridge with some chromatic notes, be sure to practice these so they are in tune.
-Play along with a backing track or recording of Valerie to help you learn the song.
Here are some tips for playing Valerie on the saxophone:
- To create a smooth, vibrato sound, use your diaphragm to control your air flow and use your fingers to control the pitch of your notes.
- To play the high notes on the saxophone, use more air pressure and lift your fingers higher off the keys.
- To play the low notes on the saxophone, use less air pressure and press your fingers down firmly on the keys.
With practice, you will be able to play Valerie on the saxophone beautifully.