What is an e flat saxophone?

An E-flat saxophone is a woodwind instrument in the saxophone family. It is pitched in the key of E-flat, one whole tone below the B-flat saxophone, which is the most common type of saxophone. The E-flat saxophone is a transposing instrument, which means that its written pitch is different from its actual sounding pitch. For example, when an E-flat saxophone plays a middle C on its fingerboard, the sound that comes out is actually B-flat.

The E-flat saxophone is used in a variety of musical genres, including jazz, big band, and classical music. It is also sometimes used in rock and pop music. The E-flat saxophone has a rich, mellow sound that is often described as being "dark" or "smoky."

Some of the most famous E-flat saxophonists include Coleman Hawkins, Lester Young, Ben Webster, and Stan Getz.