How To Make All State (Saxophone) - Part 2: Scales and Etudes

[@Boodabam]

5:32 the flawless tone that we have all been dreaming to obtain... absolute perfection

[@Saxologic]

Truly. First chair all-universe

[@nathan9392]

The more I watch saxologic, the more I like classical alto.

[@Saxologic]

N8tn the more you comment, the more I love life.

[@Naomi-rf1bl]

Tenor is better don't at me

[@thiesvb3971]

@@Naomi-rf1bl bari is better you donut!

[@WitchKing-Of-Angmar]

@@thiesvb3971 Bass is far superior, I also quite like Sopranino.

[@MrChad-or9qm]

@@WitchKing-Of-Angmar nah we all know contrabass is a better classical instrument

[@neillmoscoso6698]

Ahhh I wish this came out a few days ago my audition was yesterday. I didn’t make it and I’m a senior. But I know getting in isn’t a measure of capabilities and musicianship. I thank you for anything I’ve learned from you nonetheless. I could’ve caught judges on a bad mood or a streak of bad playing people and I didn’t sounds as good a constant sound of good playing people, but hopefully I can get this thought of maybe being not worth county auditions in college auditions. :)

[@Saxologic]

Neill Moscoso Ah man :/ I’m sorry about that. I really wanted to post sooner but the semester destroyed me. I think these tips are still very useful for college auditions if you plan on it! Nevertheless, thanks for being a great long-time viewer!

[@philbalint2410]

Are you from nj region 3? We just had our auditions yesterday as well.

[@neillmoscoso6698]

Phil Balint yup I’m from eht congrats on first chair my dude I really wanna see my score sheets because my teacher said I was like a few points away from last chair symphonic but after listening to this video I never realized speed is preferred over dynamics on scales because I love playing with dynamics and swells 😂

[@neillmoscoso6698]

Saxologic np man I’m doing the creston sonata for college

[@DawsonColemanSax]

Definitely don't let those audition results get you down! I didn't make it into all-state bands at ALL during middle/high school and got really depressed about audition results every year but once you get to college you'll realize that none of that stuff really matters anymore :) just keep your head up and good luck on auditions next year!

[@sel_gaming8916]

How to make all-state: 1. Just be a singer That’s how I did a 4 year all-state haha

[@justapurplefedora2455]

Big scary saxophone meme man yells at me to stop biting ;-;

[@Saxologic]

Just A Purple Fedora LOL

[@juliancerda-venegas9888]

2:05 I love the random autism burst

[@ronnyastudillo4203]

My audition was two days. Sadly I’m in 8th grade so I’m not able to go to all state. But for bari sax by taking your advice. Im now doing Northern VA’s district band! 😁

[@mccplayzmc7113]

bari is so much fun in regions because of that rare chance you get a solo. i made 1st last year as an 8th grader and the saxophones (4 of us total, because it was the higher band) had a solo. but i was the only one who could be heard and the conductor loved it. i didn't audition this year because i hate my highschool's band teacher so much that i refuse to do concert band, so... anyways have fun

[@ronnyastudillo4203]

MccPlayzMC thanks man I really appreciate it

[@dmngaming9005]

You in district IX?

[@ronnyastudillo4203]

Danny MN XIV

[@josephweinandy1601]

how’d you do bro? i’m a sophomore this year gonna do bari sax

[@antinerfer11roblox31]

THANKS FOR THE VIDEOS!! My THIRD all state auditon and i finally made the all state honors. Third highschool classical tenor in my state, 1st alternate. Thank you!!

[@yadhiramadrid2359]

Auditions were yesterday and I watched part 1 which helped tremendously and I got 1st chair Bari Sax 🎷 thank you 🖤

[@andrewanderson7137]

Same. What state?

[@narenmandali]

Thanks for making these tutorials! I got 3rd alternate on my district audition for my 1st year. And now I made first chair Allstate in the top band! Thanks so much!

[@Saxologic]

Congrats Dolphin master!!!

[@bustiin]

and 6 months after this video is out, the etude in this video is one of the region etudes for texas

[@jkoperski9925]

Your humor 👌👌👌 And thanks for your lovely comment and the table of contents. Keep it up. Or down. As you need it 👌

[@infinitysynth6306]

Thank you so much brother, my auditions are January 11 so I'm hoping the third ep comes out by then! Especially, the part about using vibrato strategically that really stuck out to me. Thanks for all the help!

[@Manstrual]

I made 1st chair district of a fairly laid-back audition. Only had to do 2 etudes, chromatic full range scale, and a 1 octave E major scale. This is kansas. I'll for sure implement your tips that I am not using, or rather just emphasize them more to make for an appealing all-state audition. Also, I'm ready for that D. Pollack vid!

[@lingayukcy0021]

You’re teachings are amazing i love it!😍

[@rilke1791]

This is really helpful for any musician, some of the embouchure stuff doesn’t really apply to percussion, but really helpful even for brass and double reeds. Although it’s impossible to keep consistent tone with pedal tones on brass, because it the sound is produced in a different way.

[@Saxologic]

Evan Romito It’s always a pleasure to know even non-saxophonists watch my content. Thanks man :)

[@rilke1791]

Saxologic I never said I didn’t play sax ;)

[@yazzer4963]

agreed, i’m a guitarist & percussionist and i took away a few things from this video that i think will be very helpful for future auditions

[@cristiancaballero2025]

Thank you so much! I love watching your videos, they’re not only funny but educational. Thank you!

[@Logan-th9is]

Plz keep making these, the last video helped me improve a LOT.

[@Saxologic]

Hacker Man you got it hacker man. Lol

[@WillHsuMusic]

Great video with great advice! I love how you mentioned that a lot of the expression is implied or basically that a musician needs to interpret that. That really is what makes music an art - being able to create what you see as appropriate to express a message using sound 🙂

[@mitchellstewart3842]

This series is pretty dope. I made Districts last week, and I think your tips on improving my sound and tonguing really helped.

[@yato6772]

I really just want to say thank you alot for putting out these videos I had problems I needed to fix and they were all fixed by you and helped me improve on my playing thank you

[@DressMy_Salad]

Can you make a video that is in depth about embouchure tips and techniques and how to solve common bad habits?

[@brandonpittman7422]

Thank you so much this really helped me with my audition for stilwell!

[@user-br4xw]

I made all state for the first time earlier this month. These videos definitely helped a bit, thanks man👍

[@seankeenan6957]

IVE BEEN WAITING FOR SO LONG

[@jamesgutierrez5587]

When you realize the Etude he's show casing is your Etude for your audition.

[@cunurelive]

This video helps alot even though I play bass trombone. The general technique lessons help for everyone! I made All State Band for ILMEA and need to reaudition to see if I make it to honors this January.

[@onimaru1894]

You're offering high quality advice along with demonstrations on how to locate and fix bad habits, efficient way to work on scales, what they are and all... More so than a high percentage of sax players on YT with funny accents that bore you out your mind. Now I can work on scales better focused so thanks for the video..Just wish you'd balance out all the playfulness a bit. Gets distracting.

[@javindoland2001]

This guy deserves way more subscribers keep up the good work man

[@Saxologic]

Javin Doland I am pretty grateful for what I have though :D thanks!

[@joshhuffman4286]

Thanks for these tips I really appreciate it and they helped a lot. I had all region tryouts the other day and made 1st band 4th chair thanks to your tips

[@Saxologic]

Josh Williams Congratulations!!

[@DavePollack]

I'm shooting for soprano 1 in my zip code's honor band thanks for the help!

[@bluessax5089]

totally dig you're videos!! you have a very unique take on things. please make more!!

[@quinnrehkemper1213]

I'm positive i didn't make all state because I screwed up a lot everywhere but I did the exact opposite at all county, and I GOT FIRST CHAIR! This is the first time i've ever gotten first chair! I'm second chair in band at my school, but first chair in the county! I find that hil-air-e-ous! 'sarcasm'

[@Saxologic]

Masterful!!!!!

[@thenotoriusbp]

how

[@sammyk6611]

The famous "WoAh WoAh WoAh" I love it! Also, I love you demonstrating the inconsistent scales. 😂

[@Saxologic]

Samantha King thank you! Tell Michael I said hey lol

[@mcdcurtis]

Really appreciate your work on the side of "classical KZbin saxophone". Keep up the good work! :)

[@grandmantis]

Would be interested in seeing that video you mentioned of using a drone to help with intonation .

[@ethancampbell9096]

I just made 2nd chair bass clarinet in my district out of 4! I'm going to keep these things in mind for my next audition, which is state!

[@benjitrombone4701]

This came out too late... mine was 2 weeks ago. But I did make it

[@Saxologic]

trombone licks master!!!!

[@jamong3131]

I had my first ever audition yesterday I don’t even remember wth i was doing and most definitely rushed through the whole thing 😂😂 thank you so much for your videos! I am so fortunate to have known your channel and u’re a big inspiration to me. And OMG that piece in the beginning is ethereal!! Good luck to everyone with their auditions!

[@markopolo2224]

ya need to upload more i haven't watched the video I'll comment later

[@Saxologic]

marko polo 2 I am sorry!! I explain myself at 15:33.

[@michaelmancini5204]

Yes!!! I knew you'd be featured in one of Dave Pollock's Christmas videos!

[@mrwolf3460]

Please, video about drones

[@jasonward3892]

Tomorrow I audition for bass clarinet, and this will definitely help. Thank you!

[@navyaisukapalli2942]

My audition is this weekend thanks for this!

[@dwightkschrute80]

Obviously, you are proficient on saxophone. You sound great. I am just accustomed to hearing a jazz standard rather than a classical saxophone tune. Good job, man.

[@michaelperkins1515]

I might be your number one fan

[@trench_g1411]

What is the name of the piece that was playing at the beginning of the video? Its so beautiful

[@uhoh1523]

I came for the Mario kart, left knowing how to make Allstate on an instrument and watched someone grow up starting 12 years ago

[@woomy8971]

still not a sax player but i really enjoy your content. also i like your little intro animation in the bottom right!

[@Saxologic]

WOOMY glad you noticed! I appreciate it :D

[@danielkang4189]

I have an audition tmmr and I haven't got through half of the audition piece and didn't even think of the scales any advice on what to say for an excuse😭

[@Noneofyourbyisness]

Just own up to it. There's no quick fix. And I dont suggest cramming. It wont be natural. Do your best! And try harder next year if your hearts In it.

[@Angel-vi4ry]

Daniel Kang lol mine is tomorrow and I’m in the same situation

[@vt6spd]

Excellent tutorial for preparation. We are here to make music! Make it awesome, with preparation and repetition!

[@peterpham6288]

1:00 All of my (Texas) band directors have said otherwise. If you have a weakness in a scale, they will actually respect you if you know your limits, and play within your skills.

[@itslucasrug]

I want the sheet music for the music tyler holt wrote it sounds amazing

[@solomonheinkel3305]

Yes, teach me your ways

[@Ibanezlover1221]

yo hollup where can we hear your friend's piece?? that shit is dank. also if there's any sheet music pls and thank you

[@hakinobacino7009]

Could you make a video for studying for finals?

[@Saxologic]

I’m not sure if I’m the best guy for that honestly LOL

[@joshuathompson2093]

Mad respect for adding in They/Them 8:54

[@Saxologic]

Joshua Thompson ah glad someone caught that lol. All inclusive over here!!!!

[@joshuathompson2093]

Saxologic Got a non-binary sibling. Glad to see that. That aside the video was very helpful, thank you!

[@Saxologic]

Joshua Thompson awesome, I’m glad :D

[@alehut]

Tuning drone video when? Your content is great!

[@robrechtmathues]

Where can we listen tot the ending piece? The sax alone at the start is wonderfull! Awesome channel BTW!

[@matthewseebran3030]

I'm sorry this is really early but could you try to do the GMEA concert band bari sax(if you can) and alto sax etudes next year?

[@Saxologic]

Sure, what are they though?

[@matthewseebran3030]

@@Saxologic well it'll come up around August so if you could, maybe, then that'd be great!

[@l.j.2917]

😮 You have a feature on Dave Pollacks channell!?!? Holly macros batman!!

[@majorcoolness]

Love your vids, man.

[@dahairstylist]

omg i play flute and thanks so much i was (am) doing everything wrong ! thanks so muchhhh

[@varsentz7476]

Can u make a video on how to make all state jazz? I auditioned this year in NC and got destroyed

[@johnbililake9725]

Yessss. Plz post more if you can

[@Saxologic]

John Bililake trying my best!!

[@johnbililake9725]

It’s okay, just don’t push yourself to hard

[@trumpetplayerdude9838]

This may be an absolutely stupid question, but are the etudes for all state auditions the same as the ones for all district??

[@Saxologic]

For some districts they are different, and usually the cut changes at the all state level

[@swayden8362]

Hey, Nate. You're a good man.

[@Saxologic]

Swayden Thank you Swagden Brown man.

[@alexanderband9890]

Sorry , but what mouthpiece were you using, when you were playing this etudes.

[@gettindizzy8836]

Yooo new vid lets go

[@bruhmoment3507]

any advice on how to make your b flat sound better on the chromatic?

[@augustosantos708]

amazing video! thank you!!!

[@knowledgeofthepast7650]

VERY late to that party but how many octaves should we do? Range is equal to yes

[@Calypso3]

As a complete rookie I can honestly say that pencil is flatter than my G major scale 🤣🙌🏽 (awesome tips, thanks!)

[@prixrities]

Great video brother. Sounds good and looks even better. ;)

[@Saxologic]

Precedence thank you tell Sam i said hey lmaoo

[@2337mendoza]

I played the beginning part of the music for middle school all

[@Timelesshero1711]

Where can I get the A Major Ferling Sheet?

[@Saxologic]

Voxman book!

[@henburger9028]

Do you have a technique for nerves? I feel like they’re a big part of preforming in any competition regarding live judges

[@Saxologic]

Henburger Nerves never really go away. But, the best way to suppress nerves is to be as prepared as you can. The more prepared you feel, the more you feel a confidence, rather than nervousness. Also, eat a few bananas the morning of your audition. Something about the potassium supposedly helps your brain keep focus when you’re nervous. And last but not least, do a practice audition for your friends or family multiple times before the real audition. To me, auditioning for my brother or mom is far more nerve-wracking than auditioning for some stranger judge I’ll probably never see again.

[@mccplayzmc7113]

i got into regions on tenor using a metal mouthpiece lol. super bright sound. i got 3rd overall on that but i got 1st overall bari so... but even then it was kind of weird in my opinion.

[@Saxologic]

MccPlayzMC oh whoa LOL not a metal mouthpiece please :’(( nice though!

[@mccplayzmc7113]

Saxologic I had a solid audition, so maybe they would have asked me to use a different mouthpiece. Who knows

[@xrainbowhacksx1615]

Sir you’re late my audition was in September 21 🤣 but atleast I made it to all county 😉

[@Coderedpirate]

can you give me a small description of how to use a tuning drone & tuning drone exercises? I would wait for the upcoming video, but we both know that might take a bit

[@Saxologic]

Coderedpirate yeah we both know LOL. If you use the tuning drone by Richard Schwartz, practice all of your scales slowly, getting rid of waves in each scale degree. You can tune every tone, even minor seconds and major sevenths and tritones. It’s a hell of a listening exercise, but man it really strengthens your ear to play in tune with anyone and anything.

[@polybotes927]

I just auditioned a few days ago and made 2nd alternate my sr year so :( i got really nervous and messed up one of my etudes

[@Saxologic]

Polybotes that’s ok! College auditions!

[@Boodabam]

You should come to just roll with it 12 this weekend for smash its boutta hit 300 entrants and itd be cool to play you agaib

[@micahmazzella]

I wish I can have your amazing sound

[@Saxologic]

Micah Mazzella you can!!! I wish I could have Tim McAllister’s amazing sound :O

[@MariMari-to3pm]

Thank you for the tips. I will have a pen beside my music stand.

[@MariMari-to3pm]

And Metronom!

[@mccplayzmc7113]

oh bro this was posted on my birthday... nice

[@Saxologic]

Nice! Happy birthday. Mine is Dec. 20th!

[@mccplayzmc7113]

Saxologic happy early birthday 😎

[@jaxophone7219]

The funny part is that the way he mentioned the scales that he heard sound like the scales I sent 😳 oops

[@epicdragonfires7955]

Which book did you use for the etude?

[@ameezyally4405]

another great vid

[@nickykeefover6659]

Interesting to play the scales with vibrato. Not a bad thing, but interesting. I've always had my teachers refuse to allow vibrato on scales.

[@maxwellsong3768]

As an australian I have no idea what all state is but I don't care this video is so good

[@Saxologic]

Maxwell Song hahaha thanks man!

[@bobanderson3756]

5:16. You've got me pissing my pants, bro!

[@benperschall6648]

Cool video

[@john_rosenkaimer]

I am a sophomore and have tried out twice but have not made it yet because of a junior the last couple years, he plays extremely fast and hardly ever messes up. Do you have any tips on how to beat him next year?

[@Saxologic]

John R Rather than thinking of how to take someone down, think of how to bring yourself up. If he is really good, it is something that is respectable and worth admiring! Your best bet is to start preparing as early as possible, and be very consistent. Sightread everyday! Learn every practice session, too. Always have a productive time!!

[@happyraerae]

Wow. I think i can make all state now. All thanks to THE saxologic

[@Saxologic]

terrae belin it’s the tuning master!!!

[@happyraerae]

@@Saxologic pssshhhhh im only tryna get like you mr saxologic

[@Saxologic]

terrae belin just don’t play the major 7 on the last note of the Jean jean :’(

[@happyraerae]

@@Saxologic lol im done with jeanjean hopefully forever

[@Thomascito2]

Yooo I see you have the 2016 NC all state shirt, how many did you make?

[@Saxologic]

Thomas Holladay all years!

[@charlie3288]

Do you recommend ezo cushions?

[@holazzz6320]

Great video!!! Are you a graduate student now (MM or DMA)?

[@Saxologic]

Ziaco Zzkico still undergraduate!

[@chopincj7530]

What’s your opinion on playing extended range scales for auditions?

[@Saxologic]

Chris Fonseca If they ask for it, yes. If they don’t, absolutely not lol. High F# at max.

[@hdubonortega123]

You played the etude i had to play for my all district bro

[@quisick8600]

This question ain't about this video but when you transcribe licks how do you know what chords you can play it over if you don't know the chord progression

[@Saxologic]

Quisick there are a lot of clues the line gives! does it outline a chord? What are the down beats? What notes do the non-diatonic notes lead into? Etc. I can make a video more in depth about this!