We’ve all heard of vocal technique, which is all the do’s and don’ts of making your singing voice its best. But did you know there is also microphone technique? You need to make sure that what you do on mic enhances, not detracts, from everything you’ve done to improve your singing! While you may not be able […]
What is ‘mic technique,’ and why does it matter? As a concept, mic technique describes your relationship to your microphone when recording. It comprises a handful of factors including mic level, proximity, voice level, and mic angle. While these elements apply broadly to microphone recording, your management of them will vary depending on your specific […]
Contents Microphone Tips for Presenters and Speakers 1. Don’t Hide Your Face with the Microphone 2. Hold it Very Close to Your Mouth – Closer than You Think 3. Keep Your Microphone Arm Completely Stationary 4. Test the Mic Before Your Speech Begins 5. Podium Microphones: Position the Mic So You Don’t Have to Slouch […]
Why good mic technique makes a difference The purpose of a vocal microphone is to faithfully reproduce the sound of a voice so it can be amplified and projected at levels that complement the rest of the instruments. There are singers with naturally big enough voices such as Lady Gaga, Beyonce, Ariana Grande, and Justin […]
t’s so important to keep your saxophone clean and hygienic – now more than ever! Here’s a step-by-step on how to clean a saxophone after each practice session. Keep Your Saxophone Clean and Playing its Best We’ve all heard stories of sax players becoming ill because they never clean their saxophones. So it’s important to do some basic […]
A saxophone is a hardy instrument and generally requires fairly low maintenance. However, by ensuring you follow a few easy guidelines, it will undoubtably give you extra years of good service. Saxophone Maintenance Tips Once purchased, the costliest item on your saxophone is without doubt the reeds. These should each last several weeks under regular […]
Good care and maintenance of your sax can ensure a lifetime of playing enjoyment.Assembling your saxophone
This is general information; please see the user guide for your specific instrument.
AFTER PLAYING
Needed itemsHandkerchief or silk swab, cleaning cloth, cork grease, mouthpiece brush, reed guardStoring your instrumentWhen not using your instrument, keep it closed in its case to help protect it and to preventthe possibility of damage. Keep reeds stored in a reed guard to allow them to properly dryout and to avoid any chipping or cracking.Do […]
