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Saxaphone vs. Trumpet...Which do you prefer?

It’s not the first time I’ve thought about it, but it came up again last night as I was listening to Quintessence volume 2, Stan Getz and Chet Baker recorded live. (an amazing disc) I have to say that for myself, I prefer the saxophone because it seems capable of infinite textures and subtle shadings as well as eye opening dynamic shifts. Of course I love the trumpet too; especially in the hands of a player like Chet Baker.


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frogman
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+1 Chazro....and I’m a saxophone player.  +1 Charles...all in fun.

https://www.pinterest.com/pin/385339311863595349/

https://youtu.be/2Ykbtg9pGLc

Btw, spelled saxOphone.  Freudian slip? 😉
hickory_r
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Alto Sax
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charles1dad
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Hi Frogman,

 If anyone  could answer this question it would be you. Is the baritone saxophone more difficult to play/master due to its size and bulk compared to the smaller saxophones or is this just urban lore?

Charles

trainsam
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Trumpet all day long. Disclaimer: I am a trumpet player, of 41 years. Classical, jazz, dixie land, pop, liturgical, you name it. Trumpets can sound bright, dark, soft, powerful, airy, full...it all depends upon the quality of the player and his or her ability to be truly musical. 
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charles1dad
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Trainsam,

Do you also play the cornet or fugelhorn as well? I am enjoying this thread.

Charles

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