You can then curve the rest of your hand around to the front of the sax and place your three fingers (index, middle and ring) on the three larger key pearls, skipping over the smaller key (see image 1). Look for the black or gold key at the back of the saxophone (closest to your body) - this is where you should rest your thumb. Let’s start with the left hand: this hand is positioned at the top of the instrument. Regardless of which saxophone you play, the fingerings are all the same which means you can use the above interactive fingering chart for any type of sax! How to hold the saxophoneīefore using the above interactive fingering chart and playing your first pieces, you need to know where to position your hands on the saxophone. ![]() ![]() The most common types of saxophone are the alto, tenor, soprano and baritone saxophones. The saxophone is a single-reed woodwind instrument, even though it is made of brass.
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