Type of saxophone: Saxes come in five basic varieties: Alto, tenor, soprano ... It is also exceptionally easy to use, in large part because of the precise key configuration.

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Gillam divided the concert into two parts, focusing on classical repertoire for the first half, and playing her soprano saxophone. After intermission, she alternated soprano and alto sax ...