Alto Sax #8 - Tonguing

Why is it important to start a note with your tongue when playing the saxophone?

• It makes the saxophone lighter.

• It makes the note louder.

• It helps with proper articulation (the start of the note).

• It changes the pitch of the note.

What is the difference between a "huh" attack and a "too" attack?

• A "huh attack" uses your tongue, a "too attack" does not.

• A "huh" attack is faster than a "too" attack.

• A "huh" attack is louder than a "too attack".

• A "huh" attack'uses only air, while a "too" attack uses air and tongue.

In the water analogy, what does the water represent?

• The music notes

• The airstream

• The saxophone keys

• The saxophone reed

What should you do if tonguing seems difficult?

• Stop practicing altogether.

• Only practice on the saxophone.

• Go back to practicing on your hand with air.

• Skip tonguing and play without it.

How can you remind yourself to tongue a note during practice?

• Write a 'too' above the note.

• Play the note twice.

• Skip the note.

• Play the note louder.