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A Practical Guide to Shires Q-Series Tenor Trombones

A clear guide to Shires Q-Series symphonic tenor trombones, explaining valve types, bell materials, and how each model feels and sounds in real pla...

Student vs Step-Up vs Pro Instruments | Buying Guide

Student vs. Step-Up vs. Professional Instruments: How to Choose the Right Brass or Woodwind

Confused about the difference between student, step-up, and professional band instruments? This guide breaks it down in plain language—helping pare...

The Altus Handmade Flute Series: A Complete Guide to Models, Materials, and Sound

A detailed guide to the Altus handmade flute lineup, comparing models 1207–1807 by tone hole construction, silver alloys, and acoustic character—de...

Here’s What to Look for When Buying a Clarinet Mouthpiece

It’s a major factor when it comes to your instrument’s overall performance. The clarinet is one of the more versatile woodwind instruments. It’s f...

What’s the Difference Between Baritone Horn and Euphonium?

When it comes to these two low-register brass instruments, it’s down to the details. For young people starting out on brass instruments, the bari...

Soprano, Alto, Tenor & Baritone Saxophones: What’s the Difference?

This guide explains the differences between soprano, alto, tenor, and baritone saxophones, including range, tone, and how each is used in music.

How to Care for Your Saxophone: A Simple Guide for Beginners

Proper saxophone care keeps your instrument sounding great and prevents costly repairs. Learn easy daily and long-term sax maintenance tips for beg...

How to Care for Your Clarinet

Before Playing Always wash your hands and brush your teeth before playing your instrument. Dirt and oil from your hands can tarnish and damage th...

How to Care for Your Piston Brass Instrument

Congratulations on the purchase of your new piston valve instrument! To get the most out of your new horn, follow these easy care instructions: ...

How to Care for Your Flute

If you are new to the flute, this article is for you! This guide details how to care for your instrument. Most wind instruments contain numerous n...

Making a New Key Foot/Hinge Tube for the low D Key of a Selmer Alto Sax

I had to make a new key foot/hinge tube for the low D key of a Selmer alto sax. The one that was on the instrument was not original, and was mangl...

What's on Brad's Bench? A 39XXX Selmer Paris Super Balanced Action Tenor Saxophone!

This is perhaps the nicest Selmer Super Balanced Tenor we have ever seen. The Super Balanced is possibly the most sought after of Selmer tenors...