Can't play low C# on my alto saxophone?

Question

IT IS NOT A STICKY KEY, SO IF THAT IS YOUR ANSWER PLEASE DON'T EVEN BOTHER!!!!!!!

Answer 1

The difference between a low C and a low C# is a single key opening for the C#. Can you play low D, C, B, and Bb? If all of those notes are coming out, then it's something with the horn Either the key is not opening (even though you say it is) or another key is opening when you push the C# key. Check the G# key. You should be able to play a G# using the C# key. When you push down the right hand, the F key closes the G# key so that you can play the lower notes. If this adjustment is out of whack, your G# key will be opening just enough to keep you from playing the lower notes. You can check this by playing a low D and wiggling the low C# key. If the sound changes at all, you have an adjustment problem. (This may be your problem).



If you can't play those other notes, there are two options: something is wrong with the horn or something is wrong with the player. The easiest way to determine which is to have someone else try the horn. Is the same thing happening with them? If so, it's the horn and needs to be looked at. If they can play it just fine, then it's something you're doing. Take yourself to a private teacher and have them see what's happening.

Answer 2

this happened to me, and i freaked out! But it was just sticky keys. If you look at the bell of the alto, you can see 3 big pads. The C sharp pad is the third from the top. I was pressing it down and the key was just stuck but i got it free by just lifting the pad up itself. Its is important to know the mechanics of the instrument. I could be wrong but i think the keys stick because of different temperatures when traveling a lot. I play live in hot places since i live in the Caribbean and as a result we have a lot of air conditioning so i play in some realy cold rooms as well. This heat and cold causes the pads to expand an contract. hope this helps, god bless u guys

Answer 3

Learn Playing The Saxophone Now!

Answer 4

Low C# Alto Sax

Answer 5

You just need more practice. When I was a beginner I couldn't hit the low notes at all and now that I've played for a couple years, I'm a pro at them. You said you never played it before, so you just need some practice.

Answer 6

It might be a broken pad or the pad is simply not covering up the hole completely. That happened to me. If this is the case, the C should bend slightly up, but it will pretty much sound like a somewhat airy C.

Answer 7

no talent?