This looks coool!!! The Circuit Sax (v2) by Nigel is a mini electronic saxophone. It’s made with mechanical switches, custom 3D printed keycaps, and breath input. It’s designed to feel as close to a regular saxophone as possible. https://blog.adafruit.com/2026/05/06/a-mini-electronic-saxophone
The Insanely Badass Life of the Inventor of the Saxophone
Do You AirTag Your Gear? If so, check this out….
I’m a HUGE fan of AirTags or a similar tag that works on the AirTag network. I put them on all kinds of things. Except that I frequently don’t monitor the battery status. So say that microphone box, that I want to keep track of, but don’t keep near me a lot of the time……all... Read More “Do You AirTag Your Gear? If so, check this out….” »
I’m a HUGE fan of AirTags or a similar tag that works on the AirTag network. I put them on all kinds of things. Except that I frequently don’t monitor the battery status. So say that microphone box, that I want to keep track of, but don’t keep near me a lot of the time……all of a sudden, I can’t get the AirTag status cause the battery is dead. CR2032 batteries last about a year. About…Anyhow. So, what is the solution. Elevation Labs Airtag Extended case is the answer. This takes your Apple AirTag, and then lets you use long lived lithium batteries (10 year ones!) to power it. So basically…..you aren’t going to have to worry about it for…..about 10 years. I bought 4 of these, 2 for my cars, and 2 for microphone boxes. I might maybe get more, except they do not work with non-Apple Airtags out of the box. I suppose I could get creative and come up with a 3D print of a case to make them work with say my favorite tag, the eufy SmartTracker ones. Highly recommended.
Sheet Of The Week – Opalite (Taylor Swift)
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Good video explaining the differences.
We are in an age of all kinds of neat electronic wind instruments. This one, the Diosynth, looks FANTASTIC. They seemed to have really NAILED the instrument. I especially think their editing software is going to make it stand out. I love the Aerophone 30 and 20, but Roland’s software for it is…….kinda trash. Give... Read More “Diosynth” »
We are in an age of all kinds of neat electronic wind instruments. This one, the Diosynth, looks FANTASTIC. They seemed to have really NAILED the instrument. I especially think their editing software is going to make it stand out. I love the Aerophone 30 and 20, but Roland’s software for it is…….kinda trash. Give us a good PC/Mac based editor Roland! Price is $1099. Which is totally worth it. <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="703" src="https://www.jazz-sax.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/2025-11-18_22-16-00-1024x703.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-7943" srcset="https://www.jazz-sax.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/2025-11-18_22-16-00-1024x703.jpg 1024w, https://www.jazz-sax.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/2025-11-18_22-16-00-300x206.jpg 300w, https://www.jazz-sax.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/2025-11-18_22-16-00-768x527.jpg 768w, https://www.jazz-sax.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/2025-11-18_22-16-00-1536x1055.jpg 1536w, https://www.jazz-sax.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/2025-11-18_22-16-00-2048x1406.jpg 2048w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /> *UPDATE* MusicTech has an article about its release here.
Qo’noS Hed | Klingon Jazz | Can Honor Swing?
I don’t understand this at all, but I like it……A LOT
Sheet Of The Week – The Perfect Pair (Beabadoobee)
Catchy song by Beabadoobee. Note: There is a file embedded within this post, please visit this post to download the file.
First score and parts for Strings done with Dorico. Enjoy.
First score and parts for Strings done with Dorico. Enjoy. Note: There is a file embedded within this post, please visit this post to download the file.
Sheet Of The Week – Golden (KPop Demon Hunters)
Ok, yea……that song. Note: There is a file embedded within this post, please visit this post to download the file.
In the golden age of synth pop, when British and American electronic music defined the cultural pulse, Atari forged a unique path: becoming the standard-bearer of accessible digital music production. While other platforms focused on graphics or games, Atari championed an architecture that prioritized precision, stability, and sonic control. Its legacy, though less resounding than... Read More “Atari ST and Falcon 030” »
In the golden age of synth pop, when British and American electronic music defined the cultural pulse, Atari forged a unique path: becoming the standard-bearer of accessible digital music production. While other platforms focused on graphics or games, Atari championed an architecture that prioritized precision, stability, and sonic control. Its legacy, though less resounding than that of other brands, continues to resonate in studios, forums, and experimental performances. A great article…..I was an Atari ST (not a Falcon 030) owner when I was a kid, and I loved the machine. Especially the MIDI stuff. It was so fascinating to play back the midi files one could find on the proto-internet (ie BBSes). Or make your own using the Atari’s built in sounds. I think I used that computer until 1991 when I switched to a Macintosh Quadra computer.
Another year, another release. These are more refinements to the venerable program, but it’s still great the program is continuing to get better in every release. Only concern is that this program is still an Intel program. They don’t have a Universal version of it yet that can run natively on M chipped macs. Which... Read More “Band in a Box 2025 for Mac” »
Another year, another release. These are more refinements to the venerable program, but it’s still great the program is continuing to get better in every release. Only concern is that this program is still an Intel program. They don’t have a Universal version of it yet that can run natively on M chipped macs. Which seems like that should be a priority in Band in a Box 2026 as Apple has eliminated Intel from it’s computer lines now.
Sheet Of The Week – Falling Behind (Laufey)
Sheet Of The Week – From The Start (Laufey)
Sheet Of The Week – Welcome To The Black Parade (My Chemical Romance)
Such an iconic song. Note: There is a file embedded within this post, please visit this post to download the file.
Sheet Of The Week – West Coast (OneRepublic)
Great song by OneRepublic Note: There is a file embedded within this post, please visit this post to download the file.
Sheet Of The Week – Mystical Magical (Benson Boone)
New song by Benson Boone. Note: There is a file embedded within this post, please visit this post to download the file.
Rather interesting discussion from the Cambridge Philosophical
Sheet Of The Week – Count On Me (Bruno Mars)
Great song by Bruno Mars. Enjoy! Note: There is a file embedded within this post, please visit this post to download the file.
I mean……seems to work right? I am constantly amazed that like the Amazon instruments you can get sound as good as they do. So…..TEMU……well done I guess?
Interesting video from YouTuber Ian Trewhella. He tries out a Vibrato T1S sax. Actually doesn’t sound all that bad at all. They are around $900.
Sheet Of The Week – Better Now (Post Malone)
One by Post Malone. Note: There is a file embedded within this post, please visit this post to download the file.
Sheet of the Week – APT. by ROSÉ and Bruno Mars
Not quite sure what the appeal of this song is…..but here it is……
Not quite sure what the appeal of this song is…..but here it is…… Note: There is a file embedded within this post, please visit this post to download the file.
Here is a version of the California Suite by Claude Bolling I modified for Soprano Saxophone. Enjoy!
Here is a version of the California Suite by Claude Bolling I modified for Soprano Saxophone. Enjoy! Note: There is a file embedded within this post, please visit this post to download the file.
Great little latin jazz type tune. Note: There is a file embedded within this post, please visit this post to download the file.
Things I liked and/or bought: I switched to Boston Sax Shop Silver Label Tenor Reeds. They play great. I used to use Rico Plasticovered reeds. Not any more. I think I got several of these this year? Or maybe last year. Anyhow, these are great. Boston Sax Shop Voyager Saxophone Multi-Tool. I sort of started... Read More “2024 Year In Review” »
Things I liked and/or bought: I switched to Boston Sax Shop Silver Label Tenor Reeds. They play great. I used to use Rico Plasticovered reeds. Not any more. I think I got several of these this year? Or maybe last year. Anyhow, these are great. Boston Sax Shop Voyager Saxophone Multi-Tool. I sort of started getting a lot of gigs where I had to do lights and/or lightboard. Hey, I go where the money is. And doing tech happens a lot more than getting hired to play music. It’s entertainment related. One of the things I bought was a cmd_key for EOS. Paired with a laptop and a Gadget II, you can run a DMX light system really easy. It’s been a lifesaver on several jobs. I also paired down my big x32 rack with DL32 breakout (it was in a 10 unit rack case….a real beast to take places) to an Allen Heath CQ-20B. OMG….this things is literally 3/4th the size of the X32, and does just about everything it can do. It fits in a small bag (I have it in an Apache 4800 case). It sounds great, and can do multitrack recordings. Great little box. I obtained yet another mic for flute. I have been through several. I was using a Shure Beta 57, then a RE-20. I’ve finally settled on using an Earthworks SR-117 mic. It has a Supercardioid pickup pattern, so it works really well in a noisy environment. It sounds very natural and…..it’s just such a great mic. I have lots of flashlights. My favorite one right now, for the last few months, has been the Sofirm IF24. It has a great magnetic base, and can function as a work light as well. And it does Red light, so you can keep your nightvision. Finale was discontinued by MakeMusic. I am still NOT happy about that. However, I did buy Dorico……and it just makes things so much easier. Yes, a little bit of a learning curve. Yes, it does a lot of things for you. But it generally does everything how I’d want them, and the output from this program is stunning. While I have like 20 years worth of Finale files…..and converting them into Dorico is going to be daunting to say the least, all my new stuff has been done in Dorico. And I don’t need to run like 5 different plugins on stuff to make it look good.
How 14 Expensive Instruments Are Crafted by Masters
Saxophone is in there.
Sheet Of The Week – Pink Pony Club (Chappell Roan)
Honestly, I first heard the Bard-code version of this song and LOVED it.
Honestly, I first heard the Bard-code version of this song and LOVED it. Note: There is a file embedded within this post, please visit this post to download the file.
This was very fascinating.
I still think Dan Higgins is the best lead alto player that the Gordon Goodwin band has had. He’s amazing.
I still think Dan Higgins is the best lead alto player that the Gordon Goodwin band has had. He’s amazing. Note: There is a file embedded within this post, please visit this post to download the file.
I think this was up here at one point. Here it is again. I love this solo.
I think this was up here at one point. Here it is again. I love this solo. Note: There is a file embedded within this post, please visit this post to download the file.
Michael Brecker Intro Solo from David Letterman
This is one of solos I remember hearing/seeing as a kid and going…..yeah…..that is awesome.
This is one of solos I remember hearing/seeing as a kid and going…..yeah…..that is awesome. Note: There is a file embedded within this post, please visit this post to download the file.
So, I was initially sad and angry that MakeMusic decided to kill off Finale. They are “focusing” on their cloud shit. Ok, fine. So the option was either Musescore, Sibelius, or Dorico. Now, I’ve used Musescore off and on. It’s ok. I’ve never liked Sibelius. I’ve tried several times to get into it. It has... Read More “A Jazz Composer’s Journey with Dorico” »
So, I was initially sad and angry that MakeMusic decided to kill off Finale. They are “focusing” on their cloud shit. Ok, fine. So the option was either Musescore, Sibelius, or Dorico. Now, I’ve used Musescore off and on. It’s ok. I’ve never liked Sibelius. I’ve tried several times to get into it. It has failed. Plus there is the whole subscription thing, being owned by Avid, and Avid having basically gutted the development team years ago. So it was really Dorico then. Fast forward to now, I’m team Dorico. I have the Notation Express templates and fonts for it (I also had those for Finale). I also bought the Express Keypad for it to use with my iPad (makes things so much easier). Anyhow, this brings us to Magnus Bakken. He has a fantastic YouTube channel. And he is in real deep with Dorico. Great article. In our latest Dorico Showcase article, we spoke to Magnus Bakken, a Norwegian saxophonist, arranger and composer known for his innovative approach to jazz and fusion. A graduate of Berklee College of Music and the Norwegian Academy of Music, Magnus has released several albums as both a leader and sideman. His debut album, Cycles, received praise for its creativity and energy. His latest release, Slackline, out on November 15th, highlights his evolving sound and musical vision. In this interview, Magnus shares insights into the making of Slackline, his creative process, and how Dorico plays a key role in his compositions and arrangements. Read on to learn more.
Holiday one by Sia. Note: There is a file embedded within this post, please visit this post to download the file.
Sheet Of The Week – Good Luck (Chappell Roan)
Been hearing this on the radio quite a bit.
Been hearing this on the radio quite a bit. Note: There is a file embedded within this post, please visit this post to download the file.
Bolling Suite for Flute and Jazz Piano Trio No. 2
A while ago, I had redone the Claude Bolling Suite for Flute and Jazz Piano Trio. Mainly for Oboe, but since you just have to transpose up a 1/2 step, Soprano is easy enough to make. You know what, there are more of these that Claude Bolling did. Here is Suite No. 2. Paper versions... Read More “Bolling Suite for Flute and Jazz Piano Trio No. 2” »
A while ago, I had redone the Claude Bolling Suite for Flute and Jazz Piano Trio. Mainly for Oboe, but since you just have to transpose up a 1/2 step, Soprano is easy enough to make. You know what, there are more of these that Claude Bolling did. Here is Suite No. 2. Paper versions Note: There is a file embedded within this post, please visit this post to download the file. iPad versions Note: There is a file embedded within this post, please visit this post to download the file.
Sheet Of The Week – Human Nature (Michael Jackson)
One by MJ! Note: There is a file embedded within this post, please visit this post to download the file.
Sheet Of The Week – Please, Please, Please (Sabrina Carpenter)
Another one. Note: There is a file embedded within this post, please visit this post to download the file.
The Zinn Practice regimen start way way back. In the 90s. I had a version way back then, but it seems to be lost in time. The various versions are here. With the untimely death of Finale, my notation program since……forever…..as a learning exercise I decided to convert the Regimen to Dorico. And the results... Read More “Zinn Practice Regimen – 2025” »
The Zinn Practice regimen start way way back. In the 90s. I had a version way back then, but it seems to be lost in time. The various versions are here. With the untimely death of Finale, my notation program since……forever…..as a learning exercise I decided to convert the Regimen to Dorico. And the results are quite good actually. Note: There is a file embedded within this post, please visit this post to download the file.