Saxophone Academy

Dr. Wally Wallace and Susan Fancher discuss creative strategies for saxophone performance and pedagogy.

Electric Sax Pants

Dr. Sue and Dr. Wally chat about music for electronics, new gear, and old friends.

03-07
45:03

Developing Artistry with Dr. Heidi Radtke!

Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue chat with Dr. Heidi about developing your sound, refining artistry, and pursuing a career in music. 

01-29
52:38

Learning Jazz

Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue share 3 pillars to transition from a classical to jazz player. Check out the livestream of Sue's latest concert: https://www.youtube.com/live/leCoRDrn75U?feature=shared

11-22
51:27

Fast Etudes and Faster Fingers

Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue break down learning the blistering new etudes from Jenni Watson - download for free here: https://www.thesaxophoneacademy.com/Watson

10-26
38:49

Gettin' Chops Back and Mailbag questions!

Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue answer your questions about getting back into shape, soprano fingerings, C-melody saxophones and other nonsense. 

10-21
46:26

New Etudes and More (free .pdf download)

https://www.thesaxophoneacademy.com/Watson

09-26
34:38

Under Pressure: Sue's Soapbox

Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue discuss the importance of applied pressure to applicable applications of applied saxophonics. Also, sue gets Angry. 

03-29
37:13

Groundhog Deja Vu

Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue chat about the magic of repeated performances and answer YOUR questions! 

03-18
49:23

Measure Impossible!

You know that one impossible measure? That bit of an etude? That horrendous lick? Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue chat strategies to save your sanity and reputation. Well, at least your sanity. 

02-09
44:55

5 Keys to a GREAT Rehearsal

Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue share the secrets to a fun and productive rehearsal. Preparation, planning, patience and another word that doesn't start with "p".

02-02
43:45

Practice Secrets

We're back! Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue share practice secrets: 3 strategies to make your studio time more effective! There's also other nonsense, that's not a secret. 

11-02
43:10

The Dark Tone

Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue chat about what constitutes a "dark" or "bright" sound and how we navigate the colors of tone. Looking for the Desmond sound? We got you.

06-12
46:04

Preparing for Recording!

Dr. Sue and Dr. Wally chat about recording for a recording session and answer your questions...well, some of them. 

05-01
55:16

Soprano Double and Double Trouble

Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue chat about doubling on soprano and switching between classical and jazz mouthpieces. 

04-11
33:51

Dead Reeds and Horn Upgrades

Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue discuss the ethics of reed euthanasia and answer your questions! 

03-19
39:06

Atomic Saxophone Habits

Dr. Wally and Sue talk about practice habits and answer your questions! 

02-24
50:01

Lifelong Lessons and Practice time!

Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue talk about being a lifelong learner and answer YOUR questions! 

02-14
37:42

Selmer Christmas Supreme?

Dr. Wally and Sue chat about gift ideas for the beloved saxophonist in your life. Also, is the Supreme worth the money?!

12-25
56:11

Vibrato Legends

Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue share recordings of what has influenced their vibrato and discuss performance and pedagogy! 

12-12
56:33

Sax got Rhythm

Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue chat about rhythmic resources and answer listener questions!

12-03
38:17

Steve Davies

I'm pretty sure, with the tech and r&d we have now, synthetic reeds are bound to give real competition to natural cane. Even if synthetic sounds different, why shouldn't that difference be embraced and used creatively?

07-16 Reply

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