How do four saxophones become one voice? In this behind-the-scenes look at our rehearsal process, tone philosophy, and tuning strategies, we explore how a saxophone quartet builds a balanced, cohesive sound — from gear and blend to the subtle art of knowing when not to play. Discover how saxophone quartets tune, blend, and phrase as one voice — from conical…
They were seven concerts in. The momentum was building, the music was tight, and the cracks were starting to show. The original soprano didn’t want to meet weekly. Wanted to slow things down. Was already in another group. Wanted to do more contemporary stuff—niche rep, for other saxophonists. The rest of them? They were trying to build something else. Something…
Despite its remarkable expressive range and rich history, the saxophone quartet remains one of classical music’s most underappreciated ensembles. While string quartets enjoy a deep and widely recognized tradition with centuries of canonical repertoire, the saxophone quartet emerged much later and outside the traditional structures of Western art music. The saxophone itself has often been perceived as peripheral to the…