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Everything Saxophone Podcast

Everything Saxophone Podcast

De: Donna Schwartz
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 Each episode, your Host Donna Schwartz brings you interviews, news, and reviews with some of the most exciting saxophonists in the world today. This is the place for the saxophone community to come together and learn through getting into the minds of our saxophone heroes. Enjoy the show and make sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode!Copyright 2024 Everything Saxophone Podcast Entretenimento e Artes Cênicas Música
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  • Baritone Saxophonist, Andrew Hadro; Sculpting the Sound, Ep 256

    Baritone Saxophonist, Andrew Hadro; Sculpting the Sound, Ep 256
    Nov 20 2025
    In Episode 256 of the Everything Saxophone Podcast, Donna Schwartz sits down with the brilliantly innovative Andrew Hadro, whose approach to sound, texture, and baritone sax will leave you thinking long after the episode ends. Below is a detailed timestamp guide to help you navigate the key highlights of our conversation with Andrew Hadro: 00:00 Inspiration behind his new album 'Arch Music' 08:44 Listen and reflect to 'Drone Warfare' part 1 12:17 Listen and reflect to 'Drone Warfare' part 2 14:45 Why Andrew disabled one key on his saxophone 17:58 What he did because he was bored with long tones 19:07 Listen and reflect to 'Drone Warfare' part 3 21:19 Free improvisation in a group setting 25:11 Listen and reflect to _______ 31:18 His setup for recording 37:41 Why Andrew love his 100 year old Conn sax 41:42 Listen and reflect to _______ 42:58 How to do multiphonics 48:01 Listen and reflect to _______ 51:28 His musical background 01:00:14 Who fixes his horns 01:04:55 How he started the Jazz Bari sax site 01:17:09 Upcoming and future projects Explore more about Andrew Hadro, his music, background, and socials, all in one place: https://saxophonepodcast.com/baritone-saxophonist-andrew-hadro-sculpting-the-sound-ep-256 Become a Patron today! Love our content? Want even more behind-the-scenes access? By becoming a Patron, you'll get exclusive perks such as: A complete, always-updated listing of all our showsBonus videos packed with behind-the-scenes contentSearchable transcripts for every episodeEarly access to episodes: hear them before anyone else! Your support keeps the show running and fuels our ability to bring you the best content possible. And the best part? You can join for as little as $2 a month! 💡 Be part of something bigger. Join us on Patreon today! 💡This episode is sponsored by the free Masterclass, How to Improvise With Confidence Feel stuck playing the same licks? What if you could stop overthinking, ditch the sheet music, and take confident, expressive solos – anywhere, anytime? The free masterclass, How to Improvise With Confidence, has helped thousands of sax players break out of the rut and start playing with freedom. It's not about memorizing more theory. It's about unlocking the instincts and tools you already have so you can finally solo the way you hear it in your head. If you've ever felt glued to the page… avoided solos because you didn't feel ready… or wondered why you still don't "get" chord changes, this might be your turning point. Click HERE to watch the masterclass now while it's still available.
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    1 hora e 30 minutos
  • Saxophonist & Repair Technician, Paul Maslin; How PM Woodwinds creates a saxophone community, Ep. 255

    Saxophonist & Repair Technician, Paul Maslin; How PM Woodwinds creates a saxophone community, Ep. 255
    Nov 6 2025
    This week, Donna sits down with Paul Maslin, founder of PM Woodwind Repair and one of the most trusted names in the saxophone world. Paul's shop has been a go-to spot for pros and enthusiasts alike for over 30 years, and in this episode, he shares how he built a community around quality, craftsmanship, and love for the instrument. ⬇️ You'll hear: 00:00 How he got into music and schools he went to 05:31 The reason behind PM Woodwinds's success 08:47 Paul's repair mentors 10:25 Time it takes to do repairs 14:09 How Selmer makes their bells 17:34 Why the neck is so important 20:03 Always have a backup neck 22:33 Simple repairs and how to fix the octave key 26:36 What he means by a bent or pulled-downed neck 31:24 You're the one that makes the sound 32:42 Another simple adjustment every sax player can do 35:43 The real problem is halfway between… 39:21 Are all cheap horns bad? 42:20 Best brand for entry level saxophones 45:06 What to look for when buying brand new horns 46:23 Pro-level brands he carry 47:16 What to consider or check when buying used horns 50:24 Lacquer vs. no lacquer 52:33 Offerings in his shop 56:46 - Horn differences 58:15 - Selmer Supreme - black limited edition horn 01:03:08 - Sad reality of good shops going out of business 01:05:15 - The difficulty of looking for repair people Explore more about Paul Maslin and PM Woodwind Repair; their background and socials, all in one place ➡️ https://saxophonepodcast.com/saxophonist-how-pm-woodwinds-creates-a-saxophone-community-ep-255 Become a Patron today! 🎷 Love our content? Want even more behind-the-scenes access? By becoming a Patron, you'll get exclusive perks such as: A complete, always-updated listing of all our showsBonus videos packed with behind-the-scenes contentSearchable transcripts for every episodeEarly access to episodes: hear them before anyone else! Your support keeps the show running and fuels our ability to bring you the best content possible. And the best part? You can join for as little as $2 a month! 💡 Be part of something bigger. Join us on Patreon today! 💡This episode is sponsored by the free Masterclass, How to Improvise With Confidence Feel stuck playing the same licks? What if you could stop overthinking, ditch the sheet music, and take confident, expressive solos - anywhere, anytime? The free masterclass, How to Improvise With Confidence, has helped thousands of sax players break out of the rut and start playing with freedom. It's not about memorizing more theory. It's about unlocking the instincts and tools you already have so you can finally solo the way you hear it in your head. If you've ever felt glued to the page… avoided solos because you didn't feel ready… or wondered why you still don't "get" chord changes, this might be your turning point. Click HERE to watch the masterclass now while it's still available.
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    1 hora e 17 minutos
  • Saxophone Sextet The Moanin' Frogs; Making Saxophone Chamber Music Fun and Unique, Ep 254

    Saxophone Sextet The Moanin' Frogs; Making Saxophone Chamber Music Fun and Unique, Ep 254
    Oct 16 2025
    Meet The Moanin' Frogs, a dynamic saxophone sextet blending classical, jazz, ragtime, and pop with unmatched energy and creativity. In this episode, they share their journey, the story behind their name, their new album One Giant Leap, and what makes chamber music so fun and expressive. Below is a detailed timestamp to help you navigate the key highlights of our conversation with The Moanin' Frogs. ⬇️ 00:00 Member's introduction 07:52 Lucas' Bass Sax dissertation in British Columbia 11:19 Moanin' Frogs' promotional video 16:44 Where their name came from 23:07 Their setup during the pandemic 25:03 The new album, One Giant Leap, and its concept behind it 29:02 Listen and reflect on 'Melancholy Blues' 30:57 Advice for timing: attacks and releases 33:35 How it worked out for them after being locked down for some time 38:03 When you're too serious, the music suffers 42:39 Everyone's role in the group 45:42 What it takes to be part of their group 49:51 Their early years 52:45 Listen and reflect on Johnny B. Good' 55:13 How Jeff Siegfried does guttural flutter tonguing 01:01:13 How does everything work for them despite being far from one another 01:07:27 Plans for summer camp 01:13:24 Future projects 01:16:31 Listen and reflect on 'Slava!' 01:21:22 Tips for learning circular breathing Tune in and discover why The Moanin' Frogs are leaping beyond boundaries in the saxophone world ➡️ https://saxophonepodcast.com/saxophone-sextet-the-moanin-frogs-making-saxophone-chamber-music-fun-and-unique-ep-254 Become a Patron today! Love our content? Want even more behind-the-scenes access? By becoming a Patron, you'll get exclusive perks such as: A complete, always-updated listing of all our showsBonus videos packed with behind-the-scenes contentSearchable transcripts for every episodeEarly access to episodes: hear them before anyone else! Your support keeps the show running and fuels our ability to bring you the best content possible. And the best part? You can join for as little as $2 a month! 💡 Be part of something bigger. Join us on Patreon today! Today's podcast is brought to you by our friends at GigSalad. Looking to book more gigs and grow your audience? Whether you're a solo artist or in a band, GigSalad makes it easy to connect with event planners across the U.S. and Canada for weddings, birthday parties, corporate events, and more. With GigSalad's strong Google presence, you get better exposure to planners searching for your talent. The full-service platform lets you set availability and preferences to get only the leads you want, and makes messaging, quoting, and booking a breeze. Best of all? Clients pay upfront, so your money is guaranteed every time. So head to GigSalad.com to create your free profile now and take the first step to booking more shows. That's GigSalad.com — and let them know the Everything Saxophone podcast sent you! Click HERE for more info.
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    1 hora e 38 minutos
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