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Greetings -- I am the parent of a 13 year old who plays tenor sax in his middle school jazz band and hopes to continue doing so in high school next year. He is a good musician and committed to playing and practicing.
He's had a loaner instrument from the school but it's time to buy him his own tenor. But I am daunted at the prospect, knowing little about what we should be looking for. We don't have a fortune to spend, but are willing to pay for an instrument that he will be able to use for some years to come. In other words, something better than the standard rent-to-buy-in-fifth-grade tenor sax; something he can continue to grow with.
Any advice on what to consider? Any particular types or brands to look for, or to avoid? Don't know where to begin, and his band teacher, while a great guy, is not primarily a sax player. Suggestions most gratefully welcomed. Thanks in advance.
He's had a loaner instrument from the school but it's time to buy him his own tenor. But I am daunted at the prospect, knowing little about what we should be looking for. We don't have a fortune to spend, but are willing to pay for an instrument that he will be able to use for some years to come. In other words, something better than the standard rent-to-buy-in-fifth-grade tenor sax; something he can continue to grow with.
Any advice on what to consider? Any particular types or brands to look for, or to avoid? Don't know where to begin, and his band teacher, while a great guy, is not primarily a sax player. Suggestions most gratefully welcomed. Thanks in advance.