Beginner Tranposing Cb in concert key to Alto - what note should it be?

Hi All

I'm sure this has been asked before but I can't find the answer. I'm trying to transpose a load of stuff from a C instrument (concert key) to an Eb instrument (my alto) but I've got stuck on Cb, as this in not on my transposing table. Am I right in thinking that Cb has to be transposed to B, since there is no Cb on the alto?

Thanks

Suz
 
Cb is the usually same note as B. It is very rare to see this as a key signature. In fact it seems a bit pointless. As a note it is sometimes used but often avoided as B is easier for people. Although I believ it is more common in harp music.
 
Thanks Pete! Just to confirm, is the actual note Cb (in concert key) the equivalent of a B on the alto? Or should I assume Cb = B in concert key and is therefore a G#/Ab on the alto (it's been a long day).

No harp near me, honest!
 

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