There was a ton of action going on at the P. Mauriat booth during the NAMM Show 2024. Despite that, I still had the privilege of speaking with Jeremiah True, Brand Manager at P. Mauriat, who is a really special guy. Jeremiah True is a versatile woodwind performer proficient in all saxophones, clarinets, flutes, and […] The post Jeremiah True-P Mauriat Saxophones; Practicing Saxophone to Get Results, NAMM Show 2024 appeared first on Everything Saxophone Podcast ..read more

In this episode, I had the pleasure of meeting Steve Teethers and Tyler Rogers of Claude Lakey Woodwinds at the NAMM Show 2024 to discuss their amazing saxophone mouthpieces. For over fifty years, Claude Lakey’s enduring legacy has thrived within the company he established, evolving from its modest inception in a corner of a music […] The post Claude Lakey Saxophone Mouthpieces; NAMM Show 2024, Ep 211 appeared first on Everything Saxophone Podcast ..read more

Victory Musical Instruments remains the top choice for musicians and dealers worldwide due to its commitment to excellence. Offering exceptional sound quality, precise intonation, and improved mechanisms, Victory Instruments are designed with musicians’ needs in mind. These wind instruments, prized by musicians globally, stand out for their superb craftsmanship and unique design. Driven by a […] The post The New Screw-less Saxophones by Victory Musical Instruments; NAMM Show 2024, Ep 210 appeared first on Everything Saxophone Podcast ..read more

Established in 1919 by Jesse James Babbitt, the JJ Babbitt Company, Inc. is the industry’s oldest mouthpiece manufacturer for clarinets and saxophones. Still family-owned, it’s now led by Steve and Debbie Rorie and remains rooted in Elkhart, Indiana. Based in Elkhart, Indiana, formerly hailed as “The Band Instrument Capital of the World,” the JJ Babbitt […] The post New JJ Babbitt Saxophone Mouthpieces; NAMM Show 2024, Ep 209 appeared first on Everything Saxophone Podcast ..read more

Silverstein Works is an accessories company committed to excellence in the realm of music. They specialize in researching and developing premium-quality products, aiming to set the highest standard in performance and usability for musicians. During this year’s NAMM Show, I had the opportunity to speak with Calvin Son, President and Director of Artist Relationships at […] The post New Silverstein Works Saxophone Mouthpieces and Reeds; NAMM Show 2024 appeared first on Everything Saxophone Podcast ..read more

Saxophonist, flutist, and educator Sharel Cassity is a standout in New York and Chicago jazz circles. Named the 2023 “Rising Star Alto Saxophone” and featured on Downbeat Magazine’s cover, she’s graced TV shows like Today, Good Morning America, and The Colbert Show. Honored in the Oklahoma Jazz Hall of Fame, Sharel has also received the […] The post Sharel Cassity & Mentorship Through Jazz Up; NAMM Show 2024 Ep 207 appeared first on Everything Saxophone Podcast ..read more

Born in Detroit, Rick Margitza’s musical journey began with classical saxophone training under Donald Sinta at the University of Michigan. He also studied jazz with notable mentors like Sonny Stitt and Michael Brecker. Graduating from Loyola University in New Orleans, Margitza’s musical style was deeply influenced by the city’s rich cultural tapestry. Relocating to New […] The post Saxophonist Rick Margitza; Embracing Readiness Unveils a New Universe, Ep 206 appeared first on Everything Saxophone Podcast ..read more

I am consistently thrilled to visit the Theo Wanne booth at every NAMM Show, as they invariably unveil innovative products. At the NAMM Show 2024, I was particularly impressed by the introduction of the new Theo Wanne Saxophone Mouthpieces. Theo is considered the world’s foremost expert on the design and manufacturing of saxophone mouthpieces. As […] The post New Theo Wanne Saxophone Mouthpieces; NAMM Show 2024, Ep 205 appeared first on Everything Saxophone Podcast ..read more

I had the pleasure of meeting Chris Kortschot from Legere Reeds at the 2022 NAMM Show, where he showcased some truly remarkable reeds. It was delightful to reconnect with him at the 2024 NAMM Show, where Legere unveiled their latest innovation, the Frech Cut reeds. Légère Reeds Ltd. was founded in 1998 by Dr. Guy […] The post Legere Reeds French Cut; NAMM Show 2024, Ep 204 appeared first on Everything Saxophone Podcast ..read more

Susanne Alt, a versatile artist from Amsterdam, excels in saxophone, composition, DJing, and production. Born in 1978 in Würzburg, Germany, Alt showed early promise, winning the Siemens Prize for young talent in classical saxophone during her formative years at the Meistersinger-Konservatorium Nuremberg. Alt’s musical journey continued as she pursued jazz saxophone studies in the Netherlands, […] The post Saxophonist & DJ Susanne Alt; Finding Her Own Voice, Ep 203 appeared first on Everything Saxophone Podcast ..read more