After seeing a saxophonist busking in the streets in her hometown, a very young Heidi Radtke knew she wanted to play saxophone. She got her wish at age 11, and from that moment on, has studied with some of the best classical saxophonists around to become one of the most well-regarded contemporary saxophonists on the […] The post Saxophonist Heidi Radtke; Divergent Styles Influenced by Traditions, Ep 216 appeared first on Everything Saxophone Podcast ..read more

Born in a very small town in Denmark (Vejle) in 1982, Jeppe took a keen interest in the drums at a young age. Jeppe Zacho also started playing saxophone at 15 years old, upon his father’s advice. As a teenager, Jeppe traveled to Cuba to study the intricate Cuban rhythms he so loved. This monumental […] The post Jeppe Zacho; Modern Jazz The Old Fashioned Way, Ep 215 appeared first on Everything Saxophone Podcast ..read more

You may not have heard about the new, patented design of the EMEO Digital Practice Saxophone. They started 9 years ago, and have been on the market for 4 years. At the NAMM Show 2024, it was a big hit – their booth was crowded every single day. This isn’t your conventional saxophone. It features […] The post EMEO Digital Practice Saxophone; Latest Updates From The NAMM Show 2024, Ep 214 appeared first on Everything Saxophone Podcast ..read more

Established in 1974 by Phil Rovner, Rovner® began its journey with the creation of one ligature, the original Dark. Since then, it has expanded its range to encompass four “Classic” models and four “NextGeneration” models. Distributed globally, Rovner® products are cherished by musicians of all levels, from novices to top-tier professionals. Despite numerous imitators, the […] The post Rovner Products LGX Saxophone Ligature; George Reeder at the NAMM Show 2024, Ep 213 appeared first on Everything Saxophone Podcast ..read more

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