Saxophone Fingering Chart for Alto and Tenor Saxophone Players by Brenda Murphy | Fingering Diagrams Notation Guide Instrument Care Practice Aid and Beginner Saxophone Study Reference - Softcover

Brenda Murphy

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0711969396 ISBN 13: 9780711969391

Publisher: Chester Music, 1999

Synopsis

Saxophone Fingering Chart by Brenda Murphy is a practical reference guide for saxophone players looking for clear support with fingering positions, notation, and everyday instrument awareness. Designed for beginner and developing saxophone players, this easy-to-use study companion helps students, teachers, and returning musicians build confidence during lessons, practice sessions, and independent study.

This chart combines fingering diagrams, notation guidance, and essential instrument care information in a clear visual layout that can be consulted quickly while practising. Photographic references and easy-to-follow note positions help players improve familiarity with the saxophone while supporting fluency, accuracy, and comfortable technique development. Suitable for alto and tenor saxophone players, it works well alongside tutor books, exercises, scales, studies, and early repertoire.

Rather than functioning as a traditional songbook, this chart serves as a useful study and practice aid for developing technical confidence on the saxophone. Players working through exercises, scales, studies, or beginner repertoire can benefit from having fingerings readily available without interrupting the flow of practice. Teachers may also find it valuable as a visual teaching resource for introducing notation and reinforcing correct hand positioning during lessons.

The durable laminated presentation offers long-lasting usability for regular handling, while the concise gatefold layout keeps essential information accessible without overwhelming new learners. Whether used in school music programmes, ensemble rehearsals, private lessons, or home practice routines, this fingering chart supports steady musical development in a clear and approachable way.

Ideal for practice rooms, music bags, and lesson spaces, it provides dependable guidance that players can return to throughout their learning journey.

Edition details

• Publisher: Chester Music
• Publication date: 1999
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0711969396
• ISBN 13: 9780711969391
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 6