Saxophone Academy

Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue chat about Saxophone Outliers and why are students are driving us nuts. Upcoming projects, reviews, and more!

Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue chat about North America's giant saxophone conference, amazing performances, and raising our standards. 

Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue chat with Jonathan Helton, Professor of Saxophone at the University of Florida! What makes a great career in performance? What collaborations are the ticket to fame and fortune? How humid is it in Florida? All this and more! 

Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue chat with Dr. Nicki about the art of creativity, improvisation, burnout, practice planning and MUCH more! 

Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue review the New CD from the Moanin' Frogs: One Giant Leap! Go buy a copy and support these amazing saxophone ambassadors: https://www.bigroundrecords.com/catalog/br8996/#track-listing

Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue chat with a man who has helped more adults learn the saxophone than, perhaps, anyone on earth?! Explore the strategies of teaching adult learners with the legend, Nigel McGill! 

Dr. Sue and Dr. Wally chat about music for electronics, new gear, and old friends.

Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue chat with Dr. Heidi about developing your sound, refining artistry, and pursuing a career in music. 

Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue share 3 pillars to transition from a classical to jazz player. Check out the livestream of Sue's latest concert: https://www.youtube.com/live/leCoRDrn75U?feature=shared

Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue break down learning the blistering new etudes from Jenni Watson - download for free here: https://www.thesaxophoneacademy.com/Watson

Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue answer your questions about getting back into shape, soprano fingerings, C-melody saxophones and other nonsense. 

https://www.thesaxophoneacademy.com/Watson

Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue discuss the importance of applied pressure to applicable applications of applied saxophonics. Also, sue gets Angry. 

Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue chat about the magic of repeated performances and answer YOUR questions! 

You know that one impossible measure? That bit of an etude? That horrendous lick? Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue chat strategies to save your sanity and reputation. Well, at least your sanity. 

Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue share the secrets to a fun and productive rehearsal. Preparation, planning, patience and another word that doesn't start with "p".

We're back! Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue share practice secrets: 3 strategies to make your studio time more effective! There's also other nonsense, that's not a secret. 

Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue chat about what constitutes a "dark" or "bright" sound and how we navigate the colors of tone. Looking for the Desmond sound? We got you.

Dr. Sue and Dr. Wally chat about recording for a recording session and answer your questions...well, some of them. 

Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue chat about doubling on soprano and switching between classical and jazz mouthpieces. 

Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue discuss the ethics of reed euthanasia and answer your questions! 

Dr. Wally and Sue talk about practice habits and answer your questions! 

Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue talk about being a lifelong learner and answer YOUR questions! 

Dr. Wally and Sue chat about gift ideas for the beloved saxophonist in your life. Also, is the Supreme worth the money?!

Dr. Wally and Dr. Sue share recordings of what has influenced their vibrato and discuss performance and pedagogy!