Sam Newsome

Sam Newsome
"The potential for the saxophone is unlimited." - Steve Lacy



Saturday, February 29, 2020

Man versus the Machine: More Prepared Saxophone Ideas

When performing this technique it's important to note that sound is produced by inhaling and exhaling through the dishwasher hose.

As far as the balloon, I'm simply creating sporadic percussive sounds that allow me to create a rhythmic accompanying space. This pulls the ear back and forth between two very different sonic spheres.

Material needed:

  1. soprano saxophone
  2. a deflated balloon with the tip cut off
  3. dishwasher drain hose


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