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  • Saxophonist Leah Concialdi; How to Authentically Pitch Yourself, Ep 244

    Saxophonist Leah Concialdi; How to Authentically Pitch Yourself, Ep 244
    2025/05/08
    Everything Saxophone Podcast Host, Donna Schwartz, spoke with Leah Concialdi, Saxophonist, about how to authentically pitch yourself. Leah opens up about playing bari sax at massive pop gigs, wireless mic tips for saxophonists, Fela Kuti’s influence on her music and many more! ✨ Here's what we've talked about: 🎷 Musical beginning 🎷 Pop gig preparation 🎷 What it was like to play at Coachella with Harry Styles 🎷 How to navigate line checks at shows for Bari Sax players 🎷 Wireless microphone she currently uses 🎷 Neighborhood orchestra 🎷 How Fela Kuti’s music influenced her 🎷 The intersection between Fela Kuti’s music and jazz music 🎷 How she got involved with P Mauriat Instruments 🎷 Her mouthpiece preference 🎷How she got into music publicity 🎷 Audiences are craving authenticity 🎷 Why old school marketing platforms reign Discover more of Leah Concialdi, their bio, details about their music, and socials here: https://saxophonepodcast.com/saxophonist-leah-concialdi-how-to-authentically-pitch-yourself-ep-244 Become a Patron today! Love our content? Want even more behind-the-scenes access? By becoming a Patron, you’ll get exclusive perks such as: A complete, always-updated listing of all our showsBonus videos packed with behind-the-scenes contentSearchable transcripts for every episodeEarly access to episodes—hear them before anyone else! Your support keeps the show running and fuels our ability to bring you the best content possible. And the best part? You can join for as little as $2 a month! 💡 Be part of something bigger. Join us on Patreon today! P. Mauriat is a proud sponsor of the Everything Saxophone Podcast. P. Mauriat saxophones are handmade start to finish in Taiwan by skilled artisans and their families. Each P. Mauriat saxophone features a hand hammered bell; hand-hammering creates a durable alloy that is both aesthetically and sonically beautiful. P. Mauriat is the only saxophone manufacturer in the world that manufactures a true, full line saxophone choir: sopranino, soprano saxes with two necks or unibody construction, a curved soprano, alto and tenor saxophones with traditional French bores and drawn tone holes or alto and tenor saxophones with rolled tone holes and Germanic style bores, a tenor sax without a high F# key, Low A AND Low Bb baritone saxes, a professional bass saxophone, and entry level, intermediate, and pro lines all voiced SATB. P. Mauriat also makes entry level, intermediate, and professional clarinets, intermediate and professional flutes, and entry level through pre-professional trumpets. P. Mauriat is also fully product-supported, with an actual human being brand manager and an ever-growing parts pipeline. Check out the new P. Mauriat Venus Alto and Tenor saxophones, made of a 95% copper alloy with silver key work and Black Pearl key touches. Great artists such as Kirk Whalum, Derek Brown, Roxy Coss, Adam Larson, Jason Marshall, Khari Allen Lee, Laura Dreyer, Dan White, and Terell Stafford have trusted their sound to P. Mauriat Musical Instruments. Whether you’re a beginning musician, an advancing student, or a working professional, P. Mauriat has an instrument that will fit both your musical tastes and your budget. See your local dealer for details!
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  • Saxophonist Reggie Padilla; How Being Versatile Created Amazing Opportunities, Ep. 243

    Saxophonist Reggie Padilla; How Being Versatile Created Amazing Opportunities, Ep. 243
    2025/04/17
    Everything Saxophone Podcast Host, Donna Schwartz, spoke with Reggie Padilla, Saxophonist and Author, about how being versatile created amazing opportunities. Donna sits down with the incredibly versatile saxophonist Reggie Padilla to dive deep into his musical path — from surfing with a sax to creating his EP First Light, his etude book Reflecting Changes, and how he built his home studio setup. You’ll also hear what made him choose P. Mauriat saxophones and how versatility opened unexpected doors in his career. Here's what we've talked about 🎷 Musical beginnings 🎷 What made him focus on playing saxophone 🎷 Moving to Hawaii – better weather and more gig opportunities for him 🎷 His home recording set-up 🎷 Arrangement for his work for hire projects 🎷 His EP ‘First Light’ and how he made it 🎷 Etude book ‘Reflecting Changes’ 🎷 How he make use of Switcher Studio during the pandemic 🎷 What convinced him to get P Mauriat saxophone 🎷 His mouthpiece 🎷 Reggie’s clear vibrato saxophone 🎷 How he made playing sax while surfing possible Discover more of Reggie Padilla, their bio, details about their music, and socials here: https://saxophonepodcast.com/saxophonist-reggie-padilla-how-being-versatile-created-amazing-opportunities Become a Patron today! Love our content? Want even more behind-the-scenes access? By becoming a Patron, you’ll get exclusive perks such as: A complete, always-updated listing of all our showsBonus videos packed with behind-the-scenes contentSearchable transcripts for every episodeEarly access to episodes—hear them before anyone else! Your support keeps the show running and fuels our ability to bring you the best content possible. And the best part? You can join for as little as $2 a month! 💡 Be part of something bigger. Join us on Patreon today! P. Mauriat is a proud sponsor of the Everything Saxophone Podcast. P. Mauriat saxophones are handmade start to finish in Taiwan by skilled artisans and their families. Each P. Mauriat saxophone features a hand hammered bell; hand-hammering creates a durable alloy that is both aesthetically and sonically beautiful. P. Mauriat is the only saxophone manufacturer in the world that manufactures a true, full line saxophone choir: sopranino, soprano saxes with two necks or unibody construction, a curved soprano, alto and tenor saxophones with traditional French bores and drawn tone holes or alto and tenor saxophones with rolled tone holes and Germanic style bores, a tenor sax without a high F# key, Low A AND Low Bb baritone saxes, a professional bass saxophone, and entry level, intermediate, and pro lines all voiced SATB. P. Mauriat also makes entry level, intermediate, and professional clarinets, intermediate and professional flutes, and entry level through pre-professional trumpets. P. Mauriat is also fully product-supported, with an actual human being brand manager and an ever-growing parts pipeline. Check out the new P. Mauriat Venus Alto and Tenor saxophones, made of a 95% copper alloy with silver key work and Black Pearl key touches. Great artists such as Kirk Whalum, Derek Brown, Roxy Coss, Adam Larson, Jason Marshall, Khari Allen Lee, Laura Dreyer, Dan White, and Terell Stafford have trusted their sound to P. Mauriat Musical Instruments. Whether you’re a beginning musician, an advancing student, or a working professional, P. Mauriat has an instrument that will fit both your musical tastes and your budget. See your local dealer for details!
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    1 時間 27 分
  • Saxophonist Dr Scott Litroff - How to Be An Effective Performer

    Saxophonist Dr Scott Litroff - How to Be An Effective Performer
    2025/04/04
    Ever wondered how a violinist 🎻 became a master of the saxophone 🎷? This week on the podcast, Donna sits down with the incredible Dr. Scott Litroff—who shares his journey from picking up the violin to finding his true voice on the sax. It all started with a moment of inspiration (and a little nudge from Perry Goldstein), but what truly set Scott apart was his approach to music: letting his ears be his guide, embracing mistakes as stepping stones, and developing a fearless performance philosophy. Scott also takes us behind the scenes of his latest single, "Never Forget," sharing how it was produced and the creative process behind its powerful sound. Don't miss these episode highlights: 🎷 Meeting Scott at NAMM 2025 🎷 His introduction to music 🎷 Your ears should be your guide 🎷 How he transitioned his interest from violin to saxophone 🎷 Influence of Perry Goldstein 🎷 How Scott became lyrical in the altissimo range 🎷 Tips on playing the altissimo 🎷 Mistakes are a path to the right note 🎷 Opportunities he got while studying at Stony Brook University 🎷 How Scott developed his performance philosophy to not worry about failing 🎷 A powerful quote from Yo Yo Ma 🎷 How studying other instruments helped Scott become a better improviser and musician 🎷 How the legacy of the masters can be a blessing but also a curse 🎷 Social acceptance 🎷 Importance of healthy practice sessions 🎷 Letting go of this 1 belief will allow you to improvise with more freedom 🎷 Learning an instrument is a journey 🎷 Working with Darren Rahn 🎷 Finding the right mouthpiece and reed 🎷 His gear and recommendations 🎷 What he likes most about P Mauriat 🎷 His ‘Never Forget’ single with Darren Rahn 🎷 Other projects Click here to discover more about Dr. Scott Litroff & P Mauriat! Become a Patron today! Love our content? Want even more behind-the-scenes access? By becoming a Patron, you’ll get exclusive perks such as: A complete, always-updated listing of all our showsBonus videos packed with behind-the-scenes contentSearchable transcripts for every episodeEarly access to episodes—hear them before anyone else! Your support keeps the show running and fuels our ability to bring you the best content possible. And the best part? You can join for as little as $2 a month! 💡 Be part of something bigger. Join us on Patreon today! P. Mauriat is a proud sponsor of the Everything Saxophone Podcast. P. Mauriat saxophones are handmade start to finish in Taiwan by skilled artisans and their families. Each P. Mauriat saxophone features a hand hammered bell; hand-hammering creates a durable alloy that is both aesthetically and sonically beautiful. P. Mauriat is the only saxophone manufacturer in the world that manufactures a true, full line saxophone choir: sopranino, soprano saxes with two necks or unibody construction, a curved soprano, alto and tenor saxophones with traditional French bores and drawn tone holes or alto and tenor saxophones with rolled tone holes and Germanic style bores, a tenor sax without a high F# key, Low A AND Low Bb baritone saxes, a professional bass saxophone, and entry level, intermediate, and pro lines all voiced SATB. P. Mauriat also makes entry level, intermediate, and professional clarinets, intermediate and professional flutes, and entry level through pre-professional trumpets. P. Mauriat is also fully product-supported, with an actual human being brand manager and an ever-growing parts pipeline. Check out the new P. Mauriat Venus Alto and Tenor saxophones, made of a 95% copper alloy with silver key work and Black Pearl key touches. Great artists such as Kirk Whalum, Derek Brown, Roxy Coss, Adam Larson, Jason Marshall, Khari Allen Lee, Laura Dreyer, Dan White, and Terell Stafford have trusted their sound to P. Mauriat Musical Instruments. Whether you’re a beginning musician, an advancing student, or a working professional, P. Mauriat has an instrument that will fit both your musical tastes and your budget. See your local dealer for details!
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    2 時間 24 分
  • Jason Gay; How Embracing Jazz History Shaped His Performing Career, Ep 241

    Jason Gay; How Embracing Jazz History Shaped His Performing Career, Ep 241
    2025/03/21

    We’re back! 🎷🎙️

    After a short break, Everything Saxophone Podcast returns with an incredible episode featuring Jason Gay!

    Donna sits down with Jason for a fascinating conversation about his journey in music, the gear he swears by, and the lessons he's learned along the way.

    Here's the highlights of the episode:

    🎷 How Donna met Jason
    🎷 Why ligature matters
    🎷 Why Jason loves Jody Jazz mouthpieces
    🎷 More onto his gear and set-up
    🎷 How he got into music
    🎷 Lesson from Joe Viola
    🎷 Tip from Eddie Bayard
    🎷 Why improving his tone takes most of his practice time
    🎷 Similarities of learning a language to music
    🎷 Sidney Bechet and his influence to Jason
    🎷 His new book about Sidney Bechet
    🎷 How joining the Navy Band opened up many opportunities

    This episode is packed with inspiration and valuable insights for every saxophonist and music lover. 🎧 Tune in now and let us know your favorite takeaway in the comments!

    Find Jason Gay's links HERE.

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    • A complete, always-updated listing of all our shows
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    1 時間 42 分
  • Theo Wanne Essentials Collection; NAMM Show 2025, Ep 240

    Theo Wanne Essentials Collection; NAMM Show 2025, Ep 240
    2025/03/06

    We’re closing out our NAMM 2025 coverage with a must-hear episode!

    Everything Saxophone Podcast host Donna Schwartz caught up with Theo Wanne, a world-renowned expert in saxophone mouthpiece design and innovation, at the NAMM Show 2025 in Anaheim, CA.

    With over three decades of experience, Theo has revolutionized how musicians approach sound and craftsmanship.

    In this episode, he shares insights into the Theo Wanne Essentials Collection, discusses the artistry behind his mouthpieces, and reveals what makes them stand out.

    Here’s what you’ll discover:
    🎷 Introducing the New Theo Wanne Essentials Collection
    🎷 Theo's journey of making saxophone mouthpieces
    🎷 Options for tip openings
    🎷 Other Theo Wanne mouthpiece models
    🎷 The distinguishing features in the New Essentials Concert Series
    🎷 How Theo Wanne makes quality mouthpieces at an affordable price
    🎷 What makes their mouthpiece different and special

    This is a conversation you don’t want to miss! Tune in now and get an inside look at the innovation shaping the saxophone world.

    You can find Theo Wanne's info and all their links on our site HERE.

    That’s a wrap on our final NAMM 2025 episode—thank you for tuning in! 🙌
    But we’re just getting started. We have an incredible lineup of guests coming your way, including Jason Gay, Leah Concialdi, and more—each bringing unique perspectives and inspiring stories.

    Stay tuned for an exciting season of engaging discussions, expert insights, and behind-the-scenes stories you won’t want to miss!

    Become a Patron today!

    Love our content? Want even more behind-the-scenes access? By becoming a Patron, you’ll get exclusive perks such as:

    • A complete, always-updated listing of all our shows
    • Bonus videos packed with behind-the-scenes content
    • Searchable transcripts for every episode
    • Early access to episodes—hear them before anyone else!


    Your support keeps the show running and fuels our ability to bring you the best content possible. And the best part? You can join for as little as $2 a month!

    💡 Be part of something bigger. Join us on Patreon today!
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    23 分
  • Cannonball Instruments, Live at the NAMM Show 2025, Ep 239

    Cannonball Instruments, Live at the NAMM Show 2025, Ep 239
    2025/02/27

    Everything Saxophone Podcast Host, Donna Schwartz, spoke with Sheryl Laukat—CEO & Co-Founder and Dr Randal Clark—Dir of Media & Education of Cannonball Musical Instruments, at the NAMM Show 2025 in Anaheim, CA.

    In this special episode, we go behind the scenes with Cannonball Instruments at NAMM 2025! We dive into what makes Cannonball saxophones stand out, the secret behind putting a pearl on a lee pipe, and their most popular saxophone loved by pros like Gerald Albright & Eric Darius.

    Plus, we chat about Cannonball’s legendary jam sessions, their exciting plans for their 30th anniversary, and catch up with Randal Clark on his upcoming music. 🎶🔥 He even gives us an exclusive look at the Cannonball saxophone he’s playing right now and breaks down his current setup.

    Don't Miss Out:

    ➡️ What makes Cannonball saxophones different
    ➡️ Putting a pearl on a lee pipe
    ➡️ Their most popular saxophone
    ➡️ Saxophones used by Gerald Albright and Eric Darius
    ➡️ Cannonball’s jam sessions
    ➡️ Plans for the 30th anniversary
    ➡️ What is Randal Clark up to
    ➡️ His upcoming music
    ➡️ Showing Cannonball sax he’s currently using
    ➡️ His set-up
    ➡️ Where can you check his work and music

    🎷 A Huge THANK YOU to Our Amazing Patrons! ✨

    Your support means the world to us! Because of you, we can continue creating and sharing incredible saxophone content.

    When you become a Patron, you're not just supporting the show—you’re joining a passionate community of saxophonists, professionals, and enthusiasts. Plus, you get exclusive perks, including:

    🎷 Full access to our ever-growing episode archive
    🎥 Bonus behind-the-scenes videos
    📜 Searchable transcripts for every episode
    🎧 Early access to new episodes—hear them before anyone else!
    🎶 Exclusive NAMM Show content—interviews, performances & highlights first!

    And there’s even more coming—we can’t wait to share it with you!

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    17 分
  • New Bari Sax Compact Case; Andy Lutz from ProTec, NAMM Show 2025, Ep 238

    New Bari Sax Compact Case; Andy Lutz from ProTec, NAMM Show 2025, Ep 238
    2025/02/20
    Everything Saxophone Podcast Host, Donna Schwartz, spoke with Andy Lutz, from ProTec Style Company, at the NAMM Show 2025 in Anaheim, CA. When you buy a new sax, the case it comes with is usually fine… but not always ideal, especially for traveling. While cases have improved over the years, many still aren’t built for the demands of air travel. The Protec compact bari sax case fits most baritone saxophone makes and models, including both low A and low Bb versions. The exterior is made from durable, weather-resistant 1680 ballistic nylon with reinforced stitching. Inside, the case features a shock-absorbing wood frame to protect the instrument. It has a padded handle wrap and durable rope handles for easy carrying, as well as a non-slip adjustable shoulder strap for comfortable transport. The case also includes a large front pocket for accessories and an in-bell storage pouch for the neck and mouthpiece. Here's what we've talked about: 🎷Protec’s latest compact bari sax case
    🎷Prototype
    🎷Other products
    🎷2 piece bass clarinet case prototype A huge THANK YOU to our amazing Patreons! ✨

    Your support means the world to us and fuels everything we do. Because of you, we can keep creating, innovating, and bringing even more exciting content your way.

    When you become a Patron, you’re not just supporting the show—you’re joining an exclusive community of passionate saxophone professionals, players, and enthusiasts who get incredible perks, including:

    • A complete, always-updated listing of all our shows
    • Bonus videos packed with behind-the-scenes content
    • Searchable transcripts for every episode
    • Early access to episodes—hear them before anyone else!
    • Exclusive NAMM Show content: interviews, performances, and highlights—see it first as a Patron!
    • Stay tuned—there’s so much more to come, and we can’t wait to share it with you

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    Be part of something bigger. Join us on Patreon today!
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  • The World’s First ‘Screwless’ Saxophone from Victory Musical Instruments; NAMM Show 2025, Ep 237

    The World’s First ‘Screwless’ Saxophone from Victory Musical Instruments; NAMM Show 2025, Ep 237
    2025/02/13

    Everything Saxophone Podcast Host, Donna Schwartz, interviewed Melvin Quinones, Founder of Victory Musical Instruments, and inventor of the World’s First ‘Screwless’ Saxophone!

    Victory Musical Instruments has gained recognition among musicians and dealers for its craftsmanship and performance. During the interview, Quinones discussed the meticulous design process and the motivation behind creating a ‘screwless’ saxophone—an idea born from his deep understanding of musicians’ needs and his commitment to pushing the boundaries of instrument design.

    Can’t wait to share this one! If you love game-changing innovations, you’ll want to tune in! We covered:

    🎷 Featuring the screwless saxophone
    🎷 Why it’s good for those who travel with their saxophone
    🎷 Does being screwless have a great impact on its weight?
    🎷 Dominating the global market
    🎷 Does Sweetwater carry all their models?
    🎷 Upcoming projects

    A huge THANK YOU to our amazing Patreons! ✨

    Your support means the world to us and fuels everything we do. Because of you, we can keep creating, innovating, and bringing even more exciting content your way.

    When you become a Patron, you’re not just supporting the show—you’re joining an exclusive community of passionate saxophone professionals, players, and enthusiasts who get incredible perks, including:

    • A complete, always-updated listing of all our shows
    • Bonus videos packed with behind-the-scenes content
    • Searchable transcripts for every episode
    • Early access to episodes—hear them before anyone else!
    • Exclusive NAMM Show content: interviews, performances, and highlights—see it first as a Patron!
    • Stay tuned—there’s so much more to come, and we can’t wait to share it with you

    And the best part? You can join for as little as $2 a month!

    Be part of something bigger. Join us on Patreon today!
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    11 分