Thumbs: A Sax Player's Secret Weapon? | Tips for beginners!

Did you know your thumbs can have a HUGE effect on your saxophone playing, including your tone, posture, ergonomics and overall comfort?
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Find out how your thumbs can affect your saxophone playing, and the common mistakes that beginners make!

In this video, you'll learn how to position your thumbs so you can:

- Improve your saxophone posture
- Enhance your saxophone tone
- Play faster phrases more easily
- Avoid any risk of injury
- Feel more comfortable whilst playing for long sessions

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