Entity: SAXOPHONE
The saxophone is a versatile musical wind instrument with a conical metal tube and finger keys, ranging from soprano to bass.
SAXOPHONE
Etymology
The saxophone, often abbreviated as sax, was invented by Adolf Sax in the 1800s.
Definition
A saxophone is a musical wind instrument consisting of a conical metal tube with keys or valves and a mouthpiece with a single reed.
Historical Context
The saxophone was invented by Belgian instrument maker Adolf Sax in the 1840s. It was designed to bridge the gap between brass and woodwind instruments.
Cultural Significance
The saxophone has become a staple in jazz, classical, and popular music. Famous saxophone players include John Coltrane, Charlie Parker, and Lisa Simpson.
Related Concepts
The saxophone family includes soprano, alto, tenor, baritone, bass, contrabass, and subcontrabass variations.
See Also
A musical wind instrument consisting of a conical metal tube with keys or valves and a mouthpiece with a single reed.