I have been playing for a little more than a year and a half and have started toying around with the idea of purchasing a soprano saxophone. In your opinions, is that long enough to have played before even thinking of making a switch?

Thanks,
Jackson

Jackson,

Oh yeah, that is definitely long enough. The only thing about the soprano is that it is very difficult to start on, due to its difficult tuning, and a design which is different from the other three common saxophones. Since you started on the tenor, and you`ve been playing it for a while, I think you are definitely ready to give the soprano a try. The tenor or the alto are good saxophones to start on. Many professionals will agree with you on this. However, the saxophone is a family of instruments (a very big family), and learning several is good for your musicianship.

Cheers,

Thomas

Thank you very much, ive been crazy about the soprano ever since i heard Coltrane`s "My Favorite Things," but i didnt want to rush into the transition.

Thanks Again,
Jackson