Tenor sax fingering chart

Table of contents:

• Basic tenor saxophone fingering chart
• Alternate fingerings
• Conclusion

It is typically pitched in the key of B-flat and is known for its rich, deep, and expressive sound. The tenor saxophone is widely used in jazz, rock, and classical music, and has been a popular choice for players of all levels for many decades.

Learning to play the tenor saxophone can be a challenging yet rewarding experience. One of the most important tools for any saxophonist, regardless of their level of experience, is the fingering chart. A fingering chart is a visual guide that shows the player how to produce each note on the instrument. It is an essential tool for beginners who are just learning the instrument, as well as for more experienced players who need to quickly reference a specific fingering while playing.

Here's a table with the fingering chart for the Tenor Sax:

Note	Octave	Left Hand	Right Hand
Bb	2		1
B	2	1	1
C	3		1
C# / Db	3	1	1
D	3	1	12
D# / Eb	3	1-2	12
E	3	1-3	12
F	3	1-3	123
F# / Gb	3	12-3	123
G	3	12-34	123
G# / Ab	3	12-345	123
A	3	12-345	123-4
A# / Bb	3	12-345-6	123-4
B	3	12-345-67	123-4
C	4	12-345-67	123-45
C# / Db	4	12-345-67-8	123-45
D	4	12-345-678	123-45
D# / Eb	4	12-345-678-9	123-45
E	4	12-345-678-10	123-45
F	4	12-345-678-10	123-456
F# / Gb	4	12-345-678-10	123-456-7
G	4	12-345-678-10	123-456-78
G# / Ab	4	12-345-678-10	123-456-789
A	4	12-345-678-10	123-456-789-10
A# / Bb	4	12-345-678-10	123-456-789-1011
B	4	12-345-678-10	123-456-789-1012

In the table above, the notes are listed in order from Bb to B, and the corresponding fingerings for each note are listed in the "Left Hand" and "Right Hand" columns. Each number in the "Left Hand" column corresponds to a specific key or combination of keys that should be pressed with the left hand, and each number in the "Right Hand" column corresponds to a specific key or combination of keys that should be pressed with the right hand. For example, the fingering for Bb in the second octave is to press only the first key with the right hand.

It's important to note that this is just one possible fingering chart for the Tenor Sax, and there may be certain variations.

Basic tenor saxophone fingering chart

Below is a basic tenor saxophone fingering chart that outlines the fingerings for each note on the instrument:

(Note: All fingerings are shown with the assumption that the player is using a standard, Boehm-style saxophone.)

Octave Key (Depress with left thumb for notes above Bb3) Bb (Left index finger, octave key) B (Left index and middle fingers, octave key) C (Left index and ring fingers, octave key) C# (Left index, middle and ring fingers, octave key)

Left Hand D (Left index, middle and ring fingers) D# (Left index, middle, ring and pinky fingers) E (Left index, middle and pinky fingers) F (Left index, middle and ring fingers) F# (Left index, middle, ring and pinky fingers) G (Left index, middle and ring fingers) G# (Left index, middle, ring and pinky fingers) A (Left index, middle and ring fingers) A# (Left index, middle, ring and pinky fingers) B (Left index, middle and ring fingers)

Right Hand C (Right index, middle and ring fingers) C# (Right index, middle, ring and pinky fingers) D (Right index and middle fingers) D# (Right index, middle and pinky fingers) E (Right index, middle and ring fingers) F (Right index and middle fingers) F# (Right index, middle and pinky fingers) G (Right index, middle and ring fingers) G# (Right index, middle, ring and pinky fingers) A (Right index, middle and ring fingers) A# (Right index, middle, ring and pinky fingers) B (Right index, middle and ring fingers)

Using a tenor saxophone fingering chart is fairly straightforward. Simply locate the note you want to play on the chart and use the corresponding fingerings to produce that note. For example, to play a D on the tenor saxophone, you would depress the left index, middle, and ring fingers.

It is important to note that there may be alternative fingerings for certain notes, particularly in the upper register of the instrument. Some fingerings may produce a slightly different tone quality or intonation, so it is important to experiment and find the fingering that works best for you and the musical context in which you are playing.

Alternate fingerings

In addition to the basic fingering chart, there are also charts that show alternate fingerings, as well as charts that show the fingerings for specific scales or musical passages. These charts can be particularly helpful for intermediate to advanced players who need to quickly reference a specific fingering while playing.

Conclusion

A tenor saxophone fingering chart is an essential tool for any saxophonist. By using this visual guide, players can easily learn and reference the fingerings for each note on the instrument, making it easier to play with accuracy,