Alto Saxophone
The alto saxophone is the most common saxophone in bands and orchestras. It transposes in Eb, sounding a major sixth lower than written, covering the alto register.
Transposing instrument: The Alto Saxophone is written in Eb and sounds a minor sixth lower (or major third higher) from written pitch.
| Instrument family | Woodwind |
| Clef | Treble |
| Concert pitch | No — transposes Eb |
| Transposition | Eb |
| Concert range | E2–B4 |
| Written range | Db3–Ab5 |
Playable Range
Comfortable range: E2–B4
Fingering Chart
View the complete fingering chart for the Alto Saxophone, including standard fingerings, alternate fingerings, and high-register notes.
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