Soprano Saxophone
The soprano saxophone is the smallest standard saxophone, transposing in Bb a major second lower than written. Its straight body and brilliant tone bridge the clarinet and alto saxophone.
Transposing instrument: The Soprano Saxophone is written in Bb and sounds a major second lower from written pitch.
| Instrument family | Woodwind |
| Clef | Treble |
| Concert pitch | No — transposes Bb |
| Transposition | Bb |
| Concert range | Gb3–D6 |
| Written range | Ab3–E6 |
Playable Range
Comfortable range: Gb3–D6
Fingering Chart
View the complete fingering chart for the Soprano Saxophone, including standard fingerings, alternate fingerings, and high-register notes.
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