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 B♭ 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: G♭3–D6

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