Everything Saxophone Podcast

Sylvain Carton, originally from France, is a multi-instrumentalist (woodwinds, guitars) and composer currently residing in Los Angeles. He has recorded and performed for numerous groups, including Aly and Aj, Beats Antique, Tenacious D, and Lord Huron, among others. Sylvain is a composer and producer, crafting music for films, commercials, documentaries, and various other mediums. His […] The post Vandoren’s New Saxophone Mouthpieces; NAMM Show 2024 with Sylvain Carton, Ep 197 appeared first on Everything Saxophone Podcast.

At 22 years old, Austin Gatus has had many accomplishments in his young career. Austin has performed with Dave Koz locally here in Los Angeles, as well as on the Dave Koz Jazz Cruises to Europe and Alaska. He sat in with the Average White Band a couple of times on a recent tour, and […] The post Austin Gatus; Interview & Live Performances at the NAMM Show 2024, Ep 196 appeared first on Everything Saxophone Podcast.

Emerging from their lively Kent base in the UK, TJ saxophones had their beginnings in the early 1990s. Over the years, these instruments have transformed into a globally respected brand, celebrated for their excellence in Student, Step-up, and Professional horns. Learn more about these amazing saxophones in this episode from the NAMM Show 2024, featuring […] The post Introducing the New Trevor James Intermediate Saxophones; NAMM Show 2024, Ep 195 appeared first on Everything Saxophone Podcast.

Pianist, saxophonist, composer, arranger, and conductor – whatever it is Gordon Goodwin touches, it’s all about his love of music. Gordon was born in Wichita, Kansas, and Goodwin’s parents moved to Southern California when Goodwin was four. He completed his formal music education at Cal State University-Northridge, and began working as a live performer at […] The post Gordon Goodwin; Multiple Grammy Winning Composer, Arranger, Saxophonist & Pianist, Ep 194 appeared first on Everything Saxophone Podcast.

For the second time, we are featuring New York-based saxophonist and composer Sam Newsome on this episode. Sam Newsome often works in the medium of solo saxophone, and has released several critically acclaimed solo saxophone CDs. Since we last spoke to Sam in episode 106 in 2021, he has won the Soprano Saxophone category in […] The post Soprano Saxophonist, Sam Newsome; Taking Cosmic Unconsciousness to New Heights, Ep 193 appeared first on Everything Saxophone Podcast.

In this episode, we are featuring one of the Pop/Rock world’s most recognizable saxophonists, John Helliwell. If you’ve ever heard The Logical Song, or Take the Long Way Home, Give a Little Bit, or It’s Raining Again by Supertramp, you’ve heard saxophonist and woodwinds specialist, John Anthony Helliwell. Born in West Yorkshire, England, John’s first […] The post John Anthony Helliwell; One of the world’s most recognizable saxophonists, Ep 192 appeared first on Everything Saxophone Podcast.

A native of New Orleans, the birthplace of America’s music, Victor Goines is an accomplished composer, musician, and educator. He serves as the president and chief executive officer of Jazz St. Louis. In 2016, his composition Untamed Elegance, a tribute to the Jazz Age, was performed by the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra. Other commissions include […] The post Victor Goines Podcast; Paying homage to legendary Jazz artists, Ep 191 appeared first on Everything Saxophone Podcast.

Jason Mingledorff is one of the most versatile and in-demand saxophonists playing in New Orleans’ eclectic, thriving music scene. After earning a Bachelor of Music in classical saxophone at the University of Alabama, Jason moved to New Orleans in 1995 to study under jazz patriarch Ellis Marsalis at the University of New Orleans. He has […] The post Jason Mingledorff Podcast; Soulful New Orleans Sax Grooves, Ep 190 appeared first on Everything Saxophone Podcast.

This is a Bonus episode! (This is the type of Bonus content that Patrons get on a regular basis. For more info on becoming a Patron, Click Here) There was so much positive feedback from our 2 previous episodes with Pedro Eustache (episodes 187 & 188), we decided to add a 3rd episode. In this […] The post Pedro Eustache Podcast; Bonus Episode on Improvisation Ep.189 appeared first on Everything Saxophone Podcast.

This episode is Part 2 of a 2-part series with the world-class woodwind specialist, Pedro Eustache. In this episode, we talked about:

This episode is Part 1 of a 2-part series with the world-class woodwind specialist, Pedro Eustache. Pedro, widely known as Pedro Flute, was born in Caracas, Venezuela, and has been a US citizen for decades. Pedro’s beginnings were marked by a rich musical culture inspired by his family, and in particular his brother, who exposed […] The post Pedro Eustache Podcast; Music transcending through sound, Ep 187 appeared first on Everything Saxophone Podcast.

Max Ionata has garnered critical acclaim for his fresh take on the standards of the Jazz Masters. Born in 1972, he is considered one of the greatest Italian contemporary saxophonists on the scene today, having published over 70 records. Max has recorded with musicians such as Robin Eubanks, Mike Stern, Joe Locke, Bob Mintzer, Joel […] The post Max Ionata Podcast; Fresh take on the Jazz Masters, Ep 186 appeared first on Everything Saxophone Podcast.

Carly Stock is a Los Angeles-born jazz saxophonist and woodwind artist known for her big tone and even bigger personality.  Since she first started the saxophone, Carly fell in love with masters like Kenny Garrett and Antonio Hart, and as she honed her craft, began implementing their creativity, huge sounds, and grit into her own […] The post Carly Stock Podcast; Inspiring a new generation of female saxophonists – Ep 185 appeared first on Everything Saxophone Podcast.

Latin Grammy Award Winner, Dr. Ed Calle,  is one of the most versatile saxophonists in the world. Having been born to Spanish parents in Caracas, Venezuela, he showed tremendous musical potential at an early age, developing his own distinct sound (which many have said is part of his DNA). Dr. Calle can be heard on […] The post Dr. Ed Calle Podcast; The Most Versatile Saxophonist On The Planet – Ep 184 appeared first on Everything Saxophone Podcast.

This episode, filmed on location at the Jody Jazz Factory in Savannah, GA, is a masterclass by Jody Espina in saxophone mouthpiece anatomy. Even if you are not an equipment geek, this episode will answer all your saxophone mouthpiece questions. Jody went into great detail about: A possible reason for why your low notes do […] The post Saxophone Mouthpiece Masterclass with Jody Espina of Jody Jazz  Mouthpieces – Ep 183 appeared first on Everything Saxophone Podcast.

In the 3rd part of our series, A Day in the Life at the Jody Jazz Factory, Donna interviewed Danielle Walker, Manager, Accounts & Relations Artist & Manager. Along with her other responsibilities, Danielle is the main mouthpiece play-tester at Jody Jazz. She could be testing up to 300 mouthpieces a day! In order to […] The post Play testing saxophone mouthpieces at the Jody Jazz Factory – Ep 182 appeared first on Everything Saxophone Podcast.

In this episode on location from Savannah, GA, you get to see how each Jody Jazz mouthpiece is made. From the bar stock, through the CNC machinery, through the buffing and detailing…every step along the way. Whether you are an equipment geek or not, everyone will get something from this episode. We strongly encourage you […] The post How Your Jody Jazz Mouthpiece is Made; Jody Jazz Podcast – Ep 181 appeared first on Everything Saxophone Podcast.

If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like inside a factory producing saxophone and clarinet mouthpieces, you will want to listen to and watch our new 4-part series documenting a day in the life at the Jody Jazz Factory. Donna was invited down to Savannah, GA to see how JodyJazz mouthpieces are made, start to finish. […] The post A Day In The Life At The Jody Jazz Factory; Jody Espina Podcast – Ep 180 appeared first on Everything Saxophone Podcast.

One of the biggest releases from the saxophone industry this year has been the new DV HR alto saxophone mouthpiece from Jody Jazz Mouthpieces. Hear what it sounds like, and get all the latest information from Jody Espina President of Jody Jazz. Plus: see which famous band is endorsing Jody Jazz discover the Jody Jazz […] The post JodyJazz Mouthpieces Podcast; Meet the new DV HR Alto Sax Mouthpiece – Ep 179  appeared first on Everything Saxophone Podcast.

Get a close-up look at the New & Revolutionary Eastman 52nd Street Model 852 Tenor Saxophone! In this episode, Donna interviewed Ryan Richman, of Eastman Winds, Live at the NAMM Show 2023 in Anaheim, CA. There are so many ergonomic improvements to the saxophone with this horn. The sound is even throughout the range. The […] The post Ryan Richman of Eastman Winds Podcast; Meet the New, Revolutionary 52nd Street Tenor Saxophone – Ep 178 appeared first on Everything Saxophone Podcast.