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The Baritone Saxophone or “bari sax” as it is also known is a large saxophone with a low pitch to it. Baritone saxophones have an extra loop near the mouth piece. It is one of the most popular saxophones in use today. It weighs between 15 and 20 pounds. Due to its large size and substantial weight there are not many baritone saxophones used in marching bands, the ones that are used are often harnessed to help the back of the person playing it. Baritone Saxophones have long been played in classical music and are often seen and heard in jazz bands. Modern music is not without baritone saxophones, one of the most popular modern day bands to use a baritone saxophone is The Dave Matthews Band, unfortunately they lost their baritone sax player Leroi Moore in august 2008. They have since filled his position with various artists.

If you are interested in purchasing a baritone saxophone there are many places that you will be able to find one. Locating a reputable dealer will ensure that you are getting a quality saxophone. If you are having a hard time finding a musical instrument dealer, you may want to talk to those that are already playing an instrument or a bari sax, they should be able to point you in the right direction as far as dealers are concerned. The internet is another great place to find those hard to find instruments. Online retailers will usually have reviews and ratings for you to look at before you choose a dealer. Remember that you will want to deal with someone who knows the instrument that they are selling, this way they can explain any kind of care or maintenance that your instrument may need to have done to it, as well as care of the mouthpiece. They may also be able to recommend someone in your area that can give you pointers or lessons on your new saxophone.

The baritone saxophone is a great instrument that both looks and sounds unique. Try one with Holton saxophone or Conn saxophone.