There he is!!! Ollie’s lookin’ bad ass. Love it. Great video Wally - I literally found myself nodding along the whole time, silently saying “yes yes yes!” in my head. Mega bugle calling as well old bean! I gotta try the vowels thing now with my students. My TTM owners are gonna love this reinforcement, and it’s great to know it’s not just me saying this stuff! Awesome. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Jamie! For the science behind all this stuff, I send them to you! For puppet sing alongs...I got dis. Happy weekend my friend!
@Saxologic
3 жыл бұрын
Very professionally done! You are the man!!!
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Nathan, but YOU are, in fact, the man. Happy Friday my friend.
@Melody_Mike.4460
3 жыл бұрын
It’s really cool to see a verified comment with only 1 reply. Never see that from you!
@slmjkdbtl
2 жыл бұрын
I'm confused, so who is the man here?
@jockey101
5 ай бұрын
@@slmjkdbtl Me
@marktyler3381
3 жыл бұрын
The overtone monster has been missing in my life - thank you.
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
Most welcome! What's that Ollie? oh, Ollie says hi too!
@1Blablz
3 жыл бұрын
The "Its gonna be weeeeeeeird" hit me hard xD
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
I try to keep it weeeeeiiiird. Straight up saxophone stuff gets boring!
@Vitupers
3 жыл бұрын
Perfectly on spot as usual, can't wait for the transcription video. Thank you dr. Wallace
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Mik! Hope you have a great weekend!
@davidbraner156
3 жыл бұрын
An amazing resemblance to the cookie monster! Related? Well done as alway Wally.....the saxophone community should be very happy to have your work at their finger tips. 👏👏
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
Whoah there, Dave. Ollie bears no resemblance to said trademarked intellectual property! And thanks!
@davidbraner156
3 жыл бұрын
@@drwallysax I wasn't referring to Ollie at all. It is clear he is his own monster. The guy playing the saxophone is another story.
@xrgiok
6 күн бұрын
I love Ollie!❤
@LeoNovel
3 жыл бұрын
Oh hi!!!!! We missed you again!!!
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
Hey Leo! How's the weather in Paris?
@LyndaHam-t4c
6 ай бұрын
Even though I am 'just' a beginner, I love watching your lessons, you make me laugh and understand that all the strict linear information given by many is actually quite frightening. I have learned a lot just because of that, you have a great sense of humour. I am glad to hear that you are going to include a small amount of stuff for my level. Can I ask though is it possible when you are doing work on fingerings which aren't usually included on a general fingering chart, to include the fingering. I have seen it a couple of times and it made a lot of difference. Keep me laughing and understanding that people who play the saxophone are human like you and I'll keep watching even though it's over my head, I still learn.
@mayhulk7514
Жыл бұрын
Torture stick had me dying. Good video, trying to become more advanced with my Tenor Sax
@SaxVentures
3 жыл бұрын
Brilliant - I love your videos! They always add fresh perspective and much needed humour! Thanks, Dr. Wally!
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
Awww, thanks Andy! Happy weekend my friend! (now go practice) :)
@cheknfaks
3 жыл бұрын
Great video Dr. Wally. As always, you look extremely well presentable. I am always amazed with the sounds, with your talent and the excellent advice you give really helps out a tremendous amount and with much love and respect, I can not thank you enough for a wonderful job you do with every video and greatly appreciate you for all your hard work and generosity and may God continue to bless you throughout the year! I was blown away how well you made that sax sound like a bugle horn sound so clean and so smooth and I like the hilarious comment mentioned afterwards.. hahaha lmbo.. I did not think that was even a possibility to play that on a sax and now that I am completely astounded, dumbfounded and amazed and its also back to square one for me once again just when I thought i had this instrument of mine, down-pat, under control and succeeding in the 'Accomplishment in-a-short-period-of-time award', I feel the need... To start from from scratch and back to sq.1.. So recently, I did some homework & plenty of practicing and I managed to accomplish just 1 overtone on my cheap $80 Bundy piece of brass can. .. I can achieve the higher octave tone, it sounded more like a screech, concentrated, coming from a creature dying by steamroller at first, which now has has improved, thank God But I think I might have caused increased aging on the left side of my face by 4.5 years when I look in the mirror, my sunglasses don't seat level anymore either. So pretty much the fundamental note and its higher octave is all I can play. Could it possibly be my mouthpiece , neck, the saxophone's limitation, the reed I'm using? Not sure, or just me and I'm having major trouble finding those sweet spots, seems too difficult to fine tune my embrasure any more than I can.. I am hoping I can achieve these other tones w/o having to require lip surgery or a little botox shots in the cheeks first to help it. lol. This seems much harder of a task than expected ...worst than trying learn to play the beatstick for the first time, I betcha.. Soo Idk, I'll have to get back to ya on this one after practicing some more or I just might need some more advice Doc... Also I'm wondering, just how many overtones are there? (excluding fundamental of course) ..Umm...... 4? ..I think I heard like 7 there..wth?
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
In theory, infinite overtones!!
@chimneydriptray2439
2 ай бұрын
So funny , and so Talented. Lol
@saxfish
2 жыл бұрын
< So amazing the vowel yoga !¡! I was focusing more on my larynxThroat. Are there more vowels? These 5 sound wonderfull¡>
@frankzona9867
3 жыл бұрын
Wonderful video on Overtones. It's a topic which is difficult to teach and get students to understand the concept and the need to practice this.
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Frank, and agreed! How do you approach it? I'm always debating the best time when/how to introduce it!
@frankzona9867
3 жыл бұрын
@@drwallysax I debate when to introduce it as well. Even for my more experienced students, when I cover it they look at me funny. It's a hard sell for a student to grasp the benefits. But then, I was there myself once. I try to tie it into my studio mantra: "TONE IS EVERYTHING!" All my students get brainwashed with that from day 1.
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
@@frankzona9867 That is an EXCELLENT mantra!
@jasonthatcher3611
3 жыл бұрын
You should cover Subtones soon! I would like to hear your thoughts on them
@brianpite0893
3 жыл бұрын
Doing it without meaning to. Yeah that's me. Another great lesson Dr. WALLY
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
That's all of us at some point, Brian. Happy practicing my friend (and have a great weekend!)
@vannigio6234
Жыл бұрын
uah! Grandissimo! Bravissimo! I love Ollie so much! Uah i want to marry him! uah Ollie my love! Bellissimo video! Long live Ollie & ciao from ancient Italia... 😋🤪😋🤪🐻🐻🐻👍
@sitarnut
2 жыл бұрын
"Torture Stick" I'm going to have to order in an Oxygen Tent to survive the laughing fits created by your barbed wit and humor.....
@drwallysax
2 жыл бұрын
Ha! Well my wife says I suck all the oxygen out of the room, maybe the tent wil help :)
@pas0003
3 жыл бұрын
Another great video! Enjoy your coffee! :D
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Gross, most kind my friend. Enjoy the rest of the weekend and......go practice!!!
@msftwong
3 жыл бұрын
Lol the torture stick 😅
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
When I play the clarinet...it is accurate.
@vincenzodigioiasax
3 жыл бұрын
Hello Dr. Wally, thanks for this great video. I'd like to ask you if you could make a video about subtone, explaining the correct way to do it (focusing on embochure, air path ecc...) and maybe some exercise to practice and improve it. Thanks in advance, have a good day.
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
Hi Vincenzo, I could probably swing that - lemme see what I can come up with! Happy practicing!
@vincenzodigioiasax
3 жыл бұрын
@@drwallysax Thank you Dr. Wally, it would be great if you could make it.
@prasanthgv2284
3 жыл бұрын
Sir, My sax plays a full note lower. If I play C note, it will sound like Bb. All notes heared one note lower. What can I do ..please..
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
Hi Prasanth! Are you playing tenor and trying to match pitches with the piano?
@Dave-Rough-Diamond-Dunn
3 жыл бұрын
If it's a tenor or soprano, it's supposed to be that way.
@hansmathiasthjomoe4817
3 жыл бұрын
You can try tuning your instrument.
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
@@Dave-Rough-Diamond-Dunn That's what I was wondering
@hansmathiasthjomoe4817
3 жыл бұрын
Or you might be reminded that a C on your saxophone is a Bb on the piano. Why it’s so, I have never understood. I’m playing in a small band. All my sheet music is written in concert keys. Nobody of my fellow musicians care about “what it is for me”.
@therealappl3
3 жыл бұрын
Nice
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@jacobwarren6973
3 жыл бұрын
Incredible
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
D'awwwwww. Thanks Jacob.
@kaibau1839
3 жыл бұрын
Great video, well explained! I am doing these overtone matching exercise for quite a while now & and it really boosted my tone quality. However, I am still struggling to get the 4th overtone (e.g. high D on low Bb). Any recommendations.
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
Hey Kai! (cool name, by the way). Going higher than Bb3 *may* take a bit more embouchure pressure. Also, if I'm using a thinner reed, it's more difficult. Can you overshoot it and slur down? Or are you having trouble going any higher?
@kaibau1839
3 жыл бұрын
Hi Wally, thx for your quick reply. It‘s really the 4th and the 5th, the higher partials (like the Bb 3 octaves above the low Bb) are coming out again and from there I can even go higher to C and D etc. This holds true also for B, C, and C#! But I will try with a slightly harder reed and will let you know if it works. Thx Kai
@mrparanran5094
3 жыл бұрын
how can I get the work book PDF
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
It's in the free course, linked in the description.
@jonathanromero333
3 жыл бұрын
I can't get to the second octave, but I can get higher or lower but never to the second octave :c Any advice? Thanks for the video!
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
Overshoot it (go higher) - then slur down. Then, hooooooold it and pause. Then restart on that overtone.
@jonathanromero333
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks doctor!
@cmelodysax
3 жыл бұрын
What a Muppet - and I don't mean the blue fuzzy thing... ;-) Seriously Wally, keep up the good work !!
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
Heeeeyyyyy now! Are you British, Alan? Being a big Top Gear fan, that seems to be a James May favorite insult. Happy Tuesday! NOW GO PRACTICE YOU ABSOLUTE MUPPET.
@saxfish
2 жыл бұрын
< I´m triPPing...the "i o u" work best for Me ! They are so sensitive...can´t even touch them ( you know where they´ll send you)!¡ I Owe You. I live in Nicaragua , Central America. It used to be a 3rd. world country. Today it´s about an 8th ! ....but still grows great cofee!¡! IIf you know anyone coming down , or me, someone going up , I´ll send you a couple of pounds!> Hasta La Vista Master Wally>
@drwallysax
2 жыл бұрын
You had me at coffee..
@kiz8409
3 жыл бұрын
Is there a secret to get to the upper overtones? After years of dedicated practicing overtones, I still cannnot get over the high d from Bb. The high f is impossible to get, it is as if hitting a wall.
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
It takes YEEEEARS to develop the embouchure that can hit the higher partials consistently (without biting). Reed strength also plays a part - stronger = easier. Also, make sure you "hear" the pitch before you play it. Play it as a normally fingered note - then try to sure to the overtone while keeping the pitch. Try that - and let me know how it goes!
@kiz8409
2 жыл бұрын
@@drwallysax thanks so much for your reply. I did this already before and triy it still regularly but I'm kind of desperate about this, it is not working for me. When I played the high f regular and the try the overtone, only a high d comes out.
@nick_cnc
3 жыл бұрын
A copy of Keepin' It Saxy would look fantastic on one of your shelves. Just saying...
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
Saxologic is my hero - I can't straight up copy him! Or can I?.....
@nick_cnc
3 жыл бұрын
@@drwallysax It's spreading all over - Dave Pollack has a copy, Adam Neely has a copy, and... uhh... well those are the only others I can think of right now.
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
@@nick_cnc Huh. I think I'd rather spend the money on a Timex? Or coffee!
@guardezio
3 жыл бұрын
ALL HAIL OLLIE! That aside, time to give Overtones another shot! I mean, what could possibly go wrong? It's not like they will accidentally summon Cthulhu again or anything... I hope....
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
You "might" get some Cthulhus..... But, like, small price to pay for better tone.
@LeoNovel
3 жыл бұрын
Ubertones!!!! 😁
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
More than just an overtone.
@yairflax3053
3 жыл бұрын
How long does it take to control all of them? I've been practicing overtones for a year and I can only get to the fourth one.It is very difficult!
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
It can take YEEEEAAARS. BUT, getting to the 4th is GREAT! Given how many years I've been playing - I can take them into the stratosphere, BUT I DONT! I find the greatest value in the normal 2.5 octave range of the instrument! Altissimo fingerings work great without killing your embouchure if you want to go higher! Great question!
@yairflax3053
3 жыл бұрын
@@drwallysax good to know! Love your KZitem Channel!
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
@@yairflax3053 Thanks Yair, happy practicing my friend!
@chisaomusician7752
3 жыл бұрын
Cool, but can you do it without sounding like Jazz?
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
yes. yes I can.
@chisaomusician7752
3 жыл бұрын
@@drwallysax Thanks, figured you could, just hard to find it on youtube.
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
@@chisaomusician7752 My earlier overtone videos, I THINK I'm using a classical mouthpiece?
@chisaomusician7752
3 жыл бұрын
@@drwallysax I complimented and linked to one of your earlier overtone videos and asked want to collab? but KZitem deleted my comment. i guess I could go over there, to comment as well...
@saxlois1
3 жыл бұрын
Ollie!
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
Professor Lois!!!! On KZitem!! Hope you're well!
@marktyler3381
3 жыл бұрын
Could you do Tartini tones please?
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
I honestly have no idea what Tartini tones are?
@marktyler3381
3 жыл бұрын
@@drwallysax Really? Often called difference or interference tones, they are based around the psycho-acoustic effect based on our perception of harmonics. Derek Brown is pretty good at them, and some classic alto and tenor players incorperated them into their playing. Basically, if you sing a fifth up from the note you are playing you can create the illusion of an octave down. Get it right and you can make an alto sound like a baritone.
@marktyler3381
3 жыл бұрын
@@drwallysax Here's Derek's take kzitem.info/news/bejne/mX-Lzn6tbpZ6hIo
@marktyler3381
3 жыл бұрын
@@j.h.2656 Sort of, you're singing a fifth up, which is audible, but mostly you get the effect of playing an octave below the range of the sax.
@vidajaja-cehwb5
3 жыл бұрын
Tarting tones are pretty rad
@MrRmshelly
2 жыл бұрын
Torture stick!🤣🤣
@drwallysax
2 жыл бұрын
You now it's true.
@parkerpolen
3 жыл бұрын
Who else scats along with the intro
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
Parker!! Sing along my friend. Happy weekend!
@bobpremecz5429
3 жыл бұрын
What, no credits for "The Puppet Company Blue Monster Hand Puppet" on Amazon of $29.99? Is it time to invest in The Puppet Company? Will there be lots of 22" "big, bright, hairy and very scary" monsters in saxophonists' homes? Look what started!
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
Yesterday in my house: "No you can't play with the puppet, Daddy is Working!!!!"
@DFW_Atrix
2 жыл бұрын
Torture stick😂
@txsphere
3 жыл бұрын
Am I the only one bothered by the fact the metronome doesn't move in time with the music?
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
It does! It’s on 2 & 4. It’s jazz, ya silly goose, metronome goes on 2 and 4.
@txsphere
3 жыл бұрын
@@drwallysax Ah, I had to look closer. Not used to that ancient technology.
@stephenwhitney2666
3 жыл бұрын
Man literally just what I needed like I just discovered overtones and was wondering what to practice
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
Fantastic! Check out my first video too - eases in with a linear approach!
@chuck4972
3 жыл бұрын
i died at torture stick 😂
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
Many people die at the hands of my clarinet playing. RIP many people's ears. (it's safely in the case now). Happy practicing, Charlie!
@chuck4972
3 жыл бұрын
@@drwallysax Oh yeah one thing, how do you get the really high overtones. I'm good until the second octave of low b flat
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
@@chuck4972 Higher tongue position (very individual) can be a good starting place. If I'm honest - a slightly firmer embouchure and stiffer reed is VERY helpful as well! Keep me updated, Charlie!
@thedahunsidavid
3 жыл бұрын
Appreciate the work, effort and humor that goes into your videos, Dr. Wallace.
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Dahunsi! I really appreciate you watching and being a part of the academy!
@danielbeckman6492
3 жыл бұрын
Ollie is a Star. Ollie NEEDS his own channel. His channel would SLAP!
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
Ollie says: "hhhrrroooonnnnnkkkk." That's overtone monster for "thanks."
@robstevens9590
3 жыл бұрын
I usually can only get 1st octave, fifth and 2nd octave overtones, but with certain reeds I can get 1 or 2 above that.
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
Going higher can be rather reed picky, to be sure!
@Saxamaphonegirl
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the vowel sound reminder. I make a better, more rounded sound when I practice overtones regularly and I haven't touch on them for ages, so thanks for the prod! Loved the appearance of Ollie, he is looking mighty fine.
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Kerry - and thanks for the coffee :)
@Saxamaphonegirl
3 жыл бұрын
@@drwallysax My pleasure!
@danielbeckman6492
3 жыл бұрын
I'm going to say what everyone is thinking.....if you ditched that metal tube and went Full Time with your Ollie puppet comedy act you would be way more wealthier and famous. That puppetry act is your Goldmine! You can still play sax on the side as a cute hobbie. Ollie is your money maker!!!
@brianduncan5064
3 жыл бұрын
My wife is great at bugle calls...and she doesn't have an instrument. Ollie taught her all she knows. Live long and practice.
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
Wait...waaaaaiiiiiiit. Whaaaaa?
@bharatbhavsar3159
3 жыл бұрын
hi sir your big fan and i always follow you
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Bharat! I really appreciate it!
@jardov1234
3 жыл бұрын
Great course and very helpful lesson on overtones - however - I'm really struggling keeping certain notes in tune, (it gets worse when I go into overtone mode). I use a tuner app and seem to be continually adjusting my embouchure to stay in tune (it's worse for certain notes eg middle D). I'm 6 months into playing so maybe this is normal, but right now I cannot see how I can stay in tune with a consistent embouchure - and without a tuner I'm all over the place (eg +/- 20 cents)
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
Be patient, 6 months in and it's not uncommon! Don't become overly focused on the visual tuner, use your ears and be patient!
@xrgiok
6 күн бұрын
8:30 Sounds very similar to Neil’s Young song Captain Kennedy!
@Dave-Rough-Diamond-Dunn
3 жыл бұрын
8.23, Australians suddenly jump up and go for ice-cream!
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
Wait, you have an ice cream store called melodic study #3? I don't get Australia. Giant bugs and weird ice cream shop names.....
@Dave-Rough-Diamond-Dunn
3 жыл бұрын
@@drwallysax The ice-cream trucks play Greensleeves, I thought that was the tune.
@wids
3 жыл бұрын
Brb gonna go learn that Bugle call
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
Wiiiidssss!!!! Learn it! happy weekend man!
@r.g.saxone
3 жыл бұрын
So interesting, but as Spanish speaker I feel a bit confuse. Evidently the way how we use our vowels is different. I’m any case, thx professor Wally.
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
Hola, Saxterix! I speak southern American, I assure you, our vowels are strrraaaaannnge! Thanks for watching, and hope you have a great weekend my friend!
@williammatneyii6842
Жыл бұрын
I would love to devote all of my time to music but over the past half of a century I already haven't. I do have a love for music that does surpass all other aspects of life and study for It is a release and outlet that calms my nerves from all else that I have had to do that surpasses the worth of music. That is the worth of music for it is a accessory that exalts all that mankind endeavors as expressions relate to significance of accomplishments as fervor .
@memberken
3 жыл бұрын
Bowie once told me that he was coming to the pub with me and Simon, but he changed his mind at the last moment......... perhaps he was skint
@janrahtkens
Жыл бұрын
Torture stick =D
@paulaewa
3 жыл бұрын
Dr Wally and Ollie making practice fun every day since 2021 😄 Thanks for great tips Dr Wally, you're the best (and you know it!)
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Paula. I'm not the best, but maybe the top 50 saxophone you tubers who use puppets while wearing suits? Maybe top 75? Hope you have a great weekend! Is it warm in Poland? It's lovely here!
@paulaewa
3 жыл бұрын
@@drwallysax Don't be so modest, when it comes to suits and puppets, you're definetly number 1. Actually it's cold and rainy and doesn't feel like spring at all. We only had a couple of warm days but it was only a teaser. Have a great weekend too, Dr Wally! :)
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
@@paulaewa Hope it warms up! Your friend and #1 suit wearing puppeteering saxophonist, Wally.
@paulaewa
3 жыл бұрын
@@drwallysax Awww, thank you! 🤗
@elliottmills4652
3 жыл бұрын
Good stuff as usual Doc. Love Ollie!🤣 Excitedly awaiting the arrival of my 56!
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Elliot! You're gonna love the mouthpiece. Ollie sounds fantastic on it!
@adrianpaulwynne
5 ай бұрын
"torture stick" haha
@joewalsh4191
3 жыл бұрын
My 56 mouthpiece should arrive in just a few days! Great video Dr. Wally
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Joe - you're gonna love the 56! I've already spent a gazillion hours on mine!
@mrchristian0457
2 жыл бұрын
Wow. This is so eye-opening. This is the best overtone video I’ve watched, and I really appreciate this video! Such interesting explanation that makes sense and provides a useful method for progression.
@drwallysax
2 жыл бұрын
Wow, that's VERY kind, thanks! hope you have a wonderful week and happy practicing!
@rinkashimeperoja5344
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Thank you very very much sir for your teachings.. We all love your videos.. Thank you with all of my heart.
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
That is most kind, thank you my friend!
@gravedaisy
Жыл бұрын
I love Ollie
@TheThrillerJunkie
5 ай бұрын
This video actually helped me learn how to play altissimo. Thanks so much!
@willreynolds7630
3 жыл бұрын
Hey Mr wallace can we maybe have a setup so it gets you a coffee once a month on renewal?
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
First - that's incredibly kind, thanks for your support! I have no idea if that's a thing? I'll check - and seriously, thank you. Have a great weekend!
@toomuchtoofast4533
2 жыл бұрын
Haha I love the humor.. great channel … just starting overtones. Not easy but
@drwallysax
2 жыл бұрын
Keep at it, just a lil' bit each day.
@aaronkarlin3241
3 жыл бұрын
Simply amazing! We are so lucky to have this material!
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you're part of the Academy, Aaron - I'm lucky. Thanks my friend.
@aaronkarlin3241
3 жыл бұрын
@@drwallysax It's a privledge to be here:)
@kentkryer3630
3 жыл бұрын
This is an admission - and an interesting discovery. I was doing the overtone exercises with my tenor and I wanted to explore the difference of using two very different mouthpieces. One is a Selmer metal C* (which has a short facing curve, the other is a Berg Larsen metal 90-2-SMS with an almost twice as long facing curve. I will admit that I expected the overtone exercise to be easier with the longer facing curve. But I was wrong. The tongue positions are the same for both mouthpieces. So it is really only tongue positions that matter. However, I found it easier to "cheat" with jaw adjustments with the longer facing. And since I want to learn this technique as quickly as possible, I think I will stick to the Selmer mouthpiece for a time. The Berg Larsen is more powerful but that will have to wait for another chapter of the story.
@pollokilleeer1067
3 жыл бұрын
Yesssssss sirrrrrrrr new vid 🌅🌅
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
Polllooooooooo!!!! Have a great weekend my friend!
@josealarcon1599
2 жыл бұрын
I will need a divorce attorney...!
@drwallysax
2 жыл бұрын
Overtones ruin marriages - but worth it for the tone.
@michaeldean9338
Жыл бұрын
lol ...Right On using the 'Ollie the Overtone Monster' beat in the opening, Dr. Wally :)
@Andy_Miles
3 жыл бұрын
I’m learning the clarinet after years of sax, “torture stick” sounds an apt description 😅🤣
@donl3248
3 жыл бұрын
That’s a variation of what a college Jazz teacher called the clarinet. He called it “the pain stick”. He was a Star Trek Trekkie. The Pain Stick is a Klingon torture devise.
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
When I play it, there's a 35 foot torture radius. No one is spared :)
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
Don that is delightfully nerdy. I love it!
@tracyolivermusic
3 жыл бұрын
I have not had that experience. I started on clarinet in 5th grade and added saxophone in high school.
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
@@tracyolivermusic Most of my heroes started on clarinet! When I play it, people cite the Geneva conventions...
@jeremysmith1120
3 жыл бұрын
Hey Dr. how’s it going?
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
Very well, thanks for asking Jeremy!
@eugenegoltsov9975
2 жыл бұрын
Very interesting and practical! Many thanks!
@andreuromeroelias8341
3 жыл бұрын
I still can't do 'em properly, how can I practice to pull it out? Like, what other exercices can I do?
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
First - don't stress! They're a rather advanced technique and there's tons of legendary players who don't even use them! But - to get another approach to voicing - you can try mouthpiece pitch bending exercises. I don't have a video yet - but lemme see if I can make one!
@andreuromeroelias8341
3 жыл бұрын
@@drwallysax thank's!!! If I struggle with anything more I'll, ask. I'm so glad you could answer me!
@stevematcovich5638
2 жыл бұрын
Two Words: Thank You!
@cheknfaks
3 жыл бұрын
I can't seem to get the Harr. It's sounding like the Huu or hee..idk
@cheknfaks
3 жыл бұрын
Ill just keep practicing, a little frustration but I'm determined. It might be my cheap sax and wrong reed and lack of i still have no clue what im doing
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
These are advanced exercises. You might want to take a break and come back to them later! happy practicing!
@eduardopizarro1961
3 жыл бұрын
Great video as always Wally!... 4th partial and above are a nightmare... you make it look so easy... yeah I know... "Go practice"... LOL.... My conclusion... If Ollie can, it can't be THAT hard... and finally we can buy you a coffee!!!
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the support my friend! Don't tell anyone, but Ollie uses performance enhancing supplements to hit the 4th overtone. shhhhhhh.
@ManoAfinador-RJ
3 жыл бұрын
amazing! thank you for lesson.
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
Most welcome, Mano!
@danielmarshall1753
3 жыл бұрын
This just made me realize that I don't use the octave key at all apart from high d upward, I use overtones! Is that weird? Also thank you for introducing me to the Goldberg Variations by Glen Gould. It has become a very soothing yet focusing daily meditation for me. Much appreciated. I'm going to go and buy you a coffee.
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
You should definitely use the octave key, Daniel! And thanks for the coffee my friend, your support means a lot to me.
@thomascoleman6340
3 жыл бұрын
My tone has improve as you've promise! How much? Wait on it! 25% and counting! Much easier flow of air stream! Waiting on my 56 in black but if it's the real deal I'm definitely getting a white as well! Appreciate your teaching methodology! Like you always say.....off to practice! Thanks
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
This makes my heart very happy, Thomas, thank you for letting me know! Keep up the great work - and you're gonna love the 56 (just played mine this morning)!
@jeanlucoberle5055
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Dr Wally. I have received my 56 two weeks ago! You were right it is just amazing ! I am looking forward to apply overtones on melodic study. Thanks again for your advices, energy and french wording! Et voilà merci !
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
THIS MAKES ME SO HAPPY!!! Keep me updated and share a clip on instagram if you can - I'd love to hear it!
@curtiswilliams5827
3 жыл бұрын
Great video! The only question I have is should I strive to keep each partial 100% in tune with the fundamental? The first overtone comes out quite sharp and when I try to bring it down the note simply falls back to the fundamental. Thanks for your help!
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
Hey Curtis, fantastic question! I DO NOT try to tune the overtones. I use them to find power and resonance in the voicing. When I play the normally fingered note, the intonation is quite different, but the focus remains. Some people focus on brining them in tune, that misses the point in my opinion. On my Yamaha, they're crazy out of tune - brining them in tune creates more change in the oral cavity than is useful. And that exaggerated motion is much larger than I use in normal playing! Great question!
@alesort6744
3 жыл бұрын
Hi Dr! Improving I all the time with the new videos you upload. Thanks! The question: how frequently should we practice overtones in a regular practice week?
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
4-5 minutes a day will make Ollie happy. happy practicing!
@EnlightenedRogue24
3 жыл бұрын
What I want to know is where do you get your snappy suits? 🤔
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
Space suit or teaching suit?
@EnlightenedRogue24
3 жыл бұрын
Teaching! Digging your suit & tie choices. Really, what kind of suits are you rockin'? 🤔
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
@@EnlightenedRogue24 Oh man, that's very kind! VERY cheap stuff - with tie's and pocket squares my wife got me with a Sprezza box subscription. Seriously, thanks, made my day!
@kurt.schwab
3 жыл бұрын
Once again, thanks for sharing your knowledge! I consider myself a somewhat advanced player, yet I learn new things every time from your vids. Will you or Ollie go into multiphonics later in the course? I think I may need something to keep the admirers (f/m) at bay if my sound keeps improving as it does lately (thanks to you). Also there's some new neighbors that I didn't meet yet 😉😀🤪
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
Ollie is an OVERTONE monster, Kurt. Not multiphonic. That would be ridiculous.
@attiliofurci6409
3 жыл бұрын
Hello Dr. Wallace and thank you for sharing you knowledge with us.. I am using a Meyer 6 mouthpiece with a 2/12 or 3 reed. Is this ok for playing overtones or a 7 opening would be better? Also I find it very difficult to slur from one overtone to another. Should I tongue each one? Happy Easter!!
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
Hey Attilio! No need to change equipment, but do try a light "kuuu" syllable. More of a breath accent than tongue. Try it and keep me updated! Happy Easter to you as well!
@hansmathiasthjomoe4817
3 жыл бұрын
Isn’t overtone the same as timbre? Won’t you always have timbre never mind how you play? And what is meant by “improving” your tone? Two of my favorite saxophone players, Stan Getz and Paul Desmond sound great to me. Have they been working with overtones?
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
Timbre is defined by the strength of various overtones within the tone - bore shape and dimension of wind instruments create different overtone spectrums. It's like varying the amount of spices in a dish - alter the strength of one, you alter the dish. As for Getz and Desmond? No idea. But many great players do. It's just a tool, one of many, to help understanding shaping the airstream.
@hrnetbiz
3 жыл бұрын
I’m disappointed to hear that clarinet doesn’t have overtones. I learnt tenor sax for a couple of years 20 years ago but picked up a clarinet for $50 at the markets 6 months ago. I’m teaching myself how to play it and really want to have it sound as expressive and complex as a saxophone - it sounds like that is just not going to be possible - oh well, will have to rely on bends and scoops I guess. (But will keep trying to develop as expressively as I can on the clarinet - and I agree that it’s a torture stick, I’ve tried many instruments before and none of them were a tortuous and difficult as the clarinet)
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
Clarinets do have overtones! They're just different. And torturous.
@stewartwforbes
3 жыл бұрын
Dr Wally. I love your classes. Your the only dude who also bothers to dress properly for a public forum. Everything is always relevant to a specific topic.
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Stewart, I really appreciate that my friend. Hope you have a great weekend!
@koaqii4406
3 жыл бұрын
What’s a good mouthpiece I should buy for my alto sax? Im lead alto and im looking for a mouthpiece that will give me the jazzy/projecting sound that I hear most lead altos play.
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
I'm biased - but I'd obviously recommend the mouthpiece I designed with Windy City Woodwinds: The 56! www.windycitywoodwinds.com/product-page/wcw-alto-saxophone-mouthpiece
@charliefink1381
3 жыл бұрын
Hi, dumb question: should I start the course with January and just be a few months off since it's already April or should I pick up the course at April? In other words, does the course build each month or is it cyclical?
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
Start wherever you please! It's not progressive (other than going through the circle of fifths) - just relates to that months KZitem exercises. Jump in and have fun - and hit me up with questions!
@bvbasketball1817
3 жыл бұрын
I kind of look like Ollie when I’m practicing my overtones. Especially in the eyes.
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
Super cute and fuzzy? Me too!
@astarothgr
3 жыл бұрын
omg, I'm not even a quarter of the video in, and I'm pissing myself from laughter!
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
happy Monday!
@wcakgilleran
3 жыл бұрын
Are you going to Scarborough Fair? Great lesson! Thank you!
@drwallysax
3 жыл бұрын
Ollie bought some parsley....oh and some sage and rosemary....and something else? No TYHME to think of it. Happy practicing, and thanks!
@sakuntalarichardson5231
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for all the knowledge you share. 👍🏾. I play by ear so it becomes fun for me to have many notes coming out of one note. But now I will try to get the same one out. 😊💚🎶🎷
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