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*Equipment needed:
Swab for cleaning out instrument, daily (usually comes with your instrument).
*3 unbroken reeds in your case at all times. *See below.
Neck strap. A padded neck strap is highly recommended.
*About reeds
Reeds are necessary to play your sax. Reeds are made from cane and are very thin. Because they are so thin, they can easily break. It is important to take very good care of your reed by keeping it in its storage case when not in use. Never leave the reed on the mouthpiece when putting the sax away (think germs).
Reeds can be purchased individually, in packs of three, or boxes of 10. I recommend purchasing a box of 10, so you always have plenty of reeds. Reeds also come in different strengths. I recommend a strength of 2 or 2-1/2 for young players. As you get better (middle school and high school), you can increase the strength of the reed. You can purchase reeds at local music stores or online here.
Videos
How to open the case and learn the parts
Assemble mouthpiece, reed, and neck
How to put the instrument together
