Tenor Saxophone · Major scale · written pitch
C Major scale for Tenor Saxophone
2 octaves from C4, key signature no sharps or flats. On the tenor saxophone this sounds in concert B♭ major.
Scale — ascending & descending
Arpeggio
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Fingerings for every note
Notes of the scale
| Degree | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written | C | D | E | F | G | A | B | C |
| Concert | B♭ | C | D | E♭ | F | G | A | B♭ |
Practice tips
- Low notes on the saxophone respond best with an open throat and a little more mouthpiece; avoid pinching.
- Practise with a metronome: legato first, then tongued; then in thirds and in rhythms (long–short, short–long).
Frequently asked questions
What are the notes of the C Major scale on tenor saxophone?
C, D, E, F, G, A, B, C.
What is the key signature of C Major?
C major has no sharps or flats.
What concert key is written C Major on the tenor saxophone?
Written C major on the tenor saxophone sounds in concert B♭ major.