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Survival Tips for School Music Parents

Here’s what you need to know if your child is joining band or orchestra for the first time.

Seven Great Songs to Play on the Saxophone This Summer

Here’s our curated selection for soprano, alto and tenor saxophones.

Eight Awesome Trombone Solos

Stretching the limits of this uniquely versatile instrument.

How Yamaha SILENT Brass™ Works

How to practice without disturbing the neighbors.

Trumpet vs. Trombone

What are the differences between the two?

Top Tips for Playing in Your First Band

Here’s what you need to know when joining your first band, orchestra or musical group.

The Brass Family, Explained

An overview of brass instruments and how they work.

The Woodwind Family, Explained

An overview of woodwind instruments and how they work.

A Conversation With Bobby Shew and Wayne Bergeron

Two musical icons share their affinity for the newest Yamaha custom flugelhorns.

The Pianica: A Great Way To Start a Musical Journey

Because making music should be easy and fun.

New Yamaha Brass and Woodwind Instruments for 2022

Precision craftsmanship assures superior tone, playability and durability.

Bob Malone: A Look Back on a Storied Career Designing Yamaha Trumpets

The Director of Yamaha Winds Atelier and Artist Relations prepares for a new chapter.

Here’s What to Look for When Buying a Clarinet Mouthpiece

It’s a major factor when it comes to your instrument’s overall performance.

What’s the Difference Between Baritone Horn and Euphonium?

When it comes to these two low-register brass instruments, it’s down to the details.

What are the Different Kinds of Tubas?

Here’s what makes each one special.

What’s the Difference Between Alto, Tenor and Bass Trombones?

This is what makes each instrument special.

What’s the Difference Between Soprano, Alto, Tenor and Baritone Saxophones?

They’re similar … but also very distinct.

What’s the Difference Between a Flute and a Piccolo?

There’s more to these two instruments than meets the eye.

Tower of Power Celebrates Their 50th Anniversary

Half a century and still going strong.

What’s the Difference Between a Trumpet and a Cornet?

They’re not the same … and perhaps not even as similar as you may think.

The Bass Recorder Takes Center Stage

This unique instrument has become an integral part of an iconic soundtrack.

Step Up to a Better Wind Instrument

Five reasons your child needs a more advanced instrument.

Expanding the Onboard Capabilities of the YDS-150

A guide to Bluetooth^® pairing and using the YDS Controller app.

What’s the Difference Between an Acoustic Saxophone and the YDS-150 Digital Saxophone?

There are lots of similarities, but they are far from the same.

Beginner’s Guide to the Saxophone

The basics of playing sax.

A Strong Foundation, A Lifetime of Good Habits

The lessons you learn as a child shape who you become as a musician.

Music Equals Hope

An inspiring message from an inspired artist.

Introducing the YBS-62II Professional E♭ Baritone Saxophone

A second-generation instrument that builds on an impressive legacy.

Introducing the YBS-82 Custom E♭ Baritone Saxophone

Fine-tune your sound with high-quality handcrafted options.

How to Lubricate Trombone Slides

Keep those slides lightning fast.

How to Oil Brass Instrument Valves

It’s easy to prevent stuck valves.

Introducing the YBS-480 Intermediate Baritone Saxophone

Raise the bar in your school’s band programs.

Winter Weather Care for Woodwind and String Instruments

Here’s what to do when the temperatures plummet.

A Guide To Adjusting Saxophone Neck Screws

How tight is too tight?

Introducing the Alto Venova™

A new casual wind instrument with a larger body and a mellower tone.

How to Clean Clarinet and Oboe Tone Holes

The solution is simpler than you might think.

Clarinet Replacement Barrels and Tuning

Don’t just grab any random barrel for your clarinet!

Brass/Woodwind Instrument Finishes and Their Effect on Tone Quality

What’s the sonic difference between instruments with different finishes?

Yamaha Saxophone Neck Compatibility

The differences between new design and original design.

Correct Reed Placement and Ligature Positioning

Get the best sound from your clarinet or saxophone.

Meet the French Horn

Here’s an introduction to one of the most expressive brass instruments.

How to Clock Your Mouthpiece

Here’s an easy way to improve your brass performance and consistency.

My Clarinet Won’t Play. Now What?

Here’s how to determine and fix the problem.

“I’m a HERO” Program and the Venova

Bringing the power of music to the children of Colombia.

The Importance of Trumpet Valve Alignment

It can make the difference between a good instrument and a great one.

Tuba Factoids

It produces the lowest pitches of all brass instruments … and there’s a reason why.

Swabbing Brass Instruments

This simple preventative measure allows your instrument to respond, play and sound better.

How to Keep Brass Instruments Clean … Inside and Out

Some simple tips to help avoid that panic trip to the repair shop.

The Recorder: It’s an Instrument, Not a Toy

This serious instrument has a rich history that goes back to ancient times.

Open Your Mouth … Even If You’re Not Playing a Wind Instrument

It’s a great way to improve your performance.

Bassoon Basics

The birth of the bassoon … and a few factoids you may not know.

Why Does the Oboe Lead the Orchestra in Tuning?

Opposites attract.

Six Things You Never Knew About Trombone

Fascinating factoids about a fascinating instrument.

Eco-Friendly Plastics from Plants

Helping the environment with Yamaha Ecodear® recorders.

Yamaha Clarinet Bore Taper Explained

These are the differences between the CS series clarinet and the SE series clarinet.

Genealogy of the Flute Family

There’s a long and fascinating history behind this woodwind.

Venova: How Can a Plastic Tube Sound Like a Saxophone?

There’s a lot more going on inside than you may realize.

Five Saxophone Facts You May Not Know

Born from the mind of just one inventor, it plays a major role in two different musical genres.

Guide to Brass Mouthpieces, Part 4: Weights and Finishes

Are they just cosmetic, or do they change the sound too?

Kenneth Tse: Master of the Saxophone

Hard work generates results.

Introducing Venova

What’s a “casual wind instrument,” anyway?

Five Things You Never Knew About the Clarinet

It’s one of the newer instruments … yet one of the most influential.

Trumpet Trivia

Here are some factoids about the trumpet you probably never knew.

The Mouthpiece Gap

Filling in the “gap” about an often misunderstood subject.

Guide to Brass Mouthpieces, Part 3: Throats and Backbores

Hidden inside but critical to the sound.

Recorders: Baroque vs. German

Why are there two fingering systems, and what’s the difference?

Why Use Synthetic Valve Oil on Your Brass Instruments?

Cure your sticky valves with an upgrade to synthetic oil.

Guide to Brass Mouthpieces, Part 2: Cups and Rims

Small details can make a dramatic difference in your playing.

Guide to Brass Mouthpieces, Part 1: Choosing the Right Mouthpiece

Picking one that is right for YOU.