Sax: meaning, definitions and examples

musical instrument

The saxophone, commonly referred to as 'sax', is a brass instrument that is a member of the woodwind family. It is made of brass and is played with a single-reed mouthpiece, similar to that of the clarinet. Developed in the early 1840s by Adolphe Sax, the saxophone is widely used in various music genres, including jazz, classical, and military bands. It comes in several sizes, including soprano, alto, tenor, and baritone, each offering a unique sound and tonal quality.

reed instrument, saxophone.

Examples of usage

• He played a beautiful solo on his alto sax.

• The jazz band featured a talented saxophonist.

• She learned to play the tenor sax in high school.

• The sax adds a rich, mellow tone to the music.

• A marching band typically includes saxophones among its woodwinds.