On a December night at UBS Arena, a pregame moment stopped the crowd. Before the New York Islanders faced the New York Rangers, a 104-year-old World War II veteran stepped forward with a saxophone and played the national anthem. The response was immediate. Fans rose to their feet. Chants of “USA” filled the arena. The […]
Arthur White Saxophonist
Andorra International Saxophone Competition Returns for 2026
The Andorra International Saxophone Competition will take place March 28 to April 4, 2026, bringing top young performers to Andorra la Vella for one of the most respected global contests for the instrument. The event is part of the broader Andorra Sax Fest, a weeklong celebration featuring performances, workshops, masterclasses, and community programming. A Premier […]
The 45th International Saxophone Symposium Comes to Fairfax in 2026
This January, the U.S. Navy Band will host the 45th International Saxophone Symposium at George Mason in Fairfax, Virginia. Scheduled for January 10–11, 2026, the event promises two days packed with over 150 performances, lectures, and hands-on masterclasses. Admission is free and open to all ages, making it one of the largest gatherings for saxophonists […]
Nationals Pitcher Jose A. Ferrer Picks Up the Saxophone
What happens when a Major League pitcher adds a saxophone to his bullpen routine? For Washington Nationals reliever José A. Ferrer, it’s become a surprising new outlet. According to a recent Washington Post story, Ferrer has been secretly teaching himself saxophone between games. Using YouTube tutorials, he’s learning one note at a time—and winning over […]
From Pianos to Saxophones: A Shift in China’s Instrumental Scene
Saxophone is on the rise in one of the most unexpected places: China’s retirement community. For decades, Yamaha focused on selling acoustic pianos in the Chinese market, fueled by growing demand among young musicians. But as birth rates fall and school priorities change, the piano boom has fizzled. In its place? A surprising uptick in […]