Better Sax Podcast

with Jay Metcalf
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Better Sax Podcast

As the founder of BetterSax.com Jay’s mission is to help developing saxophone players break away from traditional music learning methods and discover a more efficient, practical and fun way to become a Better Sax player. The Better Sax YouTube channel’s videos have been watched by millions and thousands of students have made meaningful progress on their instrument thanks to Better Sax courses.

  1. Is Altissimo Overrated?

    2D AGO

    Is Altissimo Overrated?

    Jay Metcalf asks pro sax players what they think of the altissimo range of the saxophone at the NAMM show 2025 #bettersax #saxophone #selmer 🎁 Access the FREE BetterSax SHED with tons of sax lessons, pdf downloads and backing tracks HERE: https://bettersax.com/shed =========================== ⚡️Featured BetterSax Gear “Designed BY Saxophonists FOR Saxophonists” =========================== 🎷BetterSax Saxophones: ➡︎ https://geni.us/saxophones 🎷BURNIN’ Mouthpieces: ➡︎ https://geni.us/Burnin 🎷Must Have Accessories: http://bettersax.com/store 🔥 Join the Reed Revolution and try the new BetterSax Jazz Cut Reeds HERE ➡ https://geni.us/reed =========================== 🎓Want to Study Saxophone with Jay Metcalf? =========================== 💪🏻Get lifetime access to BetterSax courses that have helped 10s of thousands of saxophonists at every level around the world ➡️ https://bettersax.com/products/ 🔥 Join the BetterSax Studio for personalized video feedback from Jay as well as new lessons and downloads every month ➡️ http://bettersax.com/course/studio =========================== Connect with us! =========================== IG: ➡︎ https://www.instagram.com/bettersax Tik Tok: ➡︎ https://www.tiktok.com/@bettersax Facebook: ➡︎ https://facebook.com/bettersax =========================== Subscribe and Listen to the BetterSax Podcast HERE:📱 =========================== ➡︎Apple: https://apple.co/3rmr9no ➡︎Spotify: https://sptfy.com/OWAr Our mission here at BetterSax is to help saxophone players improve steadily, while enjoying the process of learning. We aim to help people find sax gear for every budget that delivers exceptional value and performance. This video is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something we'll receive a small commission. Disclaimer: Please see the link for our disclaimer policy for all of our videos on the BetterSax YouTube channel. https://bettersax.com/termsDISCLAIMER: This video and description contains affiliate links, which means that if you click on one of the product links and then buy something, I may receive a small commission. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    8 min
  2. What's the Point of Your Sax Technique? - Jeff Coffin

    3D AGO

    What's the Point of Your Sax Technique? - Jeff Coffin

    Jay Metcalf interviews the great saxophonist Jeff Coffin at the Jazz Education Network Conference. #bettersax #saxophone #jeffcoffin @JeffCoffinOfficial 🎁 Access the FREE BetterSax SHED with tons of sax lessons, pdf downloads and backing tracks HERE: https://bettersax.com/shed =========================== ⚡️Featured BetterSax Gear “Designed BY Saxophonists FOR Saxophonists” =========================== 🎷BetterSax Saxophones: ➡︎ https://geni.us/saxophones 🎷BURNIN’ Mouthpieces: ➡︎ https://geni.us/Burnin 🎷Must Have Accessories: http://bettersax.com/store 🔥 Join the Reed Revolution and try the new BetterSax Jazz Cut Reeds HERE ➡ https://geni.us/reed =========================== 🎓Want to Study Saxophone with Jay Metcalf? =========================== 💪🏻Get lifetime access to BetterSax courses that have helped 10s of thousands of saxophonists at every level around the world ➡️ https://bettersax.com/products/ 🔥 Join the BetterSax Studio for personalized video feedback from Jay as well as new lessons and downloads every month ➡️ http://bettersax.com/course/studio =========================== Connect with us! =========================== IG: ➡︎ https://www.instagram.com/bettersax Tik Tok: ➡︎ https://www.tiktok.com/@bettersax Facebook: ➡︎ https://facebook.com/bettersax =========================== Subscribe and Listen to the BetterSax Podcast HERE:📱 =========================== ➡︎Apple: https://apple.co/3rmr9no ➡︎Spotify: https://sptfy.com/OWAr Our mission here at BetterSax is to help saxophone players improve steadily, while enjoying the process of learning. We aim to help people find sax gear for every budget that delivers exceptional value and performance. This video is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something we'll receive a small commission. Disclaimer: Please see the link for our disclaimer policy for all of our videos on the BetterSax YouTube channel. https://bettersax.com/termsDISCLAIMER: This video and description contains affiliate links, which means that if you click on one of the product links and then buy something, I may receive a small commission. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    52 min

  3. FEB 16

    I Asked Pro Sax Players if the Selmer Mark VI is Overrated

    Jay Metcalf asks pro sax players what they think of vintage Selmer saxophones at the NAMM show 2025 #bettersax #saxophone #selmer 🎁 Access the FREE BetterSax SHED with tons of sax lessons, pdf downloads and backing tracks HERE: https://bettersax.com/shed =========================== ⚡️Featured BetterSax Gear “Designed BY Saxophonists FOR Saxophonists” =========================== 🎷BetterSax Saxophones: ➡︎ https://geni.us/saxophones 🎷BURNIN’ Mouthpieces: ➡︎ https://geni.us/Burnin 🎷Must Have Accessories: http://bettersax.com/store 🔥 Join the Reed Revolution and try the new BetterSax Jazz Cut Reeds HERE ➡ https://geni.us/reed =========================== 🎓Want to Study Saxophone with Jay Metcalf? =========================== 💪🏻Get lifetime access to BetterSax courses that have helped 10s of thousands of saxophonists at every level around the world ➡️ https://bettersax.com/products/ 🔥 Join the BetterSax Studio for personalized video feedback from Jay as well as new lessons and downloads every month ➡️ http://bettersax.com/course/studio =========================== Connect with us! =========================== IG: ➡︎ https://www.instagram.com/bettersax Tik Tok: ➡︎ https://www.tiktok.com/@bettersax Facebook: ➡︎ https://facebook.com/bettersax =========================== Subscribe and Listen to the BetterSax Podcast HERE:📱 =========================== ➡︎Apple: https://apple.co/3rmr9no ➡︎Spotify: https://sptfy.com/OWAr Our mission here at BetterSax is to help saxophone players improve steadily, while enjoying the process of learning. We aim to help people find sax gear for every budget that delivers exceptional value and performance. This video is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something we'll receive a small commission. Disclaimer: Please see the link for our disclaimer policy for all of our videos on the BetterSax YouTube channel. https://bettersax.com/termsDISCLAIMER: This video and description contains affiliate links, which means that if you click on one of the product links and then buy something, I may receive a small commission. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    10 min
  4. Beyond Technique: Kirk Whalum on Playing from the Heart

    FEB 14

    Beyond Technique: Kirk Whalum on Playing from the Heart

    Jay Metcalf interviews the great saxophonist Kirk Whalum at the Jazz Education Network Conference. #bettersax #saxophone #kirkwhalum 🎁 Access the FREE BetterSax SHED with tons of sax lessons, pdf downloads and backing tracks HERE: https://bettersax.com/shed =========================== ⚡️Featured BetterSax Gear “Designed BY Saxophonists FOR Saxophonists” =========================== 🎷BetterSax Saxophones: ➡︎ https://geni.us/saxophones 🎷BURNIN’ Mouthpieces: ➡︎ https://geni.us/Burnin 🎷Must Have Accessories: http://bettersax.com/store 🔥 Join the Reed Revolution and try the new BetterSax Jazz Cut Reeds HERE ➡ https://geni.us/reed =========================== 🎓Want to Study Saxophone with Jay Metcalf? =========================== 💪🏻Get lifetime access to BetterSax courses that have helped 10s of thousands of saxophonists at every level around the world ➡️ https://bettersax.com/products/ 🔥 Join the BetterSax Studio for personalized video feedback from Jay as well as new lessons and downloads every month ➡️ http://bettersax.com/course/studio =========================== Connect with us! =========================== IG: ➡︎ https://www.instagram.com/bettersax Tik Tok: ➡︎ https://www.tiktok.com/@bettersax Facebook: ➡︎ https://facebook.com/bettersax =========================== Subscribe and Listen to the BetterSax Podcast HERE:📱 =========================== ➡︎Apple: https://apple.co/3rmr9no ➡︎Spotify: https://sptfy.com/OWAr Our mission here at BetterSax is to help saxophone players improve steadily, while enjoying the process of learning. We aim to help people find sax gear for every budget that delivers exceptional value and performance. This video is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something we'll receive a small commission. Disclaimer: Please see the link for our disclaimer policy for all of our videos on the BetterSax YouTube channel. https://bettersax.com/termsDISCLAIMER: This video and description contains affiliate links, which means that if you click on one of the product links and then buy something, I may receive a small commission. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    35 min
  5. How to Become a Better Sax Player in 2025

    FEB 12

    How to Become a Better Sax Player in 2025

    Jay Metcalf lists 35 ways to get better as a saxophone player starting today. #bettersax #saxophone 🎁 Access the FREE BetterSax SHED with tons of sax lessons, pdf downloads and backing tracks HERE: https://bettersax.com/shed =========================== ⚡️Featured BetterSax Gear “Designed BY Saxophonists FOR Saxophonists” =========================== 🎷BetterSax Saxophones: ➡︎ https://geni.us/saxophones 🎷BURNIN’ Mouthpieces: ➡︎ https://geni.us/Burnin 🎷Must Have Accessories: http://bettersax.com/store 🔥 Join the Reed Revolution and try the new BetterSax Jazz Cut Reeds HERE ➡ https://geni.us/reed =========================== 🎓Want to Study Saxophone with Jay Metcalf? =========================== 💪🏻Get lifetime access to BetterSax courses that have helped 10s of thousands of saxophonists at every level around the world ➡️ https://bettersax.com/products/ 🔥 Join the BetterSax Studio for personalized video feedback from Jay as well as new lessons and downloads every month ➡️ http://bettersax.com/course/studio =========================== Connect with us! =========================== IG: ➡︎ / bettersax Tik Tok: ➡︎ / bettersax Facebook: ➡︎ / bettersax =========================== Subscribe and Listen to the BetterSax Podcast HERE:📱 =========================== ➡︎Apple: https://apple.co/3rmr9no ➡︎Spotify: https://sptfy.com/OWAr Our mission here at BetterSax is to help saxophone players improve steadily, while enjoying the process of learning. We aim to help people find sax gear for every budget that delivers exceptional value and performance. This video is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something we'll receive a small commission. Disclaimer: Please see the link for our disclaimer policy for all of our videos on the BetterSax YouTube channel. https://bettersax.com/termsDISCLAIMER: This video and description contains affiliate links, which means that if you click on one of the product links and then buy something, I may receive a small commission. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    13 min
  6. If You Want to Become a Great Sax Player… Do This

    FEB 5

    If You Want to Become a Great Sax Player… Do This

    Jay Metcalf explains the 6 micro skills all great saxophone players have mastered. #bettersax #saxophone #jazzimprovisation 🎁 Access the FREE BetterSax SHED with tons of sax lessons, pdf downloads and backing tracks HERE: https://bettersax.com/shed =========================== ⚡️Featured BetterSax Gear “Designed BY Saxophonists FOR Saxophonists” =========================== 🎷BetterSax Saxophones: ➡︎ https://geni.us/saxophones 🎷BURNIN’ Mouthpieces: ➡︎ https://geni.us/Burnin 🎷Must Have Accessories: http://bettersax.com/store 🔥 Join the Reed Revolution and try the new BetterSax Jazz Cut Reeds HERE ➡ https://geni.us/reed =========================== 🎓Want to Study Saxophone with Jay Metcalf? =========================== 💪🏻Get lifetime access to BetterSax courses that have helped 10s of thousands of saxophonists at every level around the world ➡️ https://bettersax.com/products/ 🔥 Join the BetterSax Studio for personalized video feedback from Jay as well as new lessons and downloads every month ➡️ http://bettersax.com/course/studio =========================== Connect with us! =========================== IG: ➡︎ https://www.instagram.com/bettersax Tik Tok: ➡︎ https://www.tiktok.com/@bettersax Facebook: ➡︎ https://facebook.com/bettersax =========================== Subscribe and Listen to the BetterSax Podcast HERE:📱 =========================== ➡︎Apple: https://apple.co/3rmr9no ➡︎Spotify: https://sptfy.com/OWAr Our mission here at BetterSax is to help saxophone players improve steadily, while enjoying the process of learning. We aim to help people find sax gear for every budget that delivers exceptional value and performance. This video is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something we'll receive a small commission. Disclaimer: Please see the link for our disclaimer policy for all of our videos on the BetterSax YouTube channel. https://bettersax.com/termsDISCLAIMER: This video and description contains affiliate links, which means that if you click on one of the product links and then buy something, I may receive a small commission. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    14 min
  7. Overcome Your Musical Fears - With Ted Nash

    FEB 5

    Overcome Your Musical Fears - With Ted Nash

    Jay Metcalf interviews the great saxophonist Ted Nash at the Jazz Education Network Conference. #bettersax #saxophone #tednash 🎁 Access the FREE BetterSax SHED with tons of sax lessons, pdf downloads and backing tracks HERE: https://bettersax.com/shed =========================== ⚡️Featured BetterSax Gear “Designed BY Saxophonists FOR Saxophonists” =========================== 🎷BetterSax Saxophones: ➡︎ https://geni.us/saxophones 🎷BURNIN’ Mouthpieces: ➡︎ https://geni.us/Burnin 🎷Must Have Accessories: http://bettersax.com/store 🔥 Join the Reed Revolution and try the new BetterSax Jazz Cut Reeds HERE ➡ https://geni.us/reed =========================== 🎓Want to Study Saxophone with Jay Metcalf? =========================== 💪🏻Get lifetime access to BetterSax courses that have helped 10s of thousands of saxophonists at every level around the world ➡️ https://bettersax.com/products/ 🔥 Join the BetterSax Studio for personalized video feedback from Jay as well as new lessons and downloads every month ➡️ http://bettersax.com/course/studio =========================== Connect with us! =========================== IG: ➡︎ https://www.instagram.com/bettersax Tik Tok: ➡︎ https://www.tiktok.com/@bettersax Facebook: ➡︎ https://facebook.com/bettersax =========================== Subscribe and Listen to the BetterSax Podcast HERE:📱 =========================== ➡︎Apple: https://apple.co/3rmr9no ➡︎Spotify: https://sptfy.com/OWAr Our mission here at BetterSax is to help saxophone players improve steadily, while enjoying the process of learning. We aim to help people find sax gear for every budget that delivers exceptional value and performance. This video is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something we'll receive a small commission. Disclaimer: Please see the link for our disclaimer policy for all of our videos on the BetterSax YouTube channel. https://bettersax.com/termsDISCLAIMER: This video and description contains affiliate links, which means that if you click on one of the product links and then buy something, I may receive a small commission. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    47 min
  8. This Book Will Make You a Better Improviser

    JAN 9

    This Book Will Make You a Better Improviser

    Jay Metcalf reviews the new improvisation book by Vincent Herring #bettersax #saxophone #jazzimprovisation Logic and Critical Thinking in Jazz Improvisation Book by Vincent Herring https://geni.us/hlCnj 🎁 Access the FREE BetterSax SHED with tons of sax lessons, pdf downloads and backing tracks HERE: https://bettersax.com/shed =========================== ⚡️Featured BetterSax Gear “Designed BY Saxophonists FOR Saxophonists” =========================== 🎷BetterSax Saxophones: ➡︎ https://geni.us/saxophones 🎷BURNIN’ Mouthpieces: ➡︎ https://geni.us/Burnin 🎷Must Have Accessories: http://bettersax.com/store 🔥 Join the Reed Revolution and try the new BetterSax Jazz Cut Reeds HERE ➡ https://geni.us/reed =========================== 🎓Want to Study Saxophone with Jay Metcalf? =========================== 💪🏻Get lifetime access to BetterSax courses that have helped 10s of thousands of saxophonists at every level around the world ➡️ https://bettersax.com/products/ 🔥 Join the BetterSax Studio for personalized video feedback from Jay as well as new lessons and downloads every month ➡️ http://bettersax.com/course/studio =========================== Connect with us! =========================== IG: ➡︎ https://www.instagram.com/bettersax Tik Tok: ➡︎ https://www.tiktok.com/@bettersax Facebook: ➡︎ https://facebook.com/bettersax =========================== Subscribe and Listen to the BetterSax Podcast HERE:📱 =========================== ➡︎Apple: https://apple.co/3rmr9no ➡︎Spotify: https://sptfy.com/OWAr Our mission here at BetterSax is to help saxophone players improve steadily, while enjoying the process of learning. We aim to help people find sax gear for every budget that delivers exceptional value and performance. This video is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something we'll receive a small commission. Disclaimer: Please see the link for our disclaimer policy for all of our videos on the BetterSax YouTube channel. https://bettersax.com/termsDISCLAIMER: This video and description contains affiliate links, which means that if you click on one of the product links and then buy something, I may receive a small commission. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    About

    As the founder of BetterSax.com Jay’s mission is to help developing saxophone players break away from traditional music learning methods and discover a more efficient, practical and fun way to become a Better Sax player. The Better Sax YouTube channel’s videos have been watched by millions and thousands of students have made meaningful progress on their instrument thanks to Better Sax courses.

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      with Jay Metcalf
    • Years Active
      2022 - 2025
    • Episodes
      79
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