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I'm currently looking for a jazz piece for alto, because I am in a jazz band, and frankly, I don't think my Caravan piece will cut it. I am looking for these things:
1. Made out of anything but metal, since I can't afford a metal piece
2. Has a removable spoiler, since I can get a rock piece and a jazz piece in one
3. Has a sweet, slightly bright, and slightly edgy sound that can get loud enough for lead alto in a big band (without the spoiler).
4. Has a loud, edgy, bright sound perfect for playing in a rock band, kind of Sanborn-ish(with the spoiler).
5. Has very good intonation, control on low and high notes, and altissimo.
6. Works with a 1934 Buescher New Aristocrat
I am kind of leaning toward a Jody Jazz classic, since I have hear good things about it, but I do not know much about the Runyons. Is there a Runyon piece that would fit my needs well? Are there any other pieces that come with spoilers? Also, what facing would be best? Thanks for answering.
1. Made out of anything but metal, since I can't afford a metal piece
2. Has a removable spoiler, since I can get a rock piece and a jazz piece in one
3. Has a sweet, slightly bright, and slightly edgy sound that can get loud enough for lead alto in a big band (without the spoiler).
4. Has a loud, edgy, bright sound perfect for playing in a rock band, kind of Sanborn-ish(with the spoiler).
5. Has very good intonation, control on low and high notes, and altissimo.
6. Works with a 1934 Buescher New Aristocrat
I am kind of leaning toward a Jody Jazz classic, since I have hear good things about it, but I do not know much about the Runyons. Is there a Runyon piece that would fit my needs well? Are there any other pieces that come with spoilers? Also, what facing would be best? Thanks for answering.