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  The Tenor, The Squeak, and The Seesaw of Doom (Part 1)

  For several years, my tenor sax and I have had what can only be described as a polite but strained relationship. I bought it second‑hand during the pandemic, a time when many people baked sourdough or learned Italian, while I apparently chose to adopt a tenor saxophone that had barely been played. In hindsight, this may have been a warning

  19 August, 2026
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  Performing at SaxoFest – An Unforgettable Experience

  SaxoFest was always going to be a special occasion. Not only was it a celebration of everything saxophone, but it also marked the 10th anniversary of Sax Bandits. What started as an idea to bring saxophonists together to play for fun has grown into a thriving family of musicians of all ages and abilities. After experiencing SaxoFest first-hand, it’s easy

  10 August, 2026
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  SaxoFest – Supporting Younger People With Dementia

  We are incredibly grateful to Sax Bandits for choosing to support Younger People With Dementia (YPWD) through their first ever festival, SaxoFest. SaxoFest raised an incredible £3,564.75 for families living with young onset dementia. Watch our reactions to the official announcement below: Every pound raised at SaxoFest will help us continue supporting people diagnosed with dementia under the age of

  5 August, 2026
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  From First Notes to Lifelong Playing with Sax.co.uk

  One of the best things about being part of a saxophone group is that there’s always something new to learn. Whether you’re picking up the instrument for the first time, returning after a break, or looking to upgrade your setup, having access to the right advice and equipment can make all the difference. Inside Sax.co.uk Saxophones At Sax.co.uk, we’re proud

  31 July, 2026
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  SaxoFest – A Celebration Worthy of Every Note

  Driving over to Benson for SaxoFest 2026, I found myself thinking back to my very first Sax Bandits session in 2018. I can still remember nervously making the journey to Wallingford, wondering what I was letting myself in for. I was welcomed by around 30 members, including one of the band’s original members, who immediately made me feel at ease.

  17 July, 2026
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  SaxoFest – The Great Odisei

  Celebrating the 10th anniversary of Sax Bandits, the first-ever SaxoFest brought together musicians, families, performers, and industry partners for an entire day dedicated to the saxophone. As official festival partners, the Odisei Music team travelled from Barcelona in Spain, to Oxfordshire in the UK, for an event packed with live music, exhibitions, instrument repairs, and food stalls. The day also

  9 July, 2026