Woodwind family

When looking to purchase a flute, there are several differences between Beginner and Intermediate models.

Beginner Models:

• Nickel, or some silver, parts
• Closed hole keys
• Offset G
• Low C foot

Intermediate/Advanced Models:

• Silver plated or solid silver headjoint
• Open or closed hole keys
• Inline or Offset G
• Pointed key arms
• Low B foot (extra keys)
• Other upgrades depending on manufacturer

Recommended Brands:

• Yamaha - Beginner or Intermediate models
• Pearl - Beginner "Quantz" model or any Intermediate
• Gemeinhardt - Beginner or Intermediate models
• Jupiter - Beginner model only

The clarinet comes in two sizes: Bb Clarinet (standard) and Bass Clarinet.

Beginner Vs Intermediate Models:

• No difference in the size of the instrument or number of keys
• Intermediate models are made of higher quality materials and/or use handcrafted production techniques

Recommended Brands:

• Buffet - "Crampon" Beginner model or any Intermediate model
• Yamaha - Beginner or Intermediate models
• Jupiter - Beginner or Intermediate Models

Saxophones come in three sizes:

1. Alto - Small
2. Tenor - Medium
3. Baritone - Large

Beginner vs Intermediate Models:

• Intermediate models may have extra keys and the ability to play lower notes
• Intermediate models are made of higher quality materials and/or use handcrafted production techniques

Recommended Brands:

• Yamaha - Beginner or Intermediate models
• Jupiter - Beginner or Intermediate models
• P. Mauriat - Intermediate models
• Selmer and Selmer Paris - Beginner and Intermediate Models