What's in my gig bag?
That was a question asked by one of my super-fans recently.
I've been on gigs where I have forgotten something essential, and it can create extra worry and unnecessary stress.
In this video lesson, I cover the “gig bag essentials” that saxophone players need to bring to gigs.
Some of the items I mention are specific to certain circumstances, but there are certain things you must always have on you.
Resources
PEAKMusicStands – Combo Pack of sax stand, neck & body swab – add DSMUSIC code for an extra discount
ReedJuvinate Review
Gear I normally use:
Legere Signature 2.5 reeds
Rovner Van Gogh ligature
10mFan Black Widow 7* Tenor Sax mouthpiece
JodyJazz DV7 Alto Sax mouthpiece
Trevor James Custom Raw Tenor Saxophone
PEAKMusicStands – sax stands, portable stand and boom mic stand (SM52)
Anfree Swabs AMT Quantum 7 Mini Wireless mic
ProTec Contoured tenor sax case
Key Leaves products
VocalEze and LipEze products
Bonus!
So that you can be super-prepared for your next show, I created a list of “gig bag essentials” so that you have everything you need to ensure that you have a successful gig.
Here's a FREE SPREADSHEET you can download and print out to keep as a checklist for your gigs.
If you want to adjust it for your own use:
- Click on File in the Google Drive Menu (not your browser menu)
- Make a Copy
- Rename
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