Frère Jacques on saxophone

Easy: G, A, B, C, D and E. Written pitch, so the same notes work on alto, soprano and tenor saxophone.

▶ Play on alto ▶ Play on soprano ▶ Play on tenor

The notes

G A B G G A B G B C D B C D D E D C B G D E D C B G G D G G D G

Notes in order, 32 in all. The rhythm is simplified: hold the notes marked with longer beats in the chart.

Fingerings for the notes in this song

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This is a traditional tune in the public domain. Check the notes with your teacher, and listen to a recording to hear the rhythm.

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