Mr. Sawyer's Suggested Step-Up Instruments

The following step-up instruments are among Mr. Sawyer's highest affordable recommendations:

• Flute--Yamaha YFL-461H, Yamaha YFL-577H, or Miyazawa Series 102 or higher.

• Clarinet--Buffet R-13 or Yamaha YCL-CSVR (either with Vandoren M13 Lyre mouthpiece and Vandoren M/O series ligature)

• Alto Saxophone--Yamaha YAS-875EX, Selmer Paris Series II Model 52, or Selmer Paris Series III Model 62 (any with Vandoren AL3 mouthpiece and Vandoren M/O series ligature)

• Trumpet--Bach Strad 180-37S, Bach Artisan AB190S, or Yamaha Xeno YTS-8335S (any with Bach 5C mouthpiece).

• Trombone--Bach Strad 42BO or Conn 88HO (either with Bach 5G mouthpiece)

There are other options in addition to those listed above. Before you buy, be sure to contact Mr. Sawyer if you are interested in a model not listed above.

Oboe, Bassoon, Tenor Sax, Bari Sax, French Horn, Euphonium, or Tuba Players interested in purchasing an instrument should schedule a time to visit with Mr. Sawyer about options. Percussionists interested in marimbas or drum sets should visit with Mr. Sawyer.