Alto Sax Fingering Chart
Learn beginner alto sax written notes with an interactive saxophone fingering guide and free printable PDF.
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Free Printable Alto Sax Fingering Chart PDF
Print a clean one-page beginner saxophone chart for common written notes. It labels octave, bis, G#, left-hand, right-hand, and low-note keys so students can check fingerings quickly.
Download PDFHow to Read a Sax Fingering Chart
A sax fingering chart shows which keys are pressed for each written note. This chart focuses on common beginner alto sax fingerings and keeps the layout compact for quick practice.
- Filled circles mean the key is pressed.
- Open circles mean the key stays open.
- Oct means octave key, used for the upper register.
- Bis and G# mark common left-hand auxiliary keys.
- Low C, B, and Bb are the lower bell-key fingerings.
Tips for Beginners
Start with B, A, and G, then add F, E, D, C, and the low notes. Use slow air, relaxed fingers, and a tuner to keep the pitch centered as you move between registers.
Common Questions
Is this chart for alto sax?
Yes. The page is optimized for alto sax beginners and uses written note names.
Do saxophones use the same fingerings?
For basic notes, alto, tenor, soprano, and baritone saxophones use the same core finger work. Baritone has an extra low A key on some models.
What does the octave key do?
The octave key helps the sax speak in the upper register while using many of the same main finger patterns.
Is this a full altissimo chart?
No. This beginner chart focuses on common low, middle, and early upper-register notes.