Featuring beautifully under cut walls and a chamber dimension larger than the shank diameter with a. Consulting with a broad spectrum of musicians, from. Jazz soprano vrjs modeled after the vintage soloist design but with a slightly larger throat. Drake jerry bergonzi hard rubber tenor saxophone mouthpiece. The eb is a large, round chamber mouthpiece that incorporates the classic crescent shaped baffle, which transitions to a. The slim body design and thin rails help to promote optimum resonance. Includes drake double rail ligature, cap, pouch and case each mouthpiece is handmade to order by aaron drake.
This drake design was founded on the most desirable aspects of jerry bergonzi s early babbitt model. The fundamental design is based on jerry s personal early babbit eb. The client list kept growing in pace with the shops reputation and soon included players like ravi coltrane, seamus blake, ben wendel, donny mccaslin, john ellis, steve coleman, wayne shorter, joe lovano and countless others we mention a few of these players in side stories. Jerry bergonzi to order the drake jerry bergonzi power. Since 2014 david sanborn has been playing and performing exclusively with his drake signature model.
Word about the quality of the kb sax shop spread and soon kim bock was a sought after nyc saxophone repairman. Jerry bergonzi slant masters series drake mouthpieces. The design of this mouthpiece has been modeled after the otto link slant model, with a few modifications to help facilitate better stability of pitch and greater projection. Drake pete christieb tenor mouthpiece steve neff music blog. Includes drake ligature, cap, bag and case what i look for in a mouthpiece is the ability to shape the sound that i hear in my head with the ease of articulation. Jerry bergonzi plays his slant and power resonance models. Carl cox is a freelance touring saxophonist and recording artist from southern new jersey. Here is the link, just scroll down the page a little to play the solo excerpt. Aaron has started a new series of mouthpieces called the masters series where he copies the favorite mouthpieces of the great players alive today.
Drake mouthpieces are beautifully made pieces and come with a mouthpiece cap, velvet bag, and a drake vr. It differs from our bergonzi eb model, in that it has different floor and baffle calibrations. Carl can be seen performing nationally and abroad with a variety of musical icons throughout the course of the year. Jerry bergonzi plays his slant and power resonance. Having been a fan of jerrys playing and writing since 1st hearing the standard gonz recording, i decided recently to send him. This page is based on an old link probably from a websearch or external site for more.
Jerry bergonzi born october 21, 1947 is an american jazz tenor saxophonist, composer, and. Apr 06, 20 drake jerry bergonzi tenor saxophone mouthpiece. The fundamental design is based on jerry s personal eb from the 1960s. This handmade mouthpiece by aaron drake is modeled after the vintage early babbitt otto link played by the worldrenowned jazz saxophonist jerry bergonzi. The design process was over two years in the making, with extensive input and feedback from bergonzi at every stage.
Includes drake ligature, cap, velvet pouch and storage case. The bergonzi slant is a medium large chamber rollover baffle design based on a mouthpiece that jerry has used. Son of slant jazz tenor large chamber drake mouthpieces. Jerry bergonzi demonstrates the slant and new power resonance models discussing the acoustic design elements. Hello friends, here is jeff elwood on the drake masters series power resonance 8 jerry bergonzi tenor mouthpiece. The eb is a large, round chamber mouthpiece that incorporates the classic crescent shaped baffle, which transitions to a recalibrated floor contour. Featuring jerry bergonzi, eddie daniels and pete christlieb.
This tenor model features the essential design elements of a vintage hr otto link slant with specially calibrated modifications for the modern saxophonist. Consulting with a broad spectrum of musicians, from beginners, to rising stars on the horizon, to the definitive masters of our era, aaron incorporates his knowledge into every mouthpiece he makes. I had the opportunity to try three models of tenor mouthpieces. Jerry bergonzi demonstrating his drake masters series. Ive just got the jerry bergonzi for my tenor and so far its an excellent piece as well. I have been a fan of jerry bergonzi s since my first days at berklee college of music in boston 1986. Drake mouthpieces february 29 hello friends, we are pleased to announce that worldrenowned tenor saxophonist and drake artist jerry bergonzi is on his way to europe for a concert. You will find a new sense of confidence in you playing when on stage.
The son of slant, ny jazz, and the jerry bergonzi model from his masters series. Up until that time, i had only been an alto sax player. The result is a mouthpiece that generates a lustrous, lush, fat sound, in line with the best vintage mouthpieces of the era. Jerry bergonzi playing with his quartet on his drake masters series mouthpiece. Jerry bergonzi eb masters series drake mouthpieces. Bergonzi is also a professional level pianist and bass guitarist he plays a mouthpiece by aaron drake drake jerry bergonzi signature mouthpiece. Top professional players like ravi coltrane, ben wendel, joe lovano, john ellis and jerry bergonzi contributed significantly by giving kim bock priceless feedback. The new bergonzi slant model this new model is a result of a long time collaboration between jerry bergonzi and aaron drake. Jerry bergonzi on his drake masters series mouthpiece part. Amazing warmth and depth to the tone with a great expressive range. Made for players who fined themselves getting drowned out by electronic instruments. Jerry bergonzi on his drake masters series mouthpiece. Drake mouthpiece masters series compilation youtube.
Although mathematical accuracy is of extreme importance, how our mouthpieces play is of most critical concern. Jerry just sent us a new cd on which he is playing the mouthpiece. Includes drake ligature, cap and case each mouthpiece is handmade to order by aaron drake. This model has been developed through a close colaboration between aaron drake and jerry bergonzi. Jerry the bergonzi power resonance model features a rollover baffle contour identical to the bergonzi eb model with a raised floor contour which gives the piece greater projection without being bright. Jerry the bergonzi power resonance model features a rollover baffle contour identical to the bergonzi eb. Nyc saxophone shop for professionals and saxophone. For more than five years ive been playing these great mouthpieces from aaron drake. Drake mouthpieces february 29 hello friends, we are pleased to announce that worldrenowned tenor saxophonist and drake artist jerry bergonzi is on his way to europe for a concert clinic t. This model features a specially contoured rollover baffle to help you produce a balance and colorful sound. The fundamental design is based on jerry s personal early. Includes drake double rail ligature, cap, pouch and case.
Son of slant large chamber soprano drake mouthpieces. The drake bergonzi model was as perfect as i have found all of aaron drakes mouthpieces to be. Jerry bergonzi plays his slant and power resonance models by. Jerry bergonzi demonstrating his drake masters series tenor. It has taken over two years to refine the various design ellements incorporated in this model. Drake eddie daniels open secret tenor mouthpiece wright. The classic crescent shaped baffle transitions to a. Vandoren, syos, drake, rousseau jazzthe list goes on.
Jerry bergonzi eb tenor jerry bergonzi slant tenor boney james tenor pete christlieb tenor dexter gordon tenor james moody tenor stan getz tenor benny goodman clarinet. The eddie daniels open secret master series tenor mouthpiece is the result of a collaboration betweeen eddie and aaron drake. Bergonzi decided to give the compiled pdf books away for. Drake s mouthpieces are characterized by their freeblowing response, rich core voice, precise attack, intonation and projection. After a mouthpiece is cast, it is then hand finished by drake himself. Bergonzi decided to give the compiled pdf books away for free.
The bergonzi slant is a medium large chamber rollover baffle design. Jeff elwood plays the bergonzi power resonance 8 by. The baffle sloped down perfectly into a large chamber. It generates a lustrous, lush, fat sound, powerful sound in line with the best vintage mouthpieces of the era.
It differs from our bergonzi eb model, in that it has. This model has been developed through a close collaboration between aaron drake and jerry bergonzi. Neffmusicjazz saxophone and improvisation lessons page 18. Aaron is an accomplished saxophonist, holding a masters degree in performance from the eastman school of music. This all new model was designed to give more punch and projection. Each sanborn signature mouthpiece is precisionmilled from virgin brass rod stock, then extensively handworked and finished by a true artisan, aaron drake. Bergonzi is also a professional level pianist and bass guitarist.
Jerry bergonzi power resonance masters series drake. Jerry bergonzi presence masters series drake mouthpieces. The bergonzi power resonance model features a rollover baffle contour identical to the bergonzi eb model with a raised floor contour which gives the piece greater projection without being bright. He is now playing goldplated vanguard hand hammered copper necks on his selmer balanced action and radio improved. I just wanted to chime in real quick with a link to a recording of this mouthpiece. So far, he has made mouthpieces for dave liebman, jerry bergonzi and pete christlieb. Trial period is 7 days from the day you receive the mouthpiece. The classic crescent shaped baffle transitions to a recalibrated floor contour and ultimately a round large chamber. Drake porcelain ceramic saxophone mouthpieces home.
When i listen to all my favorite recordings of saxophone players, the sound is in front of the band like a vocalist would be, having great presence to hear all the nuances in the sound. Drake porcelain ceramic saxophone mouthpieces home facebook. Drake mouthpieces master series jerry bergonzi slant tenor saxophone mouthpiece ref. The design of this piece features a rollover baffle transitioning to a medium large chamber with a moderate amount of under cutting on the side walls. This mouthpiece features a slight undercutting of the side walls and a medium or large.
Thanks goes out to our artist for supplying us videos and great music in this compilation. Excellent like new drake bergonzi 8 tenor sax mouthpiece. It is nice to see this thread about the new bergonzi masters series mouthpiece. First a jerry bergonzi master series 8, and then a ny jazz 8.
Jan 08, 20 this is a new hard rubber tenor saxophone mouthpiece by aaron drake. Jerry bergonzi playtesting his redwood brass neck in 2017. Jeff elwood plays the bergonzi power resonance 8 by drake. Jerry bergonzi masters series tenor mouthpiece create. Jerry bergonzi power resonance masters series tenor. Aaron drake has been refining the art of the saxophone mouthpiece for over thirty years. Drake mouthpieces master series jerry bergonzi slant.
Drake mouthpieces february 29, 2020 hello friends, we are pleased to announce that worldrenowned tenor saxophonist and drake artist jerry bergonzi is on his way to europe for a concert clinic t. This model offers the player a balanced feel and more power projection. The tip, rails,table and baffle were all immaculate. Drake jerry bergonzi masters series tenor mouthpiece.
Jeff ellwood compiled and engraved nearly 200 of bergonzi s original tunes. He plays a mouthpiece by aaron drake drake jerry bergonzi signature mouthpiece. Every mouthpiece i make is calibrated and finished by hand as well as play tested to ensure the broadest. Place mouthpiece on the neck, twist and push over cork about half way. The rollover baffle and floor delivery points have been specifically designed for optimal air flow and to create a beautifully balanced overtone series. Every mouthpiece i make is calibrated and finished by hand as well as play tested to ensure the broadest spectrum of performance accuracy and expression. This is a large, round chamber mouthpiece that incorporates the classic crescent shaped baffle, which transitions to a recalibrated floor contour. On tenor sax ny jazz tip opening 9 is my main piece, and i love the. Jim plays through our selection of drake tenor saxophone mouthpieces. He plays a mouthpiece by aaron drake drake jerry bergonzi signature. The fundamental design is based on jerry s personal eb from the.
The fundamental design is based on jerry s personal early babbitt eb. Oct 20, 2019 the result is a metal alto saxophone mouthpiece unlike any other. Thats why i like the power resonance mouthpiece as it gives that type if presence. Here is a video of jerry bergonzi demonstrating his drake masters series tenor model available at jerrybergonzi mas. It has taken over two years to refine the various design elements incorporated in this model. Ive been playing a ny bros on my alto for a while now and it is a gorgeous sounding mouthpiece. Drake jerry bergonzi tenor saxophone mouthpiece neffmusic.
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