How To Choose A Saxophone Strap

Choosing between neck straps, yoke straps, and harnesses can be time consuming and expensive. After many years of looking for the best sax strap, I identified five factors affecting how a strap assists our playing. In addition to size and comfort, how heavy the sax feels, our ability to move, and tone quality play a part in choosing a sax strap.

Disclaimer: There are certain straps that I have used and recommend, but these are personal choices. I do not endorse any manufacturer or company.

Duke is a Northern Illinois University Distinguished Research Professor Emeritus. He is known for his creative work in jazz, computer music, and new music, as well as for innovations in learning both jazz and classical styles and applying the Feldenkrais Method to learning music.