Josh Rey said the tenor saxophone gives him the freedom to express himself. He is one of many young musicians from Nanaimo schools performing during JazzFest Thursday (Jan. 31) at the Port Theatre. - Rachel Stern Photo
By Rachel Stern - Nanaimo News Bulletin, Published: January 29, 2013 1:00 PM
The tenor saxophone is an expressive instrument.
Notes can be sustained. Tones can have a tough edge or a soft voice.
“It’s very expressive,” said Joshua Rey, who plays the instrument. “I can change the quality or the texture of the note.”
He was attracted to the saxophone because of its range. He said it’s akin to the range of a male voice and it allows him to draw out sounds.
“It’s got curves like a person. It’s a very human instrument,” he said.
Rey, a grade 12 student at Wellington Secondary School, is one of many talented young musicians featured at JazzFest today (Jan. 31) at the Port Theatre. The event is presented by the Harbour City Jazz Society, and is an annual fundraiser for school music programs.
The 17-year-old said he’s willing to make sacrifices to reach his goal as a musician. He knows it’s not an easy path and not one that everyone chooses to pursue. Rey said even if people have a passion for music they still must be prepared to go through a long period where they aren’t making any money. Rey said he’s ready to make that commitment because music allows him to express “all the craziness” in his head.
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