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Saxophone Day

Saxophone Day

November 6 is Saxophone Day, an unofficial holiday that celebrates the woodwind instrument popularly used in jazz, classical music, and military ensembles.

The day honors saxophonists and commemorates the birth anniversary of its inventor Adolphe Sax. Born in Belgium in 1814, Sax was an instrument maker and musician who designed and introduced the Saxophone in 1840.

Used Extensively

It was first adopted for use in military bands and soon became a popular instrument played in a concert band and in chamber music. Chamber music is a type of music played by a group of small instruments – ones that usually can fit into a small room or chamber.

Today, the Saxophone is used extensively in jazz and other kinds of dance music and in symphony orchestras around the world.

Other saxophones include Mezzo Soprano, Sopranino, Tubax, Bass and Contrabass.

How to Celebrate?

  • Are you a saxophonist? Bring out your instrument and play some music with a band or solo for your family and friends.
  • Attend a chamber music, jazz or symphony orchestra concert. Keep an ear out for the Saxophone notes.
  • If you have always wanted to learn how to play the Saxophone, today is the day to get started.
History

On this day November 5

 

 

November 5

  • 2009 13 killed at Fort Hood, Texas

    Major Malik Hasan opened fire at the Soldier Readiness Processing Center in Fort Hood, Texas and killed 13 people, injuring 30.

  • 2007 China’s first lunar satellite enters lunar orbit

    The Chang’e 1, an unmanned lunar-orbiting spacecraft sent the first pictures of the Moon on November 26.

  • 2003 Green Valley Killer pleads guilty

    Gary Ridgeway, a serial killer also known as the Green Valley Killer plead guilty to killing 48 women in the 1980s and 1990s.

  • 1995 Assassination attempt on Canadian Prime Minister

    André Dallaire tried to assassinate Canadian Prime Minister Jean Chrétien.

  • 1943 Vatican City bombed

    Vatican City was bombed by a fascist Italian aircraft breaching the neutrality of Vatican during the second World War

 

Cruise

🚢 Final Cruise Ship of the Season 🚢

🚢 Bon Voyage to the Final Cruise Ship of the Season in Saint John! 🚢

Oceania Insignia Itinerary, Current Position, Ship Review ...

Today, Saint John bids a fond farewell to the 2024 cruise season as the Insignia of Oceania Cruises docks at our beautiful port. Arriving at 10 a.m. and setting sail again at 7 p.m., this final ship visit marks the end of another incredible season of welcoming travelers from around the world!

The Insignia’s guests will have all day to explore the unique sights and flavors that Saint John has to offer—from the breathtaking Bay of Fundy to the charm of our local shops and markets. Let’s show them the warm hospitality that makes Saint John such a special stop on the cruise circuit!

Here’s to a memorable day for all our visitors and a heartfelt thank-you to everyone who made this cruise season such a success. Until next year, happy travels, and see you in 2025! 🌊🛳️