Glissotar - The Revolutionary Sliding Saxophone | The Instrument Makers

UPDATE: In my video, I would have liked to speak more about the development of the Glissotar, especially in regards to the other similar instruments that have come before it. Please check out the Glissotar website blog, where they write extensively about these instruments.

Welcome to my channel "The Instrument Makers", a video project that celebrates the artistry of handcrafted musical instruments worldwide, showcasing the stories and techniques of talented craftspeople and luthiers to educate and inspire audiences.

In this special episode of The Instrument Makers, I visit Dániel Váczi in Budapest, the inventor of the Glissotar—a revolutionary fretless saxophone. Having purchased one myself months earlier, I get a firsthand look at how these innovative instruments are crafted through a collaborative process involving CNC machining, 3D printing, and traditional woodworking techniques. Daniel shares his journey from evolutionary biology to music, while his childhood friend and violin maker Zsombor demonstrates the meticulous assembly process. Discover how the Glissotar allows for seamless glissando and microtonality, opening new possibilities for musicians and composers worldwide.

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TIMESTAMPS
0:00 Introduction
1:51 Car (Pre-inteview)
7:54 Trying it out!
10:10 Interview 1
11:58 Jam Session
14:27 Interview 2
22:11 Conclusion