A few distinguished members of this list have made references to the difference in bell density between the pre-letter 8D's and the C thru N series horns. The ...
In a message dated 2/28/03 4:16:02 AM, tammytreon@... writes: << hi my name is tammy and iam in 9th grade and play french horn. I have a horrible problem...
PMANSUR@...
Mar 1, 2003 8:08 pm
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Another point to consider is the size/shape of the bell flair. The big wide bell of the 8D spreads the sound rapidly which is fine for recording/performing in...
Here's another question regarding short notes--or any notes at all, really... Often when I articulate a note my lips don't respond immediately -- there's a...
There have been several posts on the subject of short tonguing lately so I thought I would add my $.02 worth (well maybe $.05). I was taught by an excellent...
From: "Wendell Rider" <wrider@...> I talked to even string players. Most would never admit to cutting off notes with the tongue although it often...
Mark York
myork@...
Mar 2, 2003 12:00 am
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I have a trumpet whose 1st valve sticks. I had tried several oils, and the valve continued to stick, always at the worse time. Believe it or not, Professor...
Howard Sanner, You are Right! Kendall encourages keeping an even air flow, and interrupting it with the tongue. He is quite adamant about it, BUT, how did you...
debbie wenger
vtagirl@...
Mar 3, 2003 1:33 am
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True you have to buy a years supply and come back each year. Did you try Hetman's Piston Lubricant 1 or Blue Juice? They are both very good and cured sticky...
Sorry my horn friends, but the in every imaginable aspect superior low conical brass forum, Sean Chisham's TubeNet, offers a format best suited to the...
In a message dated 2/28/2003 9:25:25 AM Central Standard Time, ... Neal O'Bannion O'Bannion Music, Inc. Visit our website at http://www.obannionmusic.com <A...
fastest way to teach bft horn, simple, remove one f slide and keep it at the teacher's house for a week or two. other wise the student 'cheats' and learning...
wa9gob@...
Mar 3, 2003 2:32 am
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Ron Boerger asks who is the painted horn player. My guess is that it's Assoc. Prinicpal Geoff Lierse. The Melbourne Symphony has a very nice web site...
... He posted as much to one of the horn lists, I believe, but am not positive, the "other" horn list, in response to someone else's question about how to play...
Those of you one the list who use Hetman's Oil, which do you use? I have used the Light Piston oil with decent results, but it never seemed to last ...
I know I'm going to get some flack on at least part of the following, but here goes. A word to the wise. Always practice what you can't do! So, if you are...
Greetings All- I have come back to the alter of horn after about 18 years. I spent a year as a performance major right out of high school but then strayed down...
pappyspa2@...
Mar 4, 2003 12:01 am
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Go for it! I don't know of any "civic" groups that have too many horn players. Too many drummers, saxophone players, clarinet players, etc .... but never too...
Mark York
myork@...
Mar 4, 2003 12:46 am
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I too am starting to play again after 10 years. I'm excited about it and am hoping to get my chops back soon. I'd love to join a community band or orchestra...
Do it. But if you really want to maximize yours and everybody else's pleasure, by all means take lessons. You will be glad you did. Loren Mayhew \@() ...
In a message dated 3/3/03 7:03:27 PM, pappyspa2@... writes: << While I believe the most important thing to do is that which allows one to find their...
PMANSUR@...
Mar 4, 2003 3:15 am
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You have all been very kind and I agree wholeheartedly with the advice you have offered. I have been back playing for about 1.5 years and began lessons again...
pappyspa2@...
Mar 4, 2003 3:43 am
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(PLEASE CIRCULATE WIDELY) The contract negotiations between Local 802 and the League of American Theatres and Producers covering Broadway orchestras and...
Anidam@...
Mar 4, 2003 4:09 am
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In a message dated 3/3/03 10:44:29 PM Eastern Standard Time, ... College is even better the second time around -- I started back this past fall & am having an...
cmomof4@...
Mar 4, 2003 9:24 am
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Foolishness? What foolishness would it be not to begin again if that is what you want to do? I took up the horn again after a 27 year hiatus and it is one of...
Stanley Kusnetz
skusnetz@...
Mar 4, 2003 1:45 pm
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Friends, I've not participated much lately, mostly because I'm either painting our new house, taking care of our 2 and a half year old, or 6 week old baby, or ...
Julie and Jeff
jcoobe@...
Mar 4, 2003 3:34 pm
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Are you kidding? After over 50 years of my Schmidt Thumb Piston Double Horn was gathering dust and withdrawal symptons in my closet, I decided to see if I was...
All, A cross post. Just received info on this Horn. Sounds reasonable as can be considering some posts last couple months. Link below. Take care. GN ...
G Napuda
gnapuda@...
Mar 4, 2003 11:06 pm
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HI, I am a senior in high school and now cracking down and learning horn. I am getting ready to buy a Yamaha 668ND for college since I will be playing it in...