I have for sale a vintage Conn 28D, which is the yesslow brass version of the 8D.The serial number is "E" series, made in Elkart. Horn shows signs of use but...
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Iffet Cochran
iffeta@xxxxx.xxxx
Jul 1, 1999 11:33 am
This excellent horn is still available. It's in very good condition and is a nice, big horn. (Low horn-ists, take note!) It's got a wonderful, dark, rich tone...
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Darcey Boone
frenchhorn180@xxxxxxx...
Jul 1, 1999 2:24 pm
Hi everyone! I have been thinking for a long time about getting my bell cut so it will be a screw bell (and so I can get a nice Marcus Bonna case):-). I have...
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stratton@xxx.xxx
Jul 1, 1999 2:35 pm
... I'd say go for it, although you might want to evaluate options to the Marcus Bonna case. If possible, try to see a horn converted by the shop you choose....
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Iffet Cochran
iffeta@xxxxx.xxxx
Jul 1, 1999 5:31 pm
Bonna makes fixed - bell cases. My students have them and they're wonderful. Don't cut the bell... Cheers! Iffet D Cochran ... From: Darcey Boone...
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Jerryold99@xxx.xxx
Jul 1, 1999 6:15 pm
One problem with having the F slides on the inside is trying to pull the third valve slide without dinging the bell. Regards, Jerry OId...
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Jerryold99@xxx.xxx
Jul 1, 1999 6:34 pm
Hi , If you have a good old horn like a Kruspe' or a letter/pre-letter series Conn, Schmidt, etc., please don't cut the bell. Some people will tell you it...
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HarveyCor
harveys@xx.xxxxxx.xxxx
Jul 1, 1999 10:11 pm
... Yes, Roger had this large gorgeous bass horn which he brought over to Cal Arts one day (oh way back in 78 or 79) when he was teaching there, but he...
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Gavin R.
corno1@xxxxxxx.xxxx
Jul 1, 1999 11:30 pm
I do have a pre letter series Conn-Schmidt copy (Thanks Dave). It has a cut bell. The convenience of the bell is unrivaled. It makes both air and car travel...
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Horngod867@xxx.xxx
Jul 1, 1999 11:44 pm
Hello, my name is Jeff Cook and I noticed on the horn list that you mentioned you play a Conn Schmidt model horn. Do you like it? I found one for sale, my ...
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wkkimple
wkkimple@xxxxxxx.xxxx
Jul 2, 1999 6:48 am
I've found most Conn Schmidt models to be excellent instruments ONCE the valves have been rebuilt. Any instrument that old, over sixty years, will really need...
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PNathan240@xxx.xxx
Jul 2, 1999 12:06 pm
In a message dated 7/2/99 7:51:25 AM Eastern Daylight Time, wkkimple@... writes: << rebuilding the piston valve takes great skill. Contact...
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Mr. Leonard Brown
waldhorn@xxxxxxxx.xxxx
Jul 2, 1999 2:46 pm
... mentioned you play a Conn Schmidt model horn. Do you like it? I found one for sale, my girl-friend is actually in the market, and I was wondering if you...
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Gavin R.
corno1@xxxxxxx.xxxx
Jul 2, 1999 3:34 pm
Hi, I play a Conn Schmidt and have no trouble with a piston valve. One must realize that there is in fact a different way to hold these horns. You have to...
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Carolyn Ford
cford@xxxxxxxxx.xxxx
Jul 2, 1999 4:43 pm
My favorite time of year has come - summer in Boulder, and the Colorado Music Festival. I can't recommend these concerts more - it's the best classical music...
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Dave Singletary
dhsing@xxxxxxxxxx.xxxx
Jul 2, 1999 5:16 pm
I had the great fortune to play a Conn-Schmidt for five years. It is actually the horn that Gavin Reed now owns. My general impressions about the Schmidt...
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Corsolo@xxx.xxx
Jul 2, 1999 5:38 pm
Hello, all. Here's a request that should keep those who are interested busy for a few minutes. My dissertation research involves contacting about 200...
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Dick Martz
rjmartz@xxxxxxxx.xxxx
Jul 2, 1999 8:51 pm
... My first double horn in high school and through college was a 1928 Schmidt (made by Schmidt). The high Bb was very treacherous and I always thought it was...
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Granddamme@xxx.xxx
Jul 3, 1999 7:23 am
In a message dated 7/2/99 9:49:27 AM Pacific Daylight Time, cford@... writes: << This year's horn section consists of Martin Owen (Royal...
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Mr. Leonard Brown
waldhorn@xxxxxxxx.xxxx
Jul 3, 1999 4:05 pm
... case with most Conns, some were lemons. Urban horn legend has it that many Conn-Schmidts "don't have" high a-flats and/or b-flats, depending on who you ...
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Mr. Leonard Brown
waldhorn@xxxxxxxx.xxxx
Jul 3, 1999 4:13 pm
Hi, Over the years I have done some poking around about my Schmidt model Conn. Here are a few of the things I picked up: 1.) If you look you will find "Made...
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Darcey Boone
frenchhorn180@xxxxxxx...
Jul 3, 1999 5:40 pm
Hi everyone! First off I want to say thanks for all of the info on cutting my bell and I am still open for more information. Second off I play on a Holton 180 ...
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DOCRobby@xxx.xxx
Jul 4, 1999 12:24 am
Leonard, I used to have a Conn 6D. Mine had a rotary F/Bb key and was nothing like the one Schmidt that I've seen. I was under the impression that the 6D was...
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DOCRobby@xxx.xxx
Jul 4, 1999 12:27 am
Leonard, after reading the end of your post again, I realized what you were saying. Did you mean that the 6D that I had is what they changed the "old" 6D to?...
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siverson@xxxxxx.xxxx
Jul 4, 1999 7:29 am
This is a contribution to the thread concerning Conn-Schmidt horns in particular, and Schmidt type horns in general. It is my understanding that the Schmidt...
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Robin Moffatt
horn.player@xxxxxx.xxxx
Jul 4, 1999 2:01 pm
Hi everyone, After a term of neglect, I've spent the last week updating and re-designing the now-legendary (well, almost) Horn Player's Resources Pages. ...
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Mr. Leonard Brown
waldhorn@xxxxxxxx.xxxx
Jul 4, 1999 2:11 pm
twas writ: <<Leonard, I used to have a Conn 6D. Mine had a rotary F/Bb key and was nothing like the one Schmidt that I've seen. I was under the impression ...
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Mr. Leonard Brown
waldhorn@xxxxxxxx.xxxx
Jul 4, 1999 2:25 pm
... This is a contribution to the thread concerning Conn-Schmidt horns in particular, and Schmidt type horns in general. It is my understanding that the...
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RMarstelle@xxx.xxx
Jul 4, 1999 10:35 pm
Darcy, Why do you want to get rid of the Holton 180? I play one (professionally) and am quite satisfied with it (except for valves which do need some rework). ...
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siverson@xxxxxx.xxxx
Jul 5, 1999 4:42 am
... I had a Conn Schmidt (now sold) which was stamped 3D on the leadpipe. For players who like the Schmidt design but find the piston valve to be awkward, I...
