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The purpose of these pages is to provide some basic guidance for students of the horn who do not have easy access to a regular teacher. They are NOT meant to replace lessons. I know from experience that I can teach most of these topics faster and more effectively live than I will ever be able to in the form of a web page, but I am also aware that many young students in this country (US) do not have access to a horn teacher. If you visit one of these clinics and it leaves you with questions, please e-mail me and ask those questions. I will respond to you as quickly as possible, and also try to update the site to avoid confusion in the future. You are probably not the only person who has that question, so you'll be doing those that visit the site after you a big favor by asking. I hope some band directors will also find some useful materials and information here (also check the horn bibliography). I can remember looking for similar resources on bassoon when I was teaching in the public schools, and hope that this can be of assistance to my colleagues still doing the real work in music education. One of the three main goals that Auburn University strives to achieve is community outreach, so if you don't find the answers you need, just ask. |
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Basic rules for setting up the standard "textbook" embouchure in beginning students. The information is complete, but the pictures are still being developed. I'll get those up as soon as I can.
This is a short list of horn specific terms in various languages. They're just up now as an aid in translation, short definitions will be up soon.
The main focus of this page is to help you get the most out our your practice session.
This page includes pictures of correct right hand position, and an explanation of why the right hand is important and what we use it for. Stopped horn is a special effect we create on the horn with our right hands. This page explains how this sound is made.
I have started a series of guided tutorials on basic music theory. The first several sections are now available. I consider this a beta version, so I would very much appreciate your feedback on whether this is helpful.
The original title "A Gigging Musicians Survival Guide" just seemed too pompous. This is a way for students to learn from the mistakes of others. |
One of the biggest problems for many young players is developing a concept of what they should sound like, and learning what is actually possible for their instrument.
Horn players often have to transpose parts at site, especially if they are playing in an orchestra. This page explains the basic theory behind what transposition is, and gives some simple rules to follow to always find the correct transposition. What are the 2 sides? When do I use each one, and why? These are the important topics addressed here, complete with musical examples.
This is my discussion of the role I believe the warm-up should play in your preparation as a horn player. This is an abridged (incomplete) copy of my warm-up. For an explanation of what's left out, see Part 1.
Other Topics If you have a subject you would like to see addressed here please let me know. If this site is going to be useful it needs to answer the questions students are asking
An excellent article on the mechanics of breathing by Pip Eastop, which was published in "The Horn" in 1977 is available at this link. |
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