Horn Presentation
Transcript of Horn Presentation
Tuning The HornTuning The HornA discussion on tuning the HornA discussion on tuning the HornTo itself, and with the EnsembleTo itself, and with the Ensemble
The Anatomy of the Horn
• Identification of the main parts of the horn
• Build Differences. (Wrap, bell, slides, material)
• Manufacturing differences.• How will we find the tuning mechanisms?
Tuning the Horn to THE HORN
Tuning the Horn to THE HORN
Tuning the Horn to THE HORN
Tuning the Horn to THE HORN
With the horn in tune with itself, you are ready to tune the instrument with a
Mechanical Tuner, or with the ensemble
Tuning the Horn to THE HORN
The horn’s intonation will always be an approximation. The musician will always
have to actively use their ear, Embouchure, and hand positioning to play
with good intonation.
Hand Position
Stopped Horn
Fingerings Move1/2 Step Down.
Use the F side in the Middle Range
Proper FingeringsA Former trumpet
Player’s Worst Nightmare
Proper Fingerings
Common HornPlayer Problems
Proper Posture
Common HornPlayer Problems
Proper Carriage
Common HornPlayer Problems
BE ALERT! They’re sneaky and it’s the perfect shield!
Maintenance
Question and AnswerQuestion and AnswerOpen ExchangeOpen Exchange
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