Tag: horn playing
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Taking a Summer Practice Break
The summer is a prime time for taking a bit of a break from the horn. However, there are a couple of things to consider to make sure you’re prepared AFTER your break is over.
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Atomic Practice
Two practice strategies to help students develop a consistent practice habit and improve their technique at the same time.
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A Horn Beauty Contest
A comparison of horns – not for the best sound or easiest playability, but for the best aesthetics.
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Using ForScore: Basic and Advanced Tips
A few years ago I wrote about several advanced features of MobileSheets Pro. Since I’ve been using an iPad as my music reader, I’ve discovered a few useful, but hidden features.
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A New Site Aims to Help Brass Players Prevent Injury
A new website by the horn professor at Western Illinois University aims to help brass players reduce or prevent overuse injuries.
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Vote With Your Warm-Up
Your warm-up is a daily vote for how you want to play when you’re under pressure. Make sure that you make your vote count every single day.
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Update on Englebert Schmid Horns + Marcus Bonna Cases
A recent update on the possible chemical reaction between Bonna cases and Schmid French horns.
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(FREE) Online Resources for Learning Music Theory
Learning music theory is an easy way to improve many aspects of playing ANY instrument.
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New French Horn from XO Brass
XO Brass – a maker of pro brass – has released a French horn model. Read about it and let me know what you want to see in an upcoming review!
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Kruspe vs Geyer Horns: Playability Comparison
A new video looks at the differences in playability, right hand position, and sound between Geyer and Kruspe style instruments.