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

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