Articles - Houghton Horns

Maintaining your trombone is one of the most important things we can do as musicians. It maintains the longevity of your instrument and makes it easier to play. It this...

  Beginner or Casual Enthusiast Nearly all beginners in the US start on Bb trumpets. Most bands have students playing Bb trumpet parts and not C trumpet parts. Students generally...

Interested in how to help your beginning trombonist improve? Read up on our 

Why do leadpipes make a difference for trombone players? The leadpipe is the first point of contact with the trombone, so it's very important to discover which leadpipe works best for you....

A few notes of warning regarding this chart: 1. If you must change lubricant brands, try to remove as much of the old lubricant as possible from the instrument before applying...

So you’ve decided to major in music — congratulations on making such a huge life decision!  (If you’re still unsure and want to read some more on being a music...

Beginners who are encouraged to play with a big, relaxed sound will eventually develop a more refined tone as they progress. Even though the first sounds may be a bit...

When we pick up a musical instrument, we all intend to stick with it for the rest of our lives. Unfortunately, sometimes interest wanes or other life obligations intervene, and...

A brass instrument can be a huge investment, so owners definitely want to keep them in tip-top shape. We hear from customers who are worried about a strange spot on their instrument....

Many manufacturers of French Horn mouthpieces offer their models in different inner diameters. Laskey offers their “G” mouthpiece in sizes ranging from 17 mm to 18.5 mm (725G-85G). Our Verus...

Are you joining a middle school or high school band this year? We asked some teachers and former band students for advice for the newcomers. Practice, Practice, Practice Band is...

The big moment is here. Finally you’re packing your bags, saying your goodbyes, and heading off into the unknown. Here are some tips for helping you settle in at college...