Articles - Houghton Horns

Founded when Duran Duran and synthesizers were all the musical rage, the family-run business focused on the less-trendy French horns, trombones and trumpets. 

At Houghton Horns, we believe every player deserves a horn that inspires them.  During this Spring Break season, we’re highlighting some fantastic trumpets for around two grand, including new musts,...

Houghton Horns is thrilled to announce that we are now an authorized Schilke dealer. For years, our shop has served brass players around the world from the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW)...

TMEA 2026 is on! Join us at booth #745 February 11-14th at the Henry B. González Convention Center in San Antonio, Texas. We’ll have an incredible selection of instruments and accessories....

At Houghton Horns, we believe every player deserves a horn that inspires them.  During this holiday season, we’re highlighting some fantastic trumpets for under two grand, including demo deals, pre-owned gems,...

Find Your Perfect B♭ Trumpet: Modern Powerhouses to Vintage Gems At Houghton Horns, we’re brass nerds through and through. Whether it’s the classic warmth of a Bach, the flexibility of...

Ever wonder how the serial number stamp relates to the vintage of your Conn instrument? We got you! Trumpet and Cornet Serial numbers are located on the valve block, stamped...

Ever wonder how the serial number stamp relates to the vintage of your Bach trumpet or trombone? We got you!

As Dennis and I get ready to travel to our new home in Elizabeth, PA, I wanted to clarify a few things and outline what's happening in this blog post. 

Recruiting and retaining students in music programs is an ongoing challenge, and keeping them engaged doesn’t just happen by accident. These three tips focus on leveraging testimonials for recruitment, building...

Woohoo! They did it! Your student has persevered through years of essays and standardized testing to snag that priceless diploma. Here are some suggestions for colorful and practical gifts that...

Building a successful band program goes beyond teaching notes and rhythms—it requires fostering a culture of compassion and collaboration among students. When young musicians feel valued, supported, and connected, they...