Articles - Houghton Horns
Engelbert Schmid Double Horn – QuickPlay
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What Are the Different Parts of a French Horn?
You might hear a French horn being described in terms of “bore size” or “lever action”. But what do these terms mean? Here’s an introduction to some of the terminology...
Brass vs. Stainless Steel Mouthpieces – Explained
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The Verus KX – One of the best French horns you can get!
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Does a different Bell Flare really MATTER?
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Rare Brass Instrument Collection
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Introducing the Verus KX
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My Student Needs a Horn
Buying a new instrument for yourself is a ton of fun, but helping someone else choose one can be nerve-wracking. How can a teacher guide a student to find the...
Anatomy of a Horn Mouthpiece
Have you ever heard people throwing around words like ‘backbore’ and ‘rim contour’ and wondered what they mean? Here’s your guide to the anatomy of a horn mouthpiece. Material of...
Brass Instrument Mouthpiece Bore Chart
Listed in order from largest to smallest. The larger the bore, the bigger and less focused the sound. Why do the bore sizes increase as the width of the mouthpiece...
