Dear List,
I play on a Holton 281 (a Farkas horn with a rose brass screw bell) and I
have a problem with the edgy sound. I am going to describe it as best I can,
if something is unclear, let me know and I will try to clarify before
someone gets angry (I realize that might take all the fun out of it).
There is a point on the dynamic spectrum at which I can no longer play with
a 'normal' tone. At this point, which isn't very loud, the sound gets edgy
and I don't feel that I have much control over the tone quality. For some
time now, I have tried without success to get this problem under control. I
realize that this brassy, edgy sound can sometimes be desirable as an
effect. However, the undesirable sound is produced whether I am trying to
sound brassy or not.
Is there a set of etudes for this kind of problem? I would appreciate any
advice on the subject. Thanks in advance.
William Foss
Paul Ingraham's advice to young horn players:
Find a good teacher. Practice diligently. Watch what you say to your
colleagues.
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