Re: [Hornlist] NHR Healthcare in Europe
I really do not think we should discuss NHR topics on this list. I just wanted a little insight from one of our British members. That is why I posted my personal email for anyone who would be so kind as to answer a couple questions. That way I would preserve the topical integrity of this list. Thanks, Luke Zyla first and formost a horn player. - Original Message - From: "Milton Kicklighter" To: "The Horn List" Sent: Tuesday, August 18, 2009 10:10 PM Subject: Re: [Hornlist] NHR Healthcare in Europe Hey Guys, It might be interesting to discuss some of these health issues here on the list. Since I have a condition that pushed my retirement up a little, knowing about how other systems in the world work might be helpful to all of us. Up to you guys though --- On Tue, 8/18/09, Anne Megenity wrote: From: Anne Megenity Subject: Re: [Hornlist] NHR Healthcare in Europe To: "The Horn List" Date: Tuesday, August 18, 2009, 7:02 PM Would appreciate also receiving that info, TIA. amegen...@comcast.net - Original Message - From: "Luke Zyla" To: "Horn List" Sent: Tuesday, August 18, 2009 6:47 PM Subject: [Hornlist] NHR Healthcare in Europe Those of you outside the US may know of our debate on the issue of healthcare in the US. Is there someone from the UK that could answer a few questions on the UK healthcare system? Please contact me off list if you could. Thanks, Luke Zyla lz...@suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/amegenity%40comcast.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/kicklighgter%40yahoo.com ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
[Hornlist] NHR Healthcare in Europe
Those of you outside the US may know of our debate on the issue of healthcare in the US. Is there someone from the UK that could answer a few questions on the UK healthcare system? Please contact me off list if you could. Thanks, Luke Zyla lz...@suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] Recording
I just purchased a Zoom H4 recorder. It is a terrific device. Several places have them on sale because there is a newer version coming out. I purchased mine from N Stuff Music near Pittsburgh for only $219. http://www.nstuffmusic.com/search.aspx?SearchTerm=zoom+h4&showpics=1 - Original Message - From: "Allen Smithson" To: "The Horn List" Sent: Thursday, July 30, 2009 7:40 PM Subject: [Hornlist] Recording Hello All,I'm currently shopping for a recording device so I can quickly listen to practice sessions, lessons, auditions, and so on. I've been reading some reviews on digital recording devices but I'm worried that these devices will work great for voice recording and horribly for recording a horn. What do you all use/like? Any help would greatly appreciated.Thanks,Allen ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
[Hornlist] horn with electronic instrument
I recently heard a fascinating piece for flute and computer on the new recording by the Pittsburgh Music Ensemble entitled "Against the Emptiness" Here is a description: Lizamander was written for Elizabeth McNutt. It is the second in a series of works for solo instruments and Max/MSP. The computer captures material played by the solo instrument during the performance and uses that material (as well as some pre-recorded sounds) to generate a syncopated rhythmic accompaniment. The computer tracks the pitch of the flute throughout, and uses this information to follow a preset list of cues, which trigger a variety of real-time processing techniques, including time stretching, pitch shifting, and contrapuntal harmonization. Composer:Russell Pinkston Is anyone aware of a similar type of piece for horn? I have heard plenty of pieces for horn and recorded electronic sounds (horn and tape for you old guys). I contacted the composer and he says that he has not written such a piece. This music seems to be more interactive which allows the performer to be more expressive by not having to keep up with a pre-recorded sound track. CORdially, Luke Zyla, 2nd horn West Virginia Symphony Orchestra ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] trios for three horns
Oh boy, this is going to be fun. Luke Zyla - Original Message - From: To: Sent: Tuesday, May 19, 2009 10:28 PM Subject: [Hornlist] trios for three horns Can anyone recommend trio repertoire for 3 horns? Preferably on the more serious side, not transcribed or arranged, and at college level. Thank you. ** An Excellent Credit Score is 750. See Yours in Just 2 Easy Steps! (http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/100126575x1221823248x1201398651/aol?redir=http://www.freecreditreport.com/pm/default.aspx?sc=668072&hmpgID=62&; bcd=MayExcfooter51609NO62) ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] Horn Quartet Music
If you want to have a challenge and great fun, order the Fripperies by Lowell Shaw. There are at least 6 volumes of these great jazz quartets. The 4th horn parts are absolutely awesome! There are lots of recommendations for quartet literature on Thomas Bacon's website: www.hornplanet.com Luke Zyla, 2nd horn West Virginia Symphony Orchestra - Original Message - From: "A Reece" To: Sent: Monday, March 16, 2009 9:55 PM Subject: [Hornlist] Horn Quartet Music Hello all, I am a high school senior who just formed a horn quartet with my friends. We are a fairly good group and we enjoy playing together but now we are looking for some quality quartet music to play. Does anyone have recommendations for good quality horn quartets/horn quartet books? We're hoping to eventually have enough material to play some gigs (I am in the quartet for the enjoyment of it, but others became serious with the potential to make money). More specifically, does anyone know of a quartet arrangement for John Williams/Star Wars music? (one of our members is a passionate Star Wars fan and we've been looking all over for any sort of quartet arrangement with the thought that we could transpose a string quartet, etc. if necessary). Thanks for your advice, Alex Reece 4th Horn ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] RE: Slide Grease and Valve Oil
Ken and listers, I agree with Hans on the dezinc. issue. Early Yamaha student instruments had a terrible problem with this, especiall the outer slide of the student trombones. I have noticed this with other off brand, cheap student trombones and trumpets. What is very important is to keep your leadpipe clean. I made a swab for mine so I clean it very often. My experience with putting oil in my horn is that it creates an emusion with the water vapor and makes it difficult to empty all of the water. The annoying gurgling becomes maddening. As Hans remarks, my recommendations may not suit every situation. All I know is that my valves work like lightning and they are clean as a whistle. No "red rot", green gunk, or other flotsam. Luke Zyla - Original Message - From: To: "The Horn List" Sent: Wednesday, March 04, 2009 9:02 AM Subject: Re: [Hornlist] RE: Slide Grease and Valve Oil Sorry, Ken, these "red rot" story is a bit different. It does occur on unlacquered instruments rarely, but it does occur a lot on lacquered instruments. Why ? Because many makers, even famous, do not remove the excess solder by hand (scratching it away; enormous extra costs because time consuming), but remove it in an acidic bath. This bath has to be neutralized most carefully, otherwise some particles of the acid may remain on the metal surface & be over lacquered. Then the process of zinc pest can begin. Ken´s recommendation of oiling the horns inside can be special supported for those players, who produce a very acidic saliva. I am fortunate, as I never had such kind of a problem. And finally: all the recommendation can be made only on an average, not for special situations, climate, etc. -Original Message- Date: Wed, 04 Mar 2009 13:31:24 +0100 Subject: [Hornlist] RE: Slide Grease and Valve Oil From: "Kenneth Pope" To: "h...@music. memphis. edu" Luke Zyla writes: "About oiling the valves. There are only two bearings on rotor valves.? The rotor surfaces do not touch the sides of the valve casing, so it in not necessary to oil inside the valve.? Adding oil inside the valve only creates a mess that must be cleaned out or diluted by adding more and more oil.? Start by removing the valves and clean them well.? Oil only the bearings upon reassembly.? Your valves will work quickly and need only very occasional oiling on the top and bottom bearings.? Heed Hans' advice and stop over oiling your valves. CORdially, Luke Zyla" Boy, Luke, I couldn't disagree with you more on your advice. To me, the oiling of your horn is less for the sake of providing lubrication on the thrust bearings, but more for PROTECTION from Red Rot. It is when the moisture comes in contact with the Zinc in the brass of your horn that the horn can become more susceptible to dezincification (red rot). A thin film of oil not only prevents this, but it also keeps your horn CLEAN. Of course, it's also a good idea to provide oil for all parts that come in conctact with each other, AND the film of oil will also create a better seal for your valves. If a player finds that their valves are getting slow - that typically is from the over use of the Linkage or Bearing oils (under the cap and by the bumpers). Hans' advice is to stop OVER oiling your valves - NOT to stop oiling them. But, Luke, your advice might be good for my business! :) Sincerely Ken Pope 'Just put your lips together and Blow' Pope Instrument Repair 80 Wenham St. Jamaica Plain, MA 02130 (617)522-0532 http://www.poperepair.com ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/hans%40pizka.de ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] Slide grease - differentperspective
Hans wrote: What kind of junk horns are they playing ? The new Conn horns are very poorly made and the slides don't work smoothly even when brand new! Junk! Luke Zyla Paxman Model 20L (Great slides!) - Original Message - From: To: "The Horn List" Sent: Tuesday, March 03, 2009 12:38 PM Subject: Re: [Hornlist] Slide grease - differentperspective Why do slides get loose ? Because of too much polishing. Basta. I have used one horn from 1989 to 1999 extensively, means about 300 services in my orchestra/year plus all the other gigs & concerts & solo work, but the slides are as tight as on the first day, even the two tuning slides are not loose, but what the hell are so many doing with their horns, that the slides get loose What kind of junk horns are they playing ? -Original Message- Date: Tue, 03 Mar 2009 18:07:03 +0100 Subject: RE: [Hornlist] Slide grease - different perspective From: "Reicher, Tom" To: "The Horn List" Agree about the loose slide theory, based on two horns that I use, one with loose slides and the other with tight slides. The former requires more frequent applications of slide grease than the latter. Presumably, the valve oil is able to seep over the sliding surface and decompose the slide grease. This thread is beginning to resemble "the puzzler," for those familiar with the radio program, Car Talk. ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] Slide Grease and valve oil
Check out the wikipedia entry on lanolin: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lanolin I find the lanolin combines with the condensation inside the horn and creates an emulsion that make the horn gurgle and is difficult to remove without cleaning the horn with a good solvent (soap) and brush. About oiling the valves. There are only two bearings on rotor valves. The rotor surfaces do not touch the sides of the valve casing, so it in not necessary to oil inside the valve. Adding oil inside the valve only creates a mess that must be cleaned out or diluted by adding more and more oil. Start by removing the valves and clean them well. Oil only the bearings upon reassembly. Your valves will work quickly and need only very occasional oiling on the top and bottom bearings. Heed Hans' advice and stop over oiling your valves. CORdially, Luke Zyla - Original Message - From: "David A. Jewell" To: "The Horn List" Sent: Tuesday, March 03, 2009 10:39 AM Subject: Re: [Hornlist] Slide Grease From: Martin Bender To: The Horn List Sent: Tuesday, March 3, 2009 8:13:37 AM Subject: Re: [Hornlist] Slide Grease ...It's really rendered sheep fat (which has a biologic source) and supports the growth of stuff inside your horn where it is warm and damp-- conditions which bacteria really like. Sincerely, martin bender Not to pick a nit but lanolin is not really sheep fat. It is a naturally occurring chemical that coats the fleece. It comes from the outside of the animal, not the inside. But I agree with the advice about not using it - it can eventually decompose, become really smelly, and the worst of it Martin stated above. Paxmaha ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
[Hornlist] Favorite Pieces from youth
I am presenting a lecture on horn pedagogy at the state music educators convention in the spring. I am putting together a list of some of my favorite solos from my youth and the tunes my son played as he was growing up. Several tunes were recommended by Thomas Bacon via his web site. I want to invite everyone to submit the names of pieces that you may have enjoyed as a young horn player that may not be on the list of "standard" pieces for horn solo. Perhaps my favorite is "Four Easy Pieces" by Alec Wilder (Margun Music publisher). My son played this in elementary school. I will never forget his smile after playing the little horn glissando at the end of one of the movements. Please add any of your favorites. Thanks, Luke Zyla, 2nd horn WV Symphony Orchestra www.wvsymphony.org ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] Berlin Philharmonic Digital Concert Hall
I noticed on the payment screen for a season ticket that there is a place for a coupon code. Does anyone know of one? Luke Zyla - Original Message - From: "Cathryn Cummings" To: Sent: Sunday, January 11, 2009 9:34 AM Subject: [Hornlist] Berlin Philharmonic Digital Concert Hall The Berlin Philharmonic has now made their concerts available online. It's the most amazing thing--I can watch live Berlin Phil. concerts from Rhode Island, via my computer! So far I have just seen the Brahms First Symphony, but the audio and visual quality is incredible (not to mention the incredibly high level of playing). The fees for this service are reasonable, and you can choose the whole concert or just a particular piece; you can even get a season pass. I highly recommend this service, especially for people who don't have easy access to a world-class orchestra. For more information, go to http://dch.berliner-philharmoniker.de/#/en/ Cathryn Cummings ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] Berlin Philharmonic Digital Concert Hall
Cathy, Thanks for the information. This is great! Luke Zyla - Original Message - From: "Cathryn Cummings" To: Sent: Sunday, January 11, 2009 9:34 AM Subject: [Hornlist] Berlin Philharmonic Digital Concert Hall The Berlin Philharmonic has now made their concerts available online. It's the most amazing thing--I can watch live Berlin Phil. concerts from Rhode Island, via my computer! So far I have just seen the Brahms First Symphony, but the audio and visual quality is incredible (not to mention the incredibly high level of playing). The fees for this service are reasonable, and you can choose the whole concert or just a particular piece; you can even get a season pass. I highly recommend this service, especially for people who don't have easy access to a world-class orchestra. For more information, go to http://dch.berliner-philharmoniker.de/#/en/ Cathryn Cummings ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] Vienna Phil
Han, Can you please relay our congratulations to the horn section of the Vienna Philharmonic via your source? It was a terrific concert! After watching the broadcast, I was online looking for vaction tours to Austria. Are there any Americans on the list who can recommend a good tour company? Luke Zyla - Original Message - From: To: "The Horn List" Sent: Friday, January 02, 2009 3:16 PM Subject: Re: [Hornlist] Vienna Phil YEs. my source in Vienna confirmed that he used the Paxman f-high F. The other hornplayers were: Lars Michael Stransky, as assistant, sitting left from Tomboeck (from viewer perspective), Jancovic on 2nd (sitting right from Tomboeck, from our view), second row: left: Thomas Joebstl playing 3rd & right: Manuel Huber on 4rth. All horns sound as terrific as the whole orchestra. I have the impression, Barenboim has still kept his beautiful naive romantic musicianship as a very young man. Rare & wonderful. There is no orchestra in the world with a similar warm, velvet & rich & light sound the same time. -Original Message- Date: Fri, 02 Jan 2009 20:18:30 +0100 Subject: Re: [Hornlist] Vienna Phil From: pmji...@aol.com To: horn@music.memphis.edu From the glimpse I got from the broadcast, it looked like Tomboeck was playing a Paxman. I have a DVD of the Mozart little G-minor Symphony on which he and Roland Berger play the Paxman F/ high F doubles. I love hearing Tomboeck, he has such a terrific sound.. Pete Jilka Kansas City, MO -Original Message- From: Paul Rincon To: hans.pi...@t-online.de ; The Horn List Sent: Fri, 2 Jan 2009 8:52 am Subject: Re: [Hornlist] Vienna Phil It seemed as though Tomböck was using a shorter crook for the Haydn "Farewell". If I remember correctly, it had one little turn on it. Maybe an A crook? Probably the best playing of that solo that I've ever heard. The 2nd horn (don't know who it was) sounded amazing as well. Paul On Fri, Jan 2, 2009 at 2:36 AM, hans.pi...@t-online.de < hans.pi...@t-online.de> wrote: After Herbert von Karajan conducted the 1988 New Year´s Concert, Daniel Barenboim conducted a wonderful romantic concert. The Vienna Phil sounded incredibly sweet, velvet & light this year. And Wolfgang Tomböck . and his colleagues . not only the single F Horns, but also the players . there is no better adjectiv than IDEAL. ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/parsifal560sec%40gmail.com ___ post: h...@mu sic.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/pmjilka%40aol.com ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/hans%40pizka.de ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] STOLEN HORN NYC RAUCH MODEL 1
Be certain to check ebay and other online sites. Luke Zyla - Original Message - From: "Chris Wilhjelm" To: ; ; ; Sent: Friday, January 02, 2009 9:20 AM Subject: Re: [Hornlist] STOLEN HORN NYC RAUCH MODEL 1 thanks Aleks for posting this so quickly, I am going to paste Dan Wion's message below, all of the particulars should be here: Dear fellow horn players, Tonight my car was broken into in the West Village New York City and my Rauch was stolen. It is a Rauch Model 1, fixed bell in a fixed bell black cordura Marcus Bona case. The music bag is attached. The serial number on the horn is 349. I filled out a police report and will be calling pawn shops in the area. Please keep an eye out for my horn, and please circulate this to as many horn players as possible. It was stolen in NY, but a horn like this could eventually end up anywhere. Thank you for any help you can provide. Dan Wions d...@livemusicconsulting.com 908-625-0339 cell 908-359-8328 home "Aleks Ozolins" 01/01/09 11:42 PM >>> My good friend has just called me and he has had his horn stolen out of his car in the West Village New York City tonight. He has asked me to write this email. It is a Rauch Model 1, fixed bell in a fixed bell black cordura Marcus Bona case. The music bag is attached I believe. The serial number on the horn is (I think) 349 or VERY CLOSE. Please, if you see anything contact Dan Wions @ 908.359,.8328 (home) or 908.625.0339 (cell) or call me @ 973.464.5242. Dan's email address is dan3598...@aol.com. Thank You, Aleks Ozolins ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/cwilhjelm%40pascack.k12.nj.us ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] Vienna Phil
I agree with Jay. Too bad my TV has such poor sound. Even so, it was an amazing performance. The video and sound engineering is outstanding! This production made the NY Philharmonic's broadcast look and sound like a home video. Luke Zyla - Original Message - From: "Jay Kosta" To: Sent: Friday, January 02, 2009 9:28 AM Subject: [Hornlist] Vienna Phil My wife (an extremely good 'listener' of music), thought the VPO played better in this year's New Year's Day concert than they had in the previous 5 or 6. She attributed it to the players seeming to really enjoy being there, and that they were enjoying the music. Also she mentioned that the sound was more clear, and each section and soloist could be heard more distinctly. In past years, she said it sounded like the players had 'telephoned in' their parts Jay Kosta Endwell NY ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
[Hornlist] Vienna Phil
Bravo Vienna Philharmonic for a terrific New Year's Day Concert. What a beautiful horn sound! Luke Zyla ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] Mouthpiece problem - the Day after
Maybe you need a new mouthpiece! Anyone have any recommendations for Lawrence? Luke - Original Message - From: To: Sent: Thursday, January 01, 2009 2:03 PM Subject: Re: [Hornlist] Mouthpiece problem - the Day after I've used the same mouthpiece for over thirty years now - still can't play the bl**dy instrument! Cheers, Lawrence lawrenceyates.co.uk ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] Mouthpiece problem - the Day after
Lawrence, Happy New Year to you too! My horn is right here. I'm thinking about getting a new mouthpiece. Luke - Original Message - From: To: Sent: Thursday, January 01, 2009 10:49 AM Subject: Re: [Hornlist] Mouthpiece problem - the Day after Hi Luke, Happy New Year - I hope your head is feeling better than mine is! (and I still don't know where my horn is!) Cheers, Lawrence lawrenceyates.co.uk ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] Mouthpiece problem
Goodness Lawrence, isn't about time to go to bed? Luke Zyla 8:32 p.m. - Original Message - From: To: Sent: Wednesday, December 31, 2008 7:19 PM Subject: Re: [Hornlist] Mouthpiece problem I'm sure it must be the time difference but I cannot believe that people are discussing mouthpiece problems on New Year's Eve! :-) All the best for the new year to all of you. cheers, Lawrence lawrenceyates.co.uk ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] Mouthpiece problem "You know your a horn geek when...."
You know your a horn geek when you sit at home on New Years Eve talking about horn mouthpieces and watching the NY Philharmonic on public TV. Luke Zyla - Original Message - From: To: Sent: Wednesday, December 31, 2008 7:19 PM Subject: Re: [Hornlist] Mouthpiece problem I'm sure it must be the time difference but I cannot believe that people are discussing mouthpiece problems on New Year's Eve! :-) All the best for the new year to all of you. cheers, Lawrence lawrenceyates.co.uk ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] Mouthpiece problem
You should use a medium sized mouthpiece with an 8-D. After you play on it a while, you will be able to produce a good tone and you high register will be fine. I put a Lawson leadpipe on my 8-D (made in 1968) and it was much better in the high register. Recently, I started using a small mouthpiece on my Paxman Model 20L which is slightly larger than an 8-D. I was surprised to find that it worked very well in the low register and the high register is great. It is interesting to note that the mouthpiece that comes with the 8-D (7B-W) is a small mouthpiece. Maybe the company knows what they are doing? CORdially, Luke Zyla 2nd horn, WV Symphony Orchestra www.wvsymphony.org - Original Message - From: "Joseph Scriva" To: Sent: Wednesday, December 31, 2008 6:49 PM Subject: [Hornlist] Mouthpiece problem Dear list, It seems that i've just run into a problem. I recently got a new Conn 8DS (screw bell). Im in highschool and ive wanted it for a while, so i was very happy. I also got a new Denis Wick 4N (largest cup, narrow rim). I used to play on a Laskey 70G and i felt like i was playing a trumpet (on the schools yamaha that i was using atleast) so i bought the mouthpiece before i got the horn. The 4N makes the 8DS sound amazing with a big, fat, rich and creamy tone, well atleast up until high F. My normal range usually includes everything up to high C. but this mouthpiece makes my tone sound very shallow up till high G, then i cant play anything above that. i figured i better try out my trusty old Laskey to see if i can still hit it. the laskey made me sound so terrible and pinched, and feels so small now, but i could hit a high C and then some. it seems to me that i've gotten too accustomed to the 4N, because of its large cup and rim size. Am i right? should i keep practicing on the 4N until i can strengthen my lips? are there anyways to speed up the process? Thanks, Joe ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] Don't forget to floss!!!
What? Some people actually play with the button thingies on their horn? Handhorn Forever! Luke Zyla www.wvsymphony.org - Original Message - From: To: Sent: Tuesday, December 16, 2008 9:36 AM Subject: Re: [Hornlist] Don't forget to floss!!! Hi Bob, now, .. is that the good news ... or the bad news?? Regards, Jerry in Kansas City In a message dated 12/16/2008 3:21:13 A.M. Central Standard Time, dic...@uidaho.edu writes: My colleagues all said they didn't notice anything unusual. **Make your life easier with all your friends, email, and favorite sites in one place. Try it now. (http://www.aol.com/?optin=new-dp&icid=aolcom40vanity&ncid=emlcntaolcom0010) ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
[Hornlist] Masters Recital
Dear Horn Friends, My son, Marc, will be presenting his recital for his Masters Degree in Horn Performance this Sunday, December 7 at 2:00 p.m. in the Alumni Concert Hall at Carnegie-Mellon University in Pittsburgh, PA. The program will include: Paul Basler "Dance Fool! Dance!" Oliver Knussen "Concerto" Paul Hindemith "Sonata in Eb" David Sampson "Morning Music" for brass quintet If you would like to view the webcast of this event, go to http://destination.cfa.cmu.edu The link will be active 15 minutes before concert time, Eastern Time (New York time zone). Your computer must have Quicktime 6.0 or higher (free download at http://www.apple.com/quicktime) Marc is a student of William Caballero, principal horn of the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra. He received his bachelors degree from West Virginia University where he studied with Virginia Thompson. Marc has also studied with C.Scott Smith at Ohio University, Bob Lauver of the Pittsburgh Symphony, Erik Ralske of the NY Philharmonic, and me. I hope that any of you in the vicinity will come to the recital and those of you from afar will tune into the webcast. Thanks, Luke Zyla, 2nd horn WV Symphony Orchestra www.wvsymphony.org ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] beware of fraud on internet
I notified ebay.uk. It is also listed on vivastreet. Luke Zyla - Original Message - From: "Tim Costen" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "'The Horn List'" Sent: Saturday, November 22, 2008 3:48 PM Subject: RE: [Hornlist] beware of fraud on internet Fraudulent adverts using what I assume was your details haave popped up on Gumtree here in the UK several times in the last month or two - I know Tony Halstead alerted the web site and got the adverts removed. Have you alerted ebay.uk? Tim Costen -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Luke Zyla Sent: 22 November 2008 19:37 To: Horn List Subject: [Hornlist] beware of fraud on internet Dear Hornlisters, Someone is trying to auction my sons Paxman Model 70 triple on ebay and several other sites. The guy used the pictures from ebay when I bought this horn recently. The serial number is 128111. If you see this for sale on any site, you may want to report it to the manager of the site. My son contacted the guy and he said he would sell him his horn for $3500. Quite a bargain! Luke Zyla 2nd horn, WV Symphony www.wvsymphony.org ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/tim.costen%40isode.com ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
[Hornlist] beware of fraud on internet
Dear Hornlisters, Someone is trying to auction my sons Paxman Model 70 triple on ebay and several other sites. The guy used the pictures from ebay when I bought this horn recently. The serial number is 128111. If you see this for sale on any site, you may want to report it to the manager of the site. My son contacted the guy and he said he would sell him his horn for $3500. Quite a bargain! Luke Zyla 2nd horn, WV Symphony www.wvsymphony.org ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] How to convince others
Most of the time it is the sound created when letting the air out of a tire. :) Luke Zyla - Original Message - From: "Mathew James" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "horn list" Sent: Thursday, October 30, 2008 9:33 PM Subject: [Hornlist] How to convince others Hey all, I was wondering if anyone had any advice on how to convince people. that FF is a sometimes dynamic -- Mathew James ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] bell manufacturers
I just need a replacement. Their current bells are not compatible with the 1980 horns. The new large bell is slightly smaller than the old large. Luke Zyla - Original Message - From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Sunday, October 12, 2008 5:30 PM Subject: Re: [Hornlist] bell manufacturers Hi, Paxman should have several bell options for your horn. I guess you're looking for other options? Regards,Jerry in Kansas City In a message dated 10/12/2008 2:49:32 P.M. Central Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: So far, I have Bernd Sandner and Ewald Meinl. Any others out there? Luke Zyla **New MapQuest Local shows what's happening at your destination. Dining, Movies, Events, News & more. Try it out (http://local.mapquest.com/?ncid=emlcntnew0002) ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] bell manufacturers
I wanted to clarify my request. I am familiar with several manufacturers of bell flares. I need the entire bell which includes the bell tail up to the first branch. I have three patches on my current bell tail and would like to replace the entire bell, not just the bell flare. So far, I have Bernd Sandner and Ewald Meinl. Any others out there? Luke Zyla - Original Message - From: "Mathew James" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Horn List" Sent: Sunday, October 12, 2008 12:05 PM Subject: Re: [Hornlist] bell manufacturers I have an ambronze bell made for me by Mark Atkinson. Atkinson horns. And I am extrremely happy and can't say enough about his workmanship. Mathew James ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
[Hornlist] bell manufacturers
I am considering installing a new bell and bell tail on my 1980 Paxman model 20L. I know of one bell maker that can make a bell to ones specifications: Bernd Sandner http://www.schallstueck.de/english/index.htm Does anyone know anyone else that provides this service? Luke Zyla 2nd horn, WV Symphony Orchestra www.wvsymphony.org ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] Rutgers DMA Fellowship Available
Hi Doug, My son, Marc, is finishing his masters degree at Carnegie Mellon in Pittsburgh. He is studying with Bill Cabellero of the Pittsburgh Symphony. He is shopping for a place to earn his DMA. I will pass this information along to him. Thanks for the info, Luke Zyla - Original Message - From: "Douglas Lundeen" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Monday, October 06, 2008 2:22 PM Subject: [Hornlist] Rutgers DMA Fellowship Available Dear Students and Colleagues, Last year's announcement of scholarships on this forum received such strong response that I have a wonderful new class of graduate students this year (3MM's and one DMA). That said, I have been informed that there is all likelihood of an additional DMA Fellowship being awarded to the horn studio. These fellowships carry full-tuition and a $6K stipend. Live audition is required for award of scholarship, but with the cost of travel these days, I would encourage you to send a CD ahead of making any formal commitment to audition. Anyone who does come to audition receives a free sample lesson and lunch or dinner on me:) All best wishes to the horn community, Dr. Douglas Lundeen Assoc. Prof. of Horn Mason Gross School of the Arts Rutgers University ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] Passion of Paris
Brie, delightful Brie! - Original Message - From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Sunday, August 31, 2008 2:09 PM Subject: [Hornlist] Passion of Paris Luke, please define 'cheesy'. Your post was unclear as to whether this was a good thing or bad. Did the music have holes in it like Swiss cheese, have an unpleasant odor like Limburger or was it soft and creamy like Brie? William Botte ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
[Hornlist] cool recording
I picked up an old LP at an antique store today entitled "The Passion of Paris". Lots of wonderfully cheesy arrangements by Hal Mooney including "Autumn Leaves", "Under Paris Skies", and "La Seine". Absolutely flawless playing. The orchestra is listed on the record notes. The horn section is: John Barrows, Jimmy Buffington, Ray Alonge, and Earl Chapin. The horn playing is heavenly! Beautiful, lyrical, and effortless. What a wonderful record of days gone by. Another notable musician in the orchestra is the fourth trumpet; Carl Severinsen. AKA Doc Severinsen. Luke Zyla, 2nd horn WV Symphony Orchestra www.wvsymphony.org ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] Bag for extra bell/flare?
Contact Dave Messina. He can make a case for anything. They are very high quality. http://messinacovers.net/ Luke Zyla 2nd horn WV Symphony Orchestra www.wvsymphony.org - Original Message - From: "Otto Henry" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Thursday, August 07, 2008 12:38 PM Subject: [Hornlist] Bag for extra bell/flare? Anybody know where I can buy some kind of gig bag or protective container for an extra screwbell? Thanks, Otto ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] Bad experience with David Thompson store
I have done lots of business with Dave. Always pleased with the service. Luke Zyla Parkersburg, WV 2nd horn, WV Symphony Orchestra www.wvsymphony.org - Original Message - From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Saturday, July 26, 2008 6:45 PM Subject: Re: [Hornlist] Bad experience with David Thompson store Wee everyone has an opinion, I have done business with Dave many times and no complaints, products delivered and e-mails answered. John Wilber Flagstaff AZ In a message dated 7/26/2008 2:15:10 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Hello Guy I ordered the Hindemith Trumpet Sonata at David Thompson store and I didn't receive it yet. I ordered it in November and I sent several e-mails asking for track and trace number, but they were never answered! I'm here not only to complain, but also to advise people that they never give feed backs. Even if one day I receive the Sonata I will never again buy at David Thompson store. Take care Robson ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/johnlwilber%40aol.com **Get fantasy football with free live scoring. Sign up for FanHouse Fantasy Football today. (http://www.fanhouse.com/fantasyaffair?ncid=aolspr000520) ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] Holton h281
The Holton horn is a good instrument. I played one for several years before I purchased my Paxman Model 20L. I don't know of any connection between Holton and any other company. My advice is to play as many different instruments as you can and select the one that feels the best to you. If you stay with a major brand, you will probably get a good instrument. The Conn 8D has gone through some bad times, so be careful when buying a previously owned instrument. Best of luck with horn hunting. Luke Zyla - Original Message - From: "John Stacy" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Tuesday, June 24, 2008 11:05 PM Subject: [Hornlist] Holton h281 The Holton h281 Farkas horn is one I am planning to purchase in the future(perferably near). What are the advantages or disadvantages specific to this horn compared to say...a Conn 8D or 6D? Or a lesser model? What about the obscure connection to a Paxman or European-bought Alex? Particular any huge disadvantages _ Earn cashback on your purchases with Live Search - the search that pays you back! http://search.live.com/cashback/?&pkw=form=MIJAAF/publ=HMTGL/crea=earncashback___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] An unusual response
In my youth, I wrote a letter to Phillip Farkas asking him what would be the best instrument to play in marching band as we had no mellophones. He said that he played the sousaphone in the marching band when he was in high school. He did say that I should practice my horn every day durning marching season so as not to lose my horn embouchure. I ended up playing the euphonium, which was a real hoot since, our band being a military style band, I got to play all those glorious countermelodies in the marches instead of the upbeats. CORdially, Luke Zyla - Original Message - From: "Loren Mayhew" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "'The Horn List'" Sent: Saturday, June 14, 2008 5:02 PM Subject: RE: [Hornlist] An unusual response Trombones, Baritones, Euphonium, tubas and their siblings have large mouthpieces. In order to play them, you have to "free buzz" the notes because you can't use the rim to compensate for weak lip muscles as you can on the smaller horn and trumpet mouthpieces. This makes you lips stronger. When you go back to the horn, you can play with less pressure because your lip muscles vibrate better and are now stronger which has the effect of not cutting off the blood circulation to your lips so they have more endurance. At least that is my experience. Loren Mayhew [EMAIL PROTECTED] 001 (520) 289-0700 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of John Roberts-James Sent: Saturday, June 14, 2008 10:39 AM To: horn@music.memphis.edu Subject: [Hornlist] An unusual response In order to clear the room of flies and better understand its mysteries, I have recently taken up the trombone. A most surprising response, I find that after a short trombone session, my horn playing is significantly improved. My tone is better, my high notes are clearer. This puzzles me. But as I'm only a Beginner, no change to the number of flies. Any comments? (Even from Cabbage!) John Roberts-James Horn Student http://www.musicsolo.com ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/loren%40mayhews.us ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] MPC & tone quality
On several occassions, I have had young students sound better than myself right out of the gate on a school horn. Thank goodness for the wisdom of age and benefits of experience. ;) LZ - Original Message - From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Saturday, June 14, 2008 2:56 AM Subject: Re: [Hornlist] MPC & tone quality In a message dated 14/06/2008 04:19:19 GMT Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: "The biggest influence on tone quality is the player." Absolutely! On several occasions when players have bought new instruments I have noticed that they sound different for a week or two then once they settle down with the instrument they start to sound like themselves. (I'm talking about experienced players here - with young students I've found that the instrument does make a difference, especially when they have been playing on a lousy school instrument and change to a "real" one). Cheers, Lawrence lawrenceyates.co.uk ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] MPC & tone quality
Valerie in Tacoma, The biggest influence on tone quality is the player. Over the past 26 years, our principal horn of the WV Symphony, Marsha Palmer, has played several different horns including a Holton Farkas, Paxman 20L, Conn 8-D, and now a Schmid Triple. She has played many different mouthpieces. Low and behold, she always sounds like Marsha Palmer: terrific! I have played a Holton Farkas, a Paxman 20L and a Conn 8-D. I have returned to my Paxman with a Lawson Mouthpiece. Guess what, I still sound like me! The only real difference that I have noticed with each change in equipment was the level of confidence I experience. I feel the most comfortable and confident with the Paxman. It just feels good to play that horn and I can blend well with Marsha. Notice that I did not say match her tone quality. I could never sound like Marsha and she could never sound like me, but we sound great together. I am not sure that I agree with Froydis. Mouthpieces all tend to sound the same after you become accustomed to the new mouthpiece. I just look for something that feels comfortable. I have recently changed to a Lawson F660 which is a very shallow mouthpiece. I was surprised how well it plays in the low register and the high register is sweet! I have always played pretty big mouthpieces, I played on a Holton DC for over 20 years, so this is a real revelation to me. However, I still sound pretty much like me. So, Valerie, you can expect that you will sound pretty much like Valerie for a long time. Find equipment that you feel comfortable with, but don't expect that it will make you sound like someone else. CORdially, Luke Zyla 2nd horn, West Virginia Symphony Orchestra - Original Message - From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Friday, June 13, 2008 9:52 PM Subject: [Hornlist] MPC & tone quality I read a paper by Froydis W. that said something to the effect that the mouthpiece (mpc) you play has more to do w/ your tone quality than the horn you play. (Please correct me if I'm wrong.) I recently had an experience that supports this idea. I met w/ a horn friend recently to check out our new gear -- our horns. I recently purchased a rose bronze Holton Merker and he'd just purchased a new Atkinson Erfert. The other guy had an absolutely gorgeous tone on his Atkinson horn. We traded horns, but not mouthpieces. To my surprize, he sounded almost exactly the same on my Merker as he did his Atkinson -- AND -- I sounded almost exactly the same on his Atkinson as I did on my Merker! It wasn't until we traded mouthpieces that we both sounded significantly different. His mpc is a Bach 7 & mine is a Farkas DC. His tone was bright & mine was very dark by comparison. I'm sure this isn't much of a revelation to the mouthpiece ghuru's out there, but it was a shocking revelation to me. The interesting thing though, is when I played his horn w/ his mpc I didn't sound like him. And, when he played my horn w/ my mpc, he didn't sound like me. Hmmm... I wonder what this all means...?? Guesses?? Comments?? Valerie in Tacoma Orlando Vacations - Click Here! http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL2131/fc/Ioyw6iifkfpixqlqvcnJOlDQ1IVsIrNcBwOe1n9QsIbfNMFLLv0L1S/ ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
[Hornlist] Franz Welser-Möst Comments
In a post concert interview, Franz Welser-Möst said that the Cleveland Orchestra is the most "European" of all American orchestras. I find this to be an interesting comment knowing that the horn section is a solid 8-D section, perhaps the last major American orchestra horn section to be so after NY Phil converted to the Schmid. I always thought that Boston was much more European in their concept. I have only heard Cleveland, Boston, Pittsburgh and Philadelphia in live concert. I certainly wouldn't consider Cleveland more "European" than the others. I wonder what makes an orchestra sound "European" rather than American? From the interview, it would seem that volume is a big factor. Of course, who knows how much was edited out of the interview. Any comments? Luke Zyla 2nd horn, West Virginia Symphony Orchestra (about as American as you can get) ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
[Hornlist] Cleaveland on PBS
The Cleaveland Orchestra is playing Bruckner 5 on PBS at this moment. I don't know if it will be broadcast again. Richard King and the gang sound great! Luke Zyla ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] Peter and the Wolf
But of course, that is the answer to life, the universe, and everything! Luke Zyla - Original Message - From: "Bill Gross" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "'The Horn List'" Sent: Tuesday, June 10, 2008 7:43 PM Subject: RE: [Hornlist] Peter and the Wolf Are you sure, I thought the correct answer is "42." ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] Peter and the Wolf
Smashing, what? Luke Zyla - Original Message - From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Tuesday, June 10, 2008 5:08 PM Subject: Re: [Hornlist] Peter and the Wolf In a message dated 10/06/2008 22:08:11 GMT Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: "Yea, dats whut I said!" Must be the accent! :-) lawrenceyates.co.uk ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] Peter and the Wolf
Yea, dats whut I said! - Original Message - From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Tuesday, June 10, 2008 4:49 PM Subject: Re: [Hornlist] Peter and the Wolf In a message dated 10/06/2008 21:49:10 GMT Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: "Hey, I know the answer! Three Horns. Luke Zyla, wolf number 2 WV Symphony Orchestra" No, the answer is three. Cheers, Lawrence lawrenceyates.co.uk ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
[Hornlist] Peter and the Wolf
Hey, I know the answer! Three Horns. Luke Zyla, wolf number 2 WV Symphony Orchestra By the way, this was the piece that inspired me to play the horn when I was a little guy. It was a live performance for a zillion little kids in the high school gymnasium by the orchestra that I would later join as 2nd horn. ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] Prelude to Act III Lohengrin
Is someone auditioning for Spokane? Luke Zyla - Original Message - From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Monday, April 28, 2008 8:52 PM Subject: [Hornlist] Prelude to Act III Lohengrin I'm trying to find a 4th part to the Prelude to Act III of Lohengrin by Wagner. Would anyone happen to have a scanned PDF version of it or a place I could buy it? Thanks! -William **Need a new ride? Check out the largest site for U.S. used car listings at AOL Autos. (http://autos.aol.com/used?NCID=aolcmp0030002851) ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] Counting rests
I think that we all search for the answer to this question. I have had similar experiences with miscounted rests too many times to admit. I think this is the number one cause of mistakes in any performance. Here are some things that might help: Use your fingers. Right hand will keep count of the tens and left hand the ones. For example, m. 24 would be two fingers on the right hand and five on the left. As you start from m. 1, open the hand for m.1-5 and close for 6-10. Split up long rests into smaller pieces that correspond to major entrances of other instruments. For example, in a 50 measure rest you can note that the woodwinds enter in m.23, the trumpet enter in m. 42, etc. I wouldn't split it by doing 23 measures then 19 measures, etc, because this would have you counting different groupings than you other horn mates. Count as a team. Have a subtle signal for the arrival at every rehearsal letter. Communicate with each other to help keep your place. If you play assistant, help the principal keep their place. It helps to know the piece well. Listen to recordings and try to get a score to study the piece. Dover publications has lots of very inexpensive scores. Hope this helps. Luke Zyla 2nd horn, WV Symphony Orchestra - Original Message - From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Horn List" Sent: Sunday, April 27, 2008 9:23 PM Subject: [Hornlist] Counting rests I'm going to ask - with some embarrassment - a question that I feel I shouldn't have to ask by now. But here goes anyway. I just played 5th horn in Mahler's 8th symphony, and my enjoyment was only tempered by the fact that I missed 3 entries. Now this wasn't helped by a part with lots of 'Tacet bis' passages, but I also miscounted one and daydreamed one. I've tried many things over the years: counting on my fingers; counting backwards (5234, 4234, 3234...); watching the conductor both for entries and to make sure I'm not counting in 2 when I should be counting in 4 or vice-versa. I've certainly got better, and I more-or-less hold down 1st in another orchestra. But it's perhaps the biggest bugbear of my playing: if I do come in I normally get the notes, and sometimes they're reasonably musical too. Trying to be analytical, a few things I've identified as problems are: - After a pause and change of time-signature, being uncertain whether the conductor's beating a bar rest with an upbeat, or a bar in. - Counting at the wrong speed (in 2 rather than 4, or vice-versa). - Continuing to count even after the entry (hence the counting backwards). - With a long sequence of rests, forgetting which rest I'm counting. - Counting long numbers (26,2; 27,2 - if it's at a fast tempo). I've certainly improved, but I'm still not where I should be. Does anybody have any other hints or ideas about other things that I might try. Also, do you all 'hear' the numbers as you count, or have you learned to count without doing this? I ask this following a discussion about reading - I don't hear the words as I read, but I do hear the numbers as I count and when they get large (4-syllables for '27') I think this might be slowing me up. Kit ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] Pines of Rome
When we played this piece, we used bass trumpets for that part. They are in B-flat. Check out this youtube clip of some real ones: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KQ_a7NDuq8Q Luke Zyla 2nd horn, WV Symphony Orchestra - Original Message - From: "Melvin Baldwin" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Horn Advice" Sent: Sunday, April 27, 2008 6:47 PM Subject: [Hornlist] Pines of Rome Hi Everyone, I want to make sure I transpose my part correctly. I have been given one page of music for movement IV. I pini della Via Appia. My part is called Buccina II in Si flat (o Flicorno Tenore). I'm assuming I am part of the second separate brass group that joins the orchestra at the very end of the piece. What is the transposition? B flat? or what? Thanks for your help. Melvin _ Express yourself wherever you are. Mobilize! http://www.gowindowslive.com/Mobile/Landing/Messenger/Default.aspx?Locale=en-US?ocid=TAG_APRIL___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] King Eroika horn
The King Eroica is a decent horn. Some of them are funky as far as intonation. They have a very large bell. The valves are excellent. The instrument is very sturdy. I had a friend that played one in college. She sounded fantastic. CORdially, Luke Zyla 2nd horn, WV Symphony Orchestra www.wvsymphony.org - Original Message - From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Friday, March 14, 2008 9:53 PM Subject: [Hornlist] King Eroika horn Anyone have any experience w/ the King Eroika horn? Please tell me about it. Valerie _ Be your own boss. Click here for information on starting your own business. http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL2111/fc/Ioyw6iieVCyWp1z4dfXQ0aMnugYn6I9nkJ0XgBMJSn0jcEXaV552Rm/ ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] Pro Tec cases
I had to send one back to the factory because the handles came off. It was under warranty but I had to pay the shipping both ways. Luke - Original Message - From: "Scott Hartman" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Monday, March 10, 2008 7:21 PM Subject: [Hornlist] Pro Tec cases Hi, I have a student who asked me about Pro Tec cases. Can you please let me know if you have an opinion on them? He's looking for a cut-bell case. Thanks, scottito ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] Alex flipper wrench
You probably can not buy just one. A full set is not expensive. Luke Zyla - Original Message - From: "Chris Tedesco" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Horn List" Sent: Thursday, February 28, 2008 4:20 AM Subject: [Hornlist] Alex flipper wrench Hello hornlist, I can't seem to find the wrench for my flipper anywhere. If I wanted to get a replacement at a hardware store, what size should I look for? Chris Looking for last minute shopping deals? Find them fast with Yahoo! Search. http://tools.search.yahoo.com/newsearch/category.php?category=shopping ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] Dvorak no.9
Hans, Phil had surgery shortly after the section appeared with our orchestra. It was either gastric bypass or a stapling. He was off for quite a while. It was a very necessary operation. The section had to sit while playing because Phil could not stand and he was having trouble with breathing, however you could not tell by his performance. It was a stunning performance despite his troubles with health. I am glad he was able to deal with the weight issue. I have never been impressed by Maazel on the podium. I heard him conduct the Pittsburgh Symphony and the result was similar. It is so difficult for musicians to perform well on big tours like that. So many horror stories are told. Pittsburgh just returned from a tour of Spain and other parts of Europe. The conductor took the concertmaster, principal clarinet, and horn out to dinner in Spain and they all got food poisoning. (except the conductor). Bill Cabellero toughed it out, but they had to have subs play for the concertmaster and principal clarinet. Bill says that this is not uncommon when on tour. The orchestra always takes a doctor with them. CORdially, Luke Zyla - Original Message - From: "hans" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "'The Horn List'" Sent: Thursday, February 28, 2008 3:53 AM Subject: RE: [Hornlist] Dvorak no.9 Hello Luke, I had the first thought about Maazel (two "a" please) and his bow tie, but at second look I recognized that is was one of these special French shirts (I got one many years ago, when I forgot the shirt saving an Alpine symphony in Toulouse with the Nice orchestra). His taste for the symphony, his manierism, ruined a lot. About the performance: it was sub-standard for NYP usual level. How did Phil manage to lose so much weight ? Very good for him. === -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Luke Zyla Sent: Wednesday, February 27, 2008 7:44 PM To: The Horn List Subject: Re: [Hornlist] Dvorak no.9 Hans I., Thanks for the links. I thought it was a very good performance. The NY section is one of the very finest in the world. Man, Phil can even miss a note and still sound great! They performed the Schumann Konzertstuck with us a few years ago. It was absolutely flawless! The most thrilling I have ever heard! Did the conductor forget his bow tie? I find this very upsetting. Seriously, I though his conducting was very lackadaisical. Especially in the second movement at rehearsal 3. Most conductors will subdivide here. Mazel just sat in the back seat while the orchestra made a complete mess of this. The orchestra could have used some help playing in a strange hall, especially a huge barn like that. I wonder if they could hear each other on stage. It seem that the general ensemble was on the loose side. By the way, the principal bassoon, Judy LeClair, began playing bassoon in the town next to mine: Vienna, WV. We performed together in a county honor band. Unfortunately, she moved to New England in the 10th grade. Her brother, David, is also a terrific musician. He was in the orchestra with me in when I was in 10th grade. He was a senior at the time. He performed the Greig Piano Concerto and the Eccles Sonata on bass on our spring concert. I is also a virtuoso tuba player. I remember him playing the Carnival of Venice on his Sousaphone during a break in marching band practice. He is second principal tubist and tutti-contrabassist in Sinfonieorchester Basel. Luke Zyla second horn, WV Symphony Orchestra www.wvsymphony.org - Original Message - From: "Johann Illich" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Cc: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Wednesday, February 27, 2008 11:08 AM Subject: Re: [Hornlist] Dvorak no.9 Hi! You can find a recording under: Part 1: http://mfile.akamai.com/39759/wmv/artegeie.download.akamai.c om/39759/mfile/arteprod/A7_SGT_ENC_02_039276-001-A_PG_MQ_DE. wmv?obj=9614f77576cf6ec288d09b301efda745 Part 2: http://mfile.akamai.com/39759/wmv/artegeie.download.akamai.c om/39759/mfile/arteprod/A7_SGT_ENC_02_039276-002-A_PG_MQ_DE. wmv?obj=d982b8545c3e63898d42ddee86fe8bf7 Cheers, Hans Illich ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40sudde nlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/hans%40pizka. de ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] Dvorak no.9
Hans I., Thanks for the links. I thought it was a very good performance. The NY section is one of the very finest in the world. Man, Phil can even miss a note and still sound great! They performed the Schumann Konzertstuck with us a few years ago. It was absolutely flawless! The most thrilling I have ever heard! Did the conductor forget his bow tie? I find this very upsetting. Seriously, I though his conducting was very lackadaisical. Especially in the second movement at rehearsal 3. Most conductors will subdivide here. Mazel just sat in the back seat while the orchestra made a complete mess of this. The orchestra could have used some help playing in a strange hall, especially a huge barn like that. I wonder if they could hear each other on stage. It seem that the general ensemble was on the loose side. By the way, the principal bassoon, Judy LeClair, began playing bassoon in the town next to mine: Vienna, WV. We performed together in a county honor band. Unfortunately, she moved to New England in the 10th grade. Her brother, David, is also a terrific musician. He was in the orchestra with me in when I was in 10th grade. He was a senior at the time. He performed the Greig Piano Concerto and the Eccles Sonata on bass on our spring concert. I is also a virtuoso tuba player. I remember him playing the Carnival of Venice on his Sousaphone during a break in marching band practice. He is second principal tubist and tutti-contrabassist in Sinfonieorchester Basel. Luke Zyla second horn, WV Symphony Orchestra www.wvsymphony.org - Original Message - From: "Johann Illich" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Cc: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Wednesday, February 27, 2008 11:08 AM Subject: Re: [Hornlist] Dvorak no.9 Hi! You can find a recording under: Part 1: http://mfile.akamai.com/39759/wmv/artegeie.download.akamai.com/39759/mfile/arteprod/A7_SGT_ENC_02_039276-001-A_PG_MQ_DE.wmv?obj=9614f77576cf6ec288d09b301efda745 Part 2: http://mfile.akamai.com/39759/wmv/artegeie.download.akamai.com/39759/mfile/arteprod/A7_SGT_ENC_02_039276-002-A_PG_MQ_DE.wmv?obj=d982b8545c3e63898d42ddee86fe8bf7 Cheers, Hans Illich ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
[Hornlist] cool new bumpers
Just got my white Buna-N cord stock in from McMaster Carr. I installed them and they look very cool. Must keep them clean, lest they become unsightly. Perfect degree of hardness. CORdially, Luke Zyla ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] Instruments
You are probably not getting much response to this question because it is hard to say. Look at the section listing on www.hornplayer.net and you will see a huge variety of horns used in major symphony orchestras today. After a few minutes of browsing, I saw only one orchestra that had a section of matched horns: the Cleveland Orchestra with a section of Conn 8-Ds. Years ago, there was a survey posted in the Horn Call that showed a predominance of Conn 8-D, however, the popularity of this horn has fallen considerably. We would be interested in your results if you took the time to do a survey yourself. CORdially, Luke Zyla 2nd horn, WV Symphony Orchestra Paxman Model 20L - Original Message - From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Tuesday, February 12, 2008 1:23 PM Subject: Re: [Hornlist] Instruments can someone tell me the most popular instruments played by American major symphony horn players? In a message dated 2/11/2008 5:57:41 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: In a message dated 11/02/2008 22:54:55 GMT Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Can someone tell me the most popular instruments used by American major symphony players? Violins lawrenceyates.co.uk ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/marksueron%40aol.com **The year's hottest artists on the red carpet at the Grammy Awards. Go to AOL Music. (http://music.aol.com/grammys?NCID=aolcmp0030002565) ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
[Hornlist] cool valve bumpers
McMaster-Carr carries white Buna-N cord stock that can be used as valve stop bumpers. How cool is that! It has a durometer rating of 70 which is the perfect hardness for this application. I tried some Viton, durometer 75, and it is too hard, causing an annoying sound when playing Kopprasch. I also ordered some brass shims to place under the valve caps to keep the top bearing firmly seated. Paxman valve caps don't contact the top bearing when fully screwed down. It is a mystery why Paxman makes them like this. CORdially, Luke Zyla enjoying a snow day by blowing money online. ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] Instruments
I think the violin is a pretty popular instrument. Sorry, Luke - Original Message - From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Monday, February 11, 2008 5:52 PM Subject: [Hornlist] Instruments Can someone tell me the most popular instruments used by American major symphony players? Thanks, Ron **The year's hottest artists on the red carpet at the Grammy Awards. Go to AOL Music. (http://music.aol.com/grammys?NCID=aolcmp0030002565) ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] Re: Is new okay?
I wish! Luke Zyla - Original Message - From: "Bill Tyler" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Horn List" Sent: Saturday, February 09, 2008 9:19 PM Subject: Re: [Hornlist] Re: Is new okay? Problems with tires? That's a problem for your crew chief. He gets paid to take care of stuff like that. Bill, in Harrisburg, NC, just a Short Call away from the speedway, wondering what it's going to be like with Jimmy, Jeff and Junior all racing for Hendrick Luke Zyla <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Boy do I feel stupid. The amazing thing is that I am getting great advice! Thanks to all of you horn guys that responded to my question about tires. I meant to send it to the Miata List. CORdially, Luke Zyla 1980 Paxman Model 20L - Be a better friend, newshound, and know-it-all with Yahoo! Mobile. Try it now. ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] Is new okay?
I don't know about tires in the old days. I only started autocrossing two years ago. Had to wait until the boys grew up and moved out. Luke Zyla - Original Message - From: "Steve Haflich" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Horn List" ; "Luke Zyla" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Friday, February 08, 2008 7:07 AM Subject: Re: [Hornlist] Is new okay? From: "Luke Zyla" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> I have a set of Kumho V-710 (205-55-14) that I have used for one season of autocross. With the exception of only one tire, they still have several runs left in them. One of the tires is toast: a section of tread about four inches in diameter peeled off to reveal the cord. I think friend Luke mistakenly posted this message to the wrong group. But since Luke will have to scrap at least that one tire, perhaps needy horn players could ask him for small segments of the tire for use as valve cork material. In my day we made our own autocross tires. Come morning I need to check my rubber trees near the aligator swamp... ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] Is new okay?
The "R" Compound tire is much too soft for bumpers. Too bad, I could have made enough for everyone on the list. CORdially, Luke Zyla - Original Message - From: "LOTP" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Horn List" Sent: Friday, February 08, 2008 2:36 PM Subject: Re: [Hornlist] Is new okay? Can the old tire be used to make valve bumpers? - Original Message - From: "Luke Zyla" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Horn List" Sent: Friday, February 08, 2008 6:27 AM Subject: [Hornlist] Is new okay? I have a set of Kumho V-710 (205-55-14) that I have used for one season of autocross. With the exception of only one tire, they still have several runs left in them. One of the tires is toast: a section of tread about four inches in diameter peeled off to reveal the cord. I have been trying to find just one used tire so I can get a few more runs out of these tires with little success. Is it okay to purchase just one new tire to complete this set? Would this cause handling problems? Luke Zyla 99 red "Ranger" 42cs ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lotp%40comcast.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] Re: Is new okay?
Boy do I feel stupid. The amazing thing is that I am getting great advice! Thanks to all of you horn guys that responded to my question about tires. I meant to send it to the Miata List. CORdially, Luke Zyla 1980 Paxman Model 20L - Original Message - From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Friday, February 08, 2008 1:56 PM Subject: [Hornlist] Re: Is new okay? Hey Luke, You should be fine to replace one with a used one. Plane all four down as necessary so the tread depths match within 1/32nd." If you can't do that, then don't worry about it. Do check the depths after each run. If one goes sooner than the others, replace the whole set with new at that point or make sure your insurance is paid up in full and take one more run. I'm not familiar with Kumho's but I've used ContiPremierContacts on my M3 for years. Better handling than Michelin Pilots and wear better than Dunlop 5000''s. I don't autocross, only club driving schools and attempting to set land speed records on public roads, but these are great all season tires. Also, the Conti's leave a great tread mark on a mellophone or similar! The grooves channel the valves nicely out of the way and the compound is just hard enough to crush them flat without losing control of the car. Especially nice in rain and snow or if the horn has been oiled and greased recently. Kenny "white knuckle" Betts 42 speeding tickets with 8 states to go In a message dated 2/8/2008 1:01:27 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I have a set of Kumho V-710 (205-55-14) that I have used for one season = of autocross. With the exception of only one tire, they still have = several runs left in them. One of the tires is toast: a section of = tread about four inches in diameter peeled off to reveal the cord. I have been trying to find just one used tire so I can get a few more = runs out of these tires with little success. Is it okay to purchase = just one new tire to complete this set? Would this cause handling = problems? Luke Zyla 99 red "Ranger" 42cs **Biggest Grammy Award surprises of all time on AOL Music. (http://music.aol.com/grammys/pictures/never-won-a-grammy?NCID=aolcmp00300025 48) ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
[Hornlist] Is new okay?
I have a set of Kumho V-710 (205-55-14) that I have used for one season of autocross. With the exception of only one tire, they still have several runs left in them. One of the tires is toast: a section of tread about four inches in diameter peeled off to reveal the cord. I have been trying to find just one used tire so I can get a few more runs out of these tires with little success. Is it okay to purchase just one new tire to complete this set? Would this cause handling problems? Luke Zyla 99 red "Ranger" 42cs ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
[Hornlist] Valve bumper material
I ordered a length of 3/16" diameter Viton O-ring cord stock from McMaster-Carr yesterday afternoon and received it today. Great service! I replaced one bumper on my Paxman 20L. I found the Viton material to be a little firmer than Buna-N causing a bit of noise. Even though Viton is more resistant to oils (particularly synthetic), I prefer the Buna-N. It is more flexible and results in quieter valves. By the way, 3/16" is perfect for a Paxman Model 20L. No trimming required. I am pretty sure this size works for my Conn 8-D. McMaster-Carr carries the Buna-N O-ring cord stock. It is very inexpensive. The Viton was only $2.90 for a foot. Buna-N is less expensive. Shipping and handling was $4.25. Forget cork and use Buna-N. You won't have to worry about changing them again. CORdially, Luke Zyla ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] emergency repair stuff
The only times I have ever used mine was to rescue others. I once had to replace a string for the principal horn during the rests at the beginning of the second movement of Beethoven 7. Just enough time with a few seconds to spare. Luke Zyla - Original Message - From: "G" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Horn List" Sent: Monday, February 04, 2008 10:36 PM Subject: Re: [Hornlist] emergency repair stuff I've had an Altoids tin with cut and knotted string, bumpers, a hex key for my duckfoot, and a screwdriver in my case for the better part of 20 years. I've never had to use it in an emergency. But if the kit wasn't in my case, rest assured I would need it in an emergency. Pretty cheap insurance. Gary Get Firefox!!http://www.mozilla.org/products/firefox/central.html ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
[Hornlist] emergency repair stuff
Most of us carry an emergency repair kit for replacing broken strings, lost bumpers, etc. I had an unpleasant experience last week which made me add another item. Last week, I completely dismantled my horn for a thourough cleaning. Everything went well until I started to put new strings on the valve levers. To my horror, I discovered that I lost the screw that holds the string for the third valve. Being a Paxman, it has metric threads so I though I would have to retap the hole for standard threads. Finding a new screw in a hurry was a real problem, as I had an important rehearsal for Beethoven 7 that evening. I didn't want to play that piece with my 8-D. I was very please to find out that Yamaha screws will fit a Paxman. Found one at the music store in Charleston, WV on my way to rehearsal. So, I now carry a couple of extra screws just in case I accidentally drop one again. Luke Zyla ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] horn bumpers & allergies
Dawn, Neoprene is not a good material to use in the presence of oils. It breaks down. I find it to be to bouncy and squishy. Buna-N is very resistant to oils and exhibits just the right degree of hardness. Viton is also a very good material, but I have never used it. I am going to order some from McMaster-Carr just for giggles to try it. Once again for everyone: Neoprene - BAD Buna-N - Good I will give everyone a report about Viton. Luke Zyla - Original Message - From: "Dawn McCandless" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Horn List" Sent: Monday, February 04, 2008 1:36 PM Subject: [Hornlist] horn bumpers & allergies Just curious if anybody else who is allergic to latex and other such things would have an answer for this question. I am also allergic to the actual rubber plants which I found out after someone gave us one for a present. After a bout of continued worsened asthma I realized the plant was making the asthma worse. So, it left the house. It was after that that I realized I was also allergic to latex gloves. So, my question is, since those neoprene bumpers are so close to the mouthpipe, what is the possibility of them causing allergic reactions? I pretty much need to use the asthma inhaler before playing to begin with. Still, has anybody noticed any problems with those bumpers regardless of their tiny size? All the discussion about cork this seems like good time to ask. The neoprene bumpers on my horn are falling apart and I was seriously thinking of going back to cork because of the annoyance of these present neoprene bumpers. These ones are super soft and flexible unlike the really hard ones that have been on some of the other horns. This is my main, and really only horn - unless one counts the old single beat up Getzen sitting in the corner never being used I want something more dependable for bumpers than the flimsy things that are in the horn right now. They are splitting from age so it's past time to replace them. The ones that came with the horn are so soft and flimsy that they occasionally fall out during playing. What a nuisance that has been. They came with the horn. Accordingly they were supposed to be the right size and they look like they were fit well. With my other horns of old, the corks never fell out unless they were old and cracking. Has anybody else had problems with neoprene corks falling out while playing? And, again, are the neoprene bumpers a health risk to people allergic to latex or any kind? DMM ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] Valve Corks
Go to the hardware store and buy an appropriate sized "O" ring that can be cut to the proper size. This material is flexible enough to install, yet not so hard that it "clicks". It is impervious to petroleum products and will last forever. I just purchased a Yamaha Triple horn for my son that had the same problem. I changed to the "O" ring material and it works fine. The material I use is called "buna N". If you have an industrial rubber supply store in your town, you can even by it in sheets. This material and a variety of other materials is available online from McMaster-Carr. http://www.mcmaster.com/ They cary just about every type of material you can imagine. They also have lots of information about the hardness of the different materials and their resistance to chemicals. Here is their explanation regarding hardness: Durometer is the international standard for measuring the hardness of rubber, plastic, and most nonmetallic materials. The hardness of a material is its resistance to surface penetration. Harder materials have more wear resistance, but they are also less flexible. Note that an object may fall within more than one scale. For example, a typical shoe heel is 95 Shore OO, 70 Shore A, and 22 Shore D durometer. They have a very cool chart that compares the numbers to common materials. Good luck, Luke Zyla 2nd horn, WV Symphony Orchestra www.wvsymphony.org - Original Message - From: "Tim Kecherson" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Hornlist" Sent: Sunday, February 03, 2008 4:55 PM Subject: [Hornlist] Valve Corks As I mentioned in a previous post, I have a 1970 Conn 8D. Instead of having corks, it has rubber/plastic cylinders where the corks go. However, these click when I finger the notes, and the valves are not aligned because of them. Since I am under 21, I cannot very well go out to the local liquor store and buy a bottle of wine or champagne for the cork. Where would I be able to get a cork for my horn? The local music shop does not carry them. Thank you very much! -- Tim ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
[Hornlist] replacing bell
I have a 1980 Paxman Model 20L horn that is in excellent condition except for the bell. (bell tail) After playing a medium sized bell horn for a bit, I am tempted to replace the bell assembly (tail and flare) with a medium. Has anyone had experience doing this? Luke Zyla 2nd horn, WV Symphony Orchestra ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] Horn for 11 Year Old
My son, Marc, started playing about that age. I started him on a Yamaha single Bb. He played the Bb just because I happend to have one. If I were to purchase a single, I would have purchased a good F. He played the Yamaha for about a year and then moved to a Reynolds Contempora double horn. He was a big boy for his age. Luke Zyla - Original Message - From: "Fred" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Horn List" Sent: Wednesday, January 16, 2008 2:24 PM Subject: [Hornlist] Horn for 11 Year Old My grand-daughter apparently thinks its pretty neat how I miss all those notes with such bad tone quality, so she is leaning toward learning something about playing the horn. She is average size for her age - what kind of horns would you on the list recommend? Guess I am thinking something with a compact wrap that blows with an average amount of resistance. Thanks, Fred ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] Stephan Dohr
Thanks for the information. I suspected that it was a Yamaha Triple. I wonder why there aren't more of these in the US. Luke Zyla - Original Message - From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Horn List" Sent: Friday, January 11, 2008 11:34 PM Subject: Re: [Hornlist] Stephan Dohr http://www.stefandohr.com/ Strauss: Horn & Piano Music http://www.campanella-musica.com/artists/Dohr.htm He plays on Yamaha triple horn in the Schumann recording, while he uses Alex 103 most of times. Toru Ikeno ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
[Hornlist] Stephan Dohr
Just watched that amazing clip on youtube of the Berlin Phil. playing the Schumann Konzertstuck with Stephan Dohr playing 1st. What an incredible sound! Does he have any solo recordings out? What kind of horn was he playing for this performance? Why was Dale Clevenger playing 2nd? Luke Zyla 2nd horn, WVSO www.wvsymphony.org ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] Finke Horns
I'm laughing so hard that it hurts! Luke Zyla - Original Message - From: "Fred" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Horn List" Sent: Friday, January 11, 2008 4:45 PM Subject: Re: [Hornlist] Finke Horns Hmm...heading toward possible recession, and, our dollar buys less everyday in overseas markets. Well, at least we have our success in Iraq to feel good about. Fred On 1/11/08, Loren Mayhew <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Listers, If you are contemplating purchasing a new Finke horn, now would be a good time to order it. I have just been informed that soon there will be another round of price increases in the order of $1,000 due to the falling US dollar. Orders placed now will be billed at current prices. Sincerely, Loren Mayhew, Owner Computer Intelligence LLC, dba CI Music [EMAIL PROTECTED] www.mayhews.us/CI/Finke 001 (520) 289-0700 ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/fbaucom%40gmail.com ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] Case Questions
My son has a Protec case. It seems to be holding up well. I used to have a MB case. I had to have the zipper replaced. That was not an easy task. Personally, I think they are overpriced. Luke Zyla - Original Message - From: "Jonell Lindholm" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Horn List" Sent: Thursday, January 10, 2008 4:52 PM Subject: RE: [Hornlist] Case Questions >= Original Message From "William Gross" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> >= I'm in the market for a new case for an 8D with detachable bell. I'm looking at the Conn Screw Bell Case and the Bonna case. There is a couple of hundred dollars difference, in the two is the Bonna case that much better a case? I used the Conn case for about a year, but the stitching started falling apart and I got tired of trying to repair it. Other than the lack of a music pocket, it was fine. Then I got the ProTec case,(PB-316SB, pictures at http://www.finecases.com/browse/protec/protec-2178.html) which is very similar to the Conn case, but a bit larger and heavier, but better constructed overall. It has a music pocket that can accomodate a large music folder easily. The bad points: The inside is actually too big for my Lawson. The backpack straps are fastened on with velcro that kept coming loose; Right now, I am using this case with a shoulder strap to avoid the velcro issue. It would be a pretty good case if the backpack straps were usuable. It is about the same price or less than the Conn. I am thinking about trying the Thompson case, $260 (http://thompsonedition.com/browse_accessories.php?id=2) I previously had the Bonna MB1. I like the design of this case, but the zippers did not hold up well, especially considering the price of the case. -- Jonell Lindholm Reisterstown, MD USA [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] Case Questions
I have a Thompson case. It is very good and cheaper than a Bona. Luke Zyla - Original Message - From: "William Gross" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Horn List" Sent: Thursday, January 10, 2008 12:09 PM Subject: [Hornlist] Case Questions I'm in the market for a new case for an 8D with detachable bell. I'm looking at the Conn Screw Bell Case and the Bonna case. There is a couple of hundred dollars difference, in the two is the Bonna case that much better a case? ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] Auf dem strom
Some of the recordings on I-tunes are with male voices. I like the sound. Perhaps they are in the key you are looking for. Luke Zyla - Original Message - From: "DalleyHN" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Horn List" Sent: Monday, December 31, 2007 6:27 PM Subject: Re: [Hornlist] Auf dem strom Alas, Yes. The original "Auf dem Strom" calls for horn in E. However there are versions with the work transcribed down a half step to E Flat, and down a whole step to the key of D. And I have heard of an arrangement in the Key of C, to accomodate a low voice. Thus I would not be surprised if a recording has been made in one of the lower keys. That reminds me, based on the text it seems natural that the voice should be a tenor. However recordings by sopranos, anr known. Margo Stagliano, for instance. Regards. ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] Auf dem strom
William Barnewitz has a nice album called "Long Road Home". It has this piece. I got it on I-tunes. He plays beautifully. A search on I-tunes comes up with 12 different recordings. At 99 cents a pop, you could have 9 versions. Three of the recordings require you to buy the entire album. My sons got me an I-Pod for Christmas. I think I am going to OD on I-tunes. Luke Zyla - Original Message - From: "Alon reuven" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Monday, December 31, 2007 2:03 PM Subject: [Hornlist] Auf dem strom Happy new year everybody !! Does anyone know of a good recording of Auf dem strom in Eb? Alon Reuven ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] Re: Lacquer
Try using Glad Press and Seal on the inside of your bell to protect the finish of the horn. Also, under your left hand. Just pull it off before you put your horn away. Just tried it this morning, so my idea has not been tested in the field. Luke Zyla 2nd horn, WV Symphony Orchestra www.wvsymphony.org - Original Message - From: "Bill Gross" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "'The Horn List'" Sent: Tuesday, December 25, 2007 10:04 AM Subject: RE: [Hornlist] Re: Lacquer Finally, voice of reason. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Carlberg Jones Sent: Monday, December 24, 2007 8:27 PM To: The Horn List Subject: RE: [Hornlist] Re: Lacquer At 8:18 PM -0600 12/24/07, John Baumgart wrote: If there is minor pitting here and there, can it effectively be cleaned, puttied and buffed to a "like new" surface before relacquering? Sure. Bondo® is readily available. If the pitting is extensive, fiberglass mesh can be used to reinforce the metal before applying the Bondo® to acheive perfect smoothness. -- Carlberg Jones Skype - carlbergbmug Cornista - Orquesta Sinfónica de Aguascalientes Aguascalientes, Ags. MEXICO ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/bgross%40airmail.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] Christmas Horn Trio
Is your name "ee"? Luke - Original Message - From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Horn List" Sent: Monday, December 24, 2007 4:32 PM Subject: Re: [Hornlist] Christmas Horn Trio I am an 87-year old female horn player! Yep, still playing in 2 community symphony orchestras and 1 band. In the summer I play with 3 bands!!! Keeps my sanity and I love the friends I have!! I play 4th horn in the orchestras and 3 or 4, or sometimes 2nd in the bands. Depends where needed. Anything else? ee ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] Christmas Horn Trio
I will send you a copy if you identify yourself. Luke Zyla - Original Message - From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Horn List" Sent: Monday, December 24, 2007 1:43 PM Subject: Re: [Hornlist] Christmas Horn Trio A little late, but good for next year! ee ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] Christmas Horn Trio
By the way, who are you anyway? Luke Zyla - Original Message - From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Horn List" Sent: Monday, December 24, 2007 1:43 PM Subject: Re: [Hornlist] Christmas Horn Trio A little late, but good for next year! ee ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] Christmas Horn Trio
Merry Christmas! I always get inspired at the last minute. I wrote in on Christmas eve a few years ago. I also do my shopping on Christmas Eve. I can never feel the spirit until school is out the the Christmas gigs are done. I don't play on Christmas eve any more, except for pleasure. Luke - Original Message - From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "The Horn List" Sent: Monday, December 24, 2007 1:43 PM Subject: Re: [Hornlist] Christmas Horn Trio A little late, but good for next year! ee ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
[Hornlist] Christmas Horn Trio
I have a little trilogy of Christmas Tunes arranged for 3 horns that I dished up a few years ago. Anyone that would like a copy, just email me and I will send it to you. It is in Finale 2007 format. It was originally for two horns and bassoon (for my sons and I), so the third horn part is a little bassoony, but playable on horn. Merry Christmas to everyone! Luke Zyla ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
[Hornlist] Jeremiah Clarke
Most of us have performed the Clarke Trumpet Voluntary. (formerly known as the Purcell Trumpet Voluntary) Here is an interesting article from this month's BBC History Magazine. 1 December 1707 Wedding composer shoots himself. Jeremiah Clarke, composer of one of the most popular pieces of wedding music, shot himself on this day. He began his musical career as a boy chorister in the Chapel Royal, singing at the coronation of James II. He progressed to organist of Winchester College, then vicar-choral at St. Paul's Cathedral. Despite composing anthems, harpsichord pieces and music for the theatre, Clarke was to become renowned for the so-called Trumpet Voluntary. For years this misnamed piece was also wrongly accredited to Henry Purcell, and the version we hear at weddings today for organ, trumpet and drum is merely and adaptation by Sir Henry Wood. Clarke's actual music, The Prince of Denmark's March appeared both as a harpsichord piece and as part of a suite for wind instruments including a trumpet. He dedicated it to Queen Anne's husband, George, Prince of Denmark, and during the Second World War it was broadcast to occupied Denmark. Jeremiah was affected by bouts of depression, and on suffering unrequited love he flipped a coin to see whether to hang or drown himself- it landed in the mud, so he shot himself instead. article by Melanie McWilliams Merry Christmas! Luke Zyla ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] American Horn ensemble
That is the great thing about the US. There is NO one sound that embodies the essence of the American sound. We got it all! Luke Zyla 2nd horn, WV Symphony Orchestra - Original Message - From: "michael reeedy" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Thursday, December 20, 2007 4:22 PM Subject: [Hornlist] American Horn ensemble with this discussion of the different types of the American sound What school would you say is the true sound that represents that American Horn Sound? _ Don't get caught with egg on your face. Play Chicktionary! http://club.live.com/chicktionary.aspx?icid=chick_wlhmtextlink1_dec___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] Re: American Horn Ensemble
Sorry. Luke - Original Message - From: "Steven Mumford" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Thursday, December 20, 2007 1:26 PM Subject: [Hornlist] Re: American Horn Ensemble Good grief! About 10 people in a row have quoted the entire digest in their reply to this thread. Stop it! - Steve PS - Please! ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] American Horn ensemble
What about the American Horn Quartet? Did you hear their CD with the New York Phil section called Take 9. Incredible! Luke Zyla 2nd horn, WV Symphony Orchestra - Original Message - From: "michael reeedy" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Wednesday, December 19, 2007 5:55 PM Subject: [Hornlist] American Horn ensemble So with the recent releases of Cd's by Horn ensembles like the Vienna Horns, the London Horn Sound, and the Berlin Philharmonics Horn section I was wondering is there any news of attempts by any groups to form and/or create a cd that will represent the sound of American Horn players? -Michael Reedy From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Horn Digest, Vol 60, Issue 24 To: horn@music.memphis.edu Date: Wed, 19 Dec 2007 12:00:28 -0600 Send Horn mailing list submissions to horn@music.memphis.edu To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/listinfo/horn or, via email, send a message with subject or body 'help' to [EMAIL PROTECTED] You can reach the person managing the list at [EMAIL PROTECTED] When replying, please edit your Subject line so it is more specific than "Re: Contents of Horn digest..." Please edit replies to include only relevant text. Please DO NOT include the entire digest in your reply. For more netiquette information, see: http://www.netmeister.org/news/learn2quote.html Today's Topics: 1. RE: Yamaha 667V (Steve Burian) 2. RE: RE: Yamaha 667V (Steve Freides) 3. Horn Zone (Heather Pettit-Johnson) -- message: 1 date: Wed, 19 Dec 2007 10:34:50 -0500 from: Steve Burian <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> subject: [Hornlist] RE: Yamaha 667V Hello again, I have also heard the line Ken Pope just gave us that the difference betwee= n Yamaha Professional horns and Custom horns is that the Custom horns are a= ssembled by only one person start to finish. I don't remember if I said it = here already or in a private e-mail so forgive me if I repeat myself. If I = remember correctly, I was told this at the former Yamaha Factory in Grand R= apids, MI. I like to think that given the "Custom" designation, my 667V is really an "= 800" level custom horn. It is significantly different from a 667. Having sa= id that, I have tried a few 667's that have made me think I spent too much = for the upgrade since they were also very nice horns.=20 Before he joined Boston, James Sommerville stopped by to solo with the Saul= t Ste. Marie Symphony (c. 1997). I don't remember the wrap, but I asked abo= ut his horn after the amazing performance and he non-nonchalantly said it w= as just a regular Yamaha "off the shelf."=20 Thanks for the good thread. What is the next topic? How about New Year's R= esolutions for hornists? Steve Burian _ i=92m is proud to present Cause Effect, a series about real people making a= difference. http://im.live.com/Messenger/IM/MTV/?source=3Dtext_Cause_Effect= -- message: 2 date: Wed, 19 Dec 2007 11:03:37 -0500 from: "Steve Freides" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> subject: RE: [Hornlist] RE: Yamaha 667V > -Original Message- > From: Steve Burian [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] > > I have also heard the line Ken Pope just gave us that the > difference between Yamaha Professional horns and Custom horns > is that the Custom horns are assembled by only one person > start to finish. I don't remember if I said it here already > or in a private e-mail so forgive me if I repeat myself. If I > remember correctly, I was told this at the former Yamaha > Factory in Grand Rapids, MI. > > I like to think that given the "Custom" designation, my 667V > is really an "800" level custom horn. It is significantly > different from a 667. Having said that, I have tried a few > 667's that have made me think I spent too much for the > upgrade since they were also very nice horns. > > Before he joined Boston, James Sommerville stopped by to solo > with the Sault Ste. Marie Symphony (c. 1997). I don't > remember the wrap, but I asked about his horn after the > amazing performance and he non-nonchalantly said it was just > a regular Yamaha "off the shelf." The 668 is also a nice off-the-shelf Yamaha, much along the lines of an 8D. My own observation about "custom" versus "production" instruments (based on a variety of instruments is that quality control is a big issue - although this can mean that some production horns are sub-standard, it can likewise mean that some come out better than expected. We have a Yamaha 666 here, the model that came befor
Re: Playing softly (was: [Hornlist] Rims, Chops, Airstreams (was C series mouthpieces))
"So the question is: What's different--chops, tongue, air, gut, pressure, jaw, whatever--between loud and soft? There has to be some difference, and someone, somewhere, must be able to codify it." Howard Sanner First of all, may I pass along the mantra of our section: "Just play the horn!" This many times helps to let the incredible complexity of the body take over and produce the required result. Loud playing- lots of air through an open aperture. For good control the embouchure must be firm, yet very flexible. Being in good physical condition helps a lot. Having an embouchure that is in good physical condition is required. Soft playing - a little bit of air through a very small aperture. The embouchure must be very firm, yet flexible enough to vibrate at the very center. I tell my students that you must play intensely soft. Just use what is necessary to produce the tone. Too much tension in other parts of the body will be a disaster. Simplify! I have heard so many good players trash a soft passage because they take a forte breath, pause, and splee-ah, a clam. You don't need much air to play soft, so don't take a full tank. Also, follow these steps: 1 breathe 2 play. Never: 1 breathe 2 pause 3 play. This most often results in: 1 breathe 2 pause 3 CLAM! I notice that you say you practice several hours a day. Hopefully, this includes lots of rest periods. Too much susustained practice can really damage your muscles resulting in an embouchure that will not respond, a fuzzy tone, no dynamic contrast and no high register. Try taking a couple of days off and then notice how you sound and how your embouchure feels. If it feels great, you are probably abusing your embouchure in your practice periods. Check out Joe Singers Embouchure Building book and notice how much rest time he prescribes in the heavy routine. Lots of rest! Have you ever had several days of rehearsals and noticed how much stronger you feel. It is because you are playing regularly for 2.5 hours a day, but thank goodness the conductor talks a lot and you are counting lots of rests. A book related to this whole affair is "The Inner Game of Tennis". The follow up to this is "The Inner Game of Music". I prefer the tennis book. I read it many years ago in college. I helps to put many things in perspective for us analysts. I am sure other successful players have other ways of thinking on this subject. All I can say is that this works for me. I is a compilation and distillation of all the ideas that were passed on to me by teachers and colleagues over the years. I hope I have helped. Good luck! Luke Zyla 2nd horn, WV Symphony Orchestra www.wvsymphony.org ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
Re: [Hornlist] Lead pipes for Conn 8D
Ron, I installed a Lawson pipe on my 8-D. It didn't change the tone, but focused the high and low register. It was a definite improvement. Luke Zyla 2nd horn, WV Symphony Orchestra www.wvsymphony.org - Original Message - From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Monday, November 26, 2007 5:04 PM Subject: Re: [Hornlist] Lead pipes for Conn 8D I was interested in a new lead pipe for my 8d. However I like my sound exactly the way it is. Don't want to change it. Does anyone know if getting a new lead pipe, which I know can be very beneficial on the 8d, will change the sound. Ron **Check out AOL's list of 2007's hottest products. (http://money.aol.com/special/hot-products-2007?NCID=aoltop000301) ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/lzyla%40suddenlink.net ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
[Hornlist] Paxman Model 75-3
Does anyone own a Paxman Model 75-3 triple horn with a medium bell? I am considering getting one for my son and was hoping that someone in the eastern part of the US might be willing to let us test-drive your horn. Marc's teacher has a Paxman triple built in the 80's and he loves that one. We are curious how the newer models with the dual bore system play. Thanks, Luke Zyla 2nd horn, WV Symphony Orchestra www.wvsymphony.org ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
[Hornlist] Brophy Studies
Graham, I studied with William Brophy at Ohio University in Athens, OH when I was in high school. He was a very fine teacher. I never did use the book because he would write out the various exercises in my assignment book. I don't know if he published the book before or after I studied with him. Does anyone know the date of publication? Luke Zyla 2nd horn, WV Symphony Orchestra I need some more freinds on www.facebook.com ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
[Hornlist] re Marching Band
Mr. Burg wrote: I may be thinking inside the box, but to me, Cavalcade Competition is a big part of what's wrong with High School Music programs. Dear Mr. Burg, Perhaps it would be more precise to say that poor teaching is what is wrong with some High School music programs. Some of us use the marching band experience as a fun way of blending music with movement and go to only a few competitions for the educational benefits as well as the fun. Some of us produce a blended, in-tune, beautiful, "concert band" sound on the field rather than encouraging our students to blast their guts out. Some of us rehearse their symphonic bands year round and treat their marching bands a a purely extra-curricular activity. The director is always the person responsible for the quality of his/her music program. CORdially, Luke Zyla director of bands at Parkersburg South High School 2nd horn, WV Symphony Orchestra ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
[Hornlist] John Barrows II
Just read that John Barrows died in 1974. Born in 1913. L. Zyla ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
[Hornlist] John Barrows
I just got a new turntable today and am listening to my old recording of John Barrows performing the Wilder Sonatas and Suites. What a fantastic sound and beautiful interpretation. From looking at his picture on the front of the record jacket it looks as though he is playing a Conn 8-D. Does anyone know what kind of horn he played? Also, is there any biographical information available about Mr. Barrows? Perhaps someone on the list knew him. I am not even certain if he is still with us. Luke Zyla 2nd horn, WV Symphony Orchestra www.wvsymphony.org ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
[Hornlist] BSO- Horn concerto premier
My son and I are planning to drive up to Boston to hear James Somerville premier the new concerto for horn and orchestra written by Elliot Carter. I was wondering if anyone familiar with Boston Symphony Hall can recommend what is the best seating. Here is the link to the seating chart: http://www.bso.org/bso/mods/toc_01_gen_images.jsp;jsessionid=1C02QV0I1HRVUCTFQMGCFEQ?id=bcat12370002 CORdially, Luke Zyla 2nd horn, WV Symphony Orchestra www.wvsymphony.org ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
[Hornlist] Lohengrin
I am sitting here practicing the original notation part to the Introduction to Act III of the Opera Lohengrin. It starts in G horn in the first measure and switches to E horn on the third beat of measure 2. Later to G, back to E, then D and later A-flat horn. I am wondering if the rest of the opera has that many rapid changes? Why would it be written so? Just curious, Luke Zyla, 2nd horn West Virginia Symphony Orchestra www.wvsymphony.org ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
[Hornlist] Yamaha Triple
Has anyone played a Yamaha Triple? What do you think? Luke Zyla 2nd horn, WV Symphony Orchestra ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
[Hornlist] Kuhn Triple
Does anyone own or played a Kuhn Triple Horn? How do they compare with the Paxman, Alex, and Schmid triples? CORdially, Luke Zyla 2nd horn, WV Symphony Orchestra ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
[Hornlist] Victor Ewald
I have found very little information about Victor Ewald via Google. Does anyone know of any site that has biographical information about this composer. My quintet will perform it next weekend and I am responsible for introducing the tune. Thanks Luke Zyla ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
[Hornlist] german titles
My brass quintet is performing 16th century Carmina, edited by John Glasel from the New York Brass Quintet series. Does anyone know the translation of the titles from these movements? 1. Ich sad ade 2. Als ich anschau das frohlich Gsicht 4. Greiner Zanner Any other information about these tunes would be appreciated. Luke Zyla 2nd horn WV Symphony Orchestra ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
[Hornlist] Walter Lawson memories
I was very sad to hear of Walter's passing. Everyone that ever met him knows that he was an outstanding gentleman. I first met him at a Horn Workshop that we had at West Virginia University in Morgantown, WV in the early 70's. I learned so much from him about horn acoustics; knowledge that I have passed on to my students over many years. One vivid memory was during his presentation, he was showing off a new horn case. He put a brand new Alexander in the case and threw it across the room at a brick wall to he horror of the entire audience. He seemed to get a kick out of that stunt. My son, Marc, finally got to meet him last year shortly before the workshop was closed and moved to New England. I was happy that he got to meet one of the great legends of the horn world. We will all miss him very much, but his legacy will live on in the friends he made and the wonderful instruments, mouthpieces, and leadpipes he produced over the years. Hey Walter, maybe with you up there, the angels will quit honking on those nasty trumpets and play the most Godly instrument: THE CORNO! Luke Zyla 2nd horn, WV Symphony Orchestra ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
[Hornlist] NHR Ondes Martenot
Oops! Here is the weblink for Bob Lauvers Blog with the demo of an Ondes Martenot. http://pittsburghsymphony.blogs.com/inside/bob_lauver/index.html Luke Zyla ___ post: horn@music.memphis.edu unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org
