Wendel ,
A 7s Bach has their symphonic backbore( which is a little bigger than the
normal 7).
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Since I have received a few private emails concerning information about the
book on mouthpieces that I mentioned in my earlier post on mouthpieces,
here is the information that I have:
Title:Understanding the Mouthpiece
Authors: John and Phyllis Stork
Publisher: Editions Bim
One of the most important decisions that the player has to make when choosing
a mouthpiece is what inner diameter(I.D.) fits your musculature.
Lip size and shape are important considerations in determining this.
The upper rim of the mouthpiece must be above the vibrating surface of the
lip and NO
In a message dated 9/16/04 4:22:21 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
> Couldn't our practice time be
> better spent on other facets of the endeavor?
>
It all depends on how you practice scales.
If you mindlessly run through them, then playing them is not to a useful
purpose.
However, since we ar
In a message dated 9/12/04 10:01:12 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
> Exclusive Bundy, Carl Fischer, Olds Ambassador, Sansone and Conn Artist Who
> Does Not Get His Horns For Free
>
Dear Sir:
A representative from our company recently heard your performance with the NJ
Turnpike Authority Drum an
It is probably important to note here that most insurance policies do not
cover damage caused to your horn out of stupidity.
Any reference to some postings on this subject are not co- incidental.
Paul Navarro
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In a message dated 9/10/04 7:16:25 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
> So the
> question is has anyone tried an alcohol rinse (in addition to general
> cleaning I suppose) and would it be of any help in routine cleaning??
>
Robert,
The cleaning of the valves and slides with alcohol before storin
In a message dated 9/8/04 9:02:03 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
> and put one last coat of quality oil before storage.
>
No, a final last coat of quality oil is not necessary or desirable.
The oil will congeal and gum up and make slides and valves hard to move or
to freeze.
It is better t
jrc in SC
It shouldn't be too expensive to make a do it yourself screw bell conversion
kit.
I would only cost about $1000.
$100 for the ring
$ 50 for the instructions
$ 100 for the necessary tools and supplies( unless you already have an
adequate torch)
$ 750 for a qualified repair tech to
In a message dated 8/22/04 9:30:11 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
> For
> example, First Act instruments have a warranty - a two year warranty!
>
David,
I was suprised at part of your response.
WHAT GOOD IS A TWO YEAR WARRANTY IF THE HORN DOES NOT PLAY WELL???
Paul Navarro
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I hope more people-both players and repair techs- will come out as Paul
Mansur has when he called these horns "Chinese junk."
I,unfortunately, have had the opportunity to work on several of these horns
and completely agree with his evaluation.
I have not found even one aspect of these horns that
In a message dated 8/21/04 8:46:05 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
> After a couple
> months of that I check her slide and a paper clip fell out, had been in
> there from purchase.
>
I sure hope that she was able to use the paperclip because it was probably
the best part of her purchase.
Paul
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> Does anyone know if
> there are longer links available to make such an adjustment possible?
>
> Thanks for your help,
>
> Larry Garrett
>
Hi Larry,
There are two methods of solving your student's problem.
The first would be to
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> I am very disheartened that eBay management has not got much more diligent
> in
> controlling the 'scam' situations,
>
One of things you can do is to contact their fraud department with the
pertinent information about the sus
Yes, Dan
--This is yet another attempt at auctioning this horn and is a
fraudulent auction.
EBay has been informed and hopefully will end the auction again.
This crook is really persistant !!
He is truly a Conn artist !!
DO NOT BID ON THIS AUCTION OR YOU WILL LOSE YOUR MONEY !!
Paul Navar
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> Dennis Brain may have had technical shortcomings <
>
Thank you for informing me about this.
Now, can you tell me where I would be able to get the same ones?
Paul Navarro
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Attention All:
Once again this auction has reappeared on Ebay.
The auction originated when Julio dela Rosa sold this horn in December. The
horn is in Florida and its new owner is very happy with it.
Someone has used Julio's write up/ pictures and listed it probably 5 times
since then, each tim
In a message dated 3/28/04 10:32:44 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
> >Has anyone out there gotten a new horn they were happy with?
>
Yes.
Great craftsmanship, design ,and superior quality instruments.
Two made by Dan Rauch, and two made by Engelbert Schmid.
Paul Navarro
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In a message dated 3/27/04 9:38:01 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
> Yamaha double horns: lapping compound remaining in slide tubes; poorly
> soldered joints (also seen in Yamaha trumpets and tubas)
> Holton double horns: enormous amounts of rouge polishing compound in tubes
> and in bell rim; p
In a message dated 3/27/04 8:44:56 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
> In a message dated 3/26/2004 10:37:56 PM Eastern Standard Time, Valkhorn
> writes:
>
> > The only thing I wished they could make is a small hammer and valve
> knocker.
> > Then I could do an emergency valve clean if I needed i
Hans,
I have seen it with Yamaha many times.
Not with alexander.
Paul Navarro
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In a message dated 3/26/04 11:16:47 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
> In a message dated 3/26/04 1:00:27 PM Eastern Standard Time, Hans writes:
>
>
> > Yamaha & other factories use ultrasonic cleaning before lacquering the
> > horns. How should "factory dust" accumulate inside an already cleane
This is my original posting without mistakes-sorry my typing is quite poor
tonight.
Paul Navarro
In a message dated 3/26/04 11:16:47 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
> Because it isn't getting completely cleaned out in the first place. It
> doesn't accumulate later! Hello! Have you listened at
In a message dated 3/26/04 11:16:47 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
> Because it isn't getting completely cleaned out in the first place.
>
Sorry, part of my last posting should have read
"and to use good oral hygiene before playing"
Paul Navarro
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> Because it isn't getting completely cleaned out in the first place. It
> doesn't accumulate later! Hello! Have you listened at all?
>
There are many messages accumulating here with advice and admonitions to the
player to k
In a message dated 3/21 Carlberg writes:
> > They don't make silver dimes anymore, either. I wonder where those come
> > from?
> > Carlberg Jones
> Guanajuato, Gt. MEXICO
>
You could probably go over to the Yucatan and find some" genuine authentic
copies" !! :)
Paul Navarro
Hi Peter,
Hornplayers do not appear to be down for maintanance on Sunday mornings ! :)
Paul N.
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Industrial strength epoxy glue especially designed for metal is generally
available at auto parts and auto repairs stores.
It is much stronger than the normal hardware store types.
Paul Navarro
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CORRECTED VERSION
Get good epoxy glue- preferablly one designed for metal to metal, apply it as
directed to a clean coin and lever, have a good amount of the metal of your
addition supported by the valve lever
(generally at least 3/4 of the diameter of the coin), and you should be ok.
If one does
Get good epoxy glue , apply it as directed to a clean coin and lever, have a
good amount of the metal of your addition supported by the valve lever
(generally at least 3/4 of the daimeter of the coin), and you should be ok.
If one does ever break loose, you still have the original valve lever to
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> I'd like to lengthen the keys on my horn, probably by putting dimes on, but
> I'm not sure what the best way is to go about it. The keys are unlaquered
> nickel silver. I've heard that using epoxy is an alternative to solder,
Hi Michael,
I will not ask how you are doing because I would be really bummed out if this
had happened to me.
When I saw your posting ,I wanted to take the opportunity to say Hi to you
,and also to let you know that I will keep an eye out for your horn.
I hope all else is well with you.
Paul Nava
Sorry about my previous posting.
I thought I was sending it directly to Michael.
Paul Navarro
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Dear Brian,
The facts concerning this horn are true.
However, the horn belonged to Mr Julio de laRosa, who auctioned the horn in
November on Ebay.
It was purchased by a horn player in Florida who is extremely happy with the
instrument.
He does NOT have it up for sale.
This is about the third or f
Hello,
As to the basic differences between an Alexander 1103 and aa Alexander
Heldenhorn,
an Alexander 1103 is similar to a Geyer layout with the valves being in the
Geyer pattern, but the tubing configuration is Alex's own design and not the
same as a Geyer.
The Heldenhorn is basically a Geyer
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> I love all the misinformation that goes out as gospel on these lists!
>
Kendall, Thanks for the posting !
That needs to be said --and frequently.
Paul Navarro
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Sorry Hoss,
The 861 bells are thinner and lighter than the 867s.
Paul N.
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William,
This is very true, but you only need to move it a few thousands of an inch
with the belt to get it
started. Then it should come off by hand.
Paul
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William,
No ,do not resort to wrenches or pliers.
You could use a thin leather belt- about 1/2" wide.
Wrap the belt around the ring, pull it tightly around the ring with your
fingers, and holding it in that position try to unscrew the ring.
Use light pressure and do not force it , but this gives
William,
The screw rings on a E.Schmid horn are NOT soldered.
You might want to try some Wd-40 on the rings. Let it sit in the threads
for an hour or so and try removing them by hand again.
Paul navarro
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Jim,
I think it was Hyman Markowitz.
Check with Jim Decker or Vince DeRosa to be sure.
Paul Navarro
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William,
It IS possible to hand wind springs ( using the old hand techniques) that are
better than machine made ones.
However, it may probably be too difficult for the average tinkerer.
P.
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William,
The reason I mentioned using a valve lever for winding the springs is that
you then have a guide for where to bend the wire so the spring will fit on the
lever and you can use the bracket arm portion of the lever as your guide as to
the diameter of the windings.
This way you are also ab
William,
Springs can be wound by hand without buying any tools except a good pair of
flat nosed pliers.
In place of the$200 tool, use a valve lever and bend the spring around it.
It takes a little practice to get them wound evenly -but it works.
Paul Navarro
Custom Horn
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I was happy to hear that the Iraqi Symphony was playing again.
I was in Baghdad on tour with a jazz group in the middle 60's and was invited
to play with the orchestra while I was there.
There were quite a few European players in the orchestra then.
I was suprised at how well the orchestra played
Dear AC:
Yes, many of the Czech made instruments are of poor quality.
Poorly made valves, heavy bells, and too much focus on student quality horns
account for this.
P Navarro
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Hello Chuck.
I am going to second Bob Osmun's vote.
The Holton is a good choice if it is in good condition.
Stay away from the cheap eBay horns- even with some of the advice given on
the horn line( by mostly amateurs) -those instruments remain poorly made and
have been aptly dubbed "I S O's"
This
Actually, 400,000 series Conn 28d's were not all brass. most of them were
made with almost all brass, however the Bb valve cap and the mouthpipe were made
of nickle.
Paul Navarro
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Hello Michael,
I am going to go even a step further than Graeme.
First of all, tapping out the valve with the screw is treading on dangerous
ground because if you don't know what you are doing, you can easily break it
off. And then you will really have problems.
If you remove the bearing plate or
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Sorry about the last post .
I sent it accidently before I signed it.
Paul Navarro
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David;
Well said, and importantly so.
Another aspect of ebay buying though that is often the major source of
problems, is sellers who have no concept of what is in good condition, working
condition , or just worn out. Some may be not high integrity sellers but many of
them just do not know
An ex
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Thanks for the comment about the inferior horn .
It is too bad that :( and here are some names to start the list)---
James Chambers
Vince deRosa
Myron Bloom
Abe Kniaz
Julie Landsman
Howard Howard
Bill lane
Joe Anderer
Dave Jolley
Harry Berv
Phil Meyers
Rick Solis
Just some names to start the l
Hi Bob,
Just read your post about Geyer and how he cut bells.
When I was with him, I watched him actually crush the entire end of the
round tail (after he had cut it)into a diameter about about 1" smaller than it
originally was to fit the ring over it .
I sort of winced when I watch him and h
Gary,
Have you contacted Keith Berg in B.C. about your bell problem?
He is the closest person to you who could help.
P Navarro.
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Hi Gary,
If you have never cut a bell before and have no experience in horn repair, I
would definitely advise you not even to consider thinking about cutting your
bell yourself !!
A successful conversion to screw bell on your horn could be achieved
-depending on where your bell is thin and wha
Hello Luiza,
Randy Ulmer could take care of your horn problems for you.
Paul navarro
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THIRTY ONE YEARS LATER (YES ,31) AND SOME PEOPLE ARE STILL TALKING ABOUT
BARRY'S MISSED HIGH C
IS IT ANY WONDER WHY HORN PLAYERS GET PARANOID?
P Navarro
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HOSS RECENTLY WROTE TO THE LIST:
" Hello list, I appologize for my recent bantering, I'll keep things horn
related and personal opinions to myself,
All the best,
Hoss"
Hoss, I think it is time to wake up and do what you say you are going to.
Paul
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TO CABBAGE;
I agree wholeheartedly with your idea about fewer words in postings--
As you can see, your message took twenty lines of text, mine none, to say
exactly the same thing.
:)
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TIME TO GO PRACTICE AND STOP GENERALIZING AND SENDING INANE POSTINGS.
GIVE US ALL A BREAK !!
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To hoss;
There are many horns made with the "kruspe wrap" as you call it- some fine
instruments, some poor ones.
To condemn all horns made in a specific wrap because you happened to have a
"not so easy to play horn" of this type is simply sophomoric.
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A good discussion of metals is included in the book by Richard Merewether
entiteled "the horn..the Horn"
Check out Paxman's web site . That part of the book may be in the metals
section on their horns
since Merewether was their Designer.
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AREN'T WE TAKING THIS A LITTLE TOO SERIOUSLY HERE???
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One of the most important requirements for a successful professional low horn
performer
and one of the least talked about (because the discussion gets so clouded
with exercises and technique ) is developing the ability to HEAR IN THE LOW
REGISTER.
This is not only the basis for technique in th
Dear Alex,
You could always try what I did.
When I first moved to Chicago, I had learned a lot about soldering and dent
work on my own-but I really wanted to apprentice with someone who could teach
me how to build horns.
I went to Carl Geyer's shop every day for about 2 weeks and watched him wo
one of the best sources of information concerning preparation, concentration,
stress management and confidence is the book by Don Greene(sports
psychologist) PERFORMANCE SUCCESS.
Don has helped many performers successfully learn how to work through the
stress problem and consequently redefine
One of the best sources of information concerning stress, concentration,
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