

So, you want a straight line, or a path with very little resistance, for your breath to enter the horn. After all, your primary tool for playing the horn is your breath. Perfect technique starts with your posture. I would describe the process of buying a (moderately-priced!) instrument, but that would take an entire blog post on its own! So, I’ll jump right into technique.Ī few basic techniques that have helped me when I first started playing are simple, but make all the difference.

I’ll assume that if you do intend to pick up an instrument, you at least have one that you can access semi-regularly, whether it is your own or rented. I’ll try to keep it general, just in case anyone is thinking about trying an instrument that is not the horn. There are so many instruments and options to pick from, as well as different bands or orchestras to join, and then of course there’s the issue of actually learning how to play the instrument! Music is first and foremost supposed to be enjoyable for both the audience and performer, so here’s a few tips and tricks to get you started with the logistics so you can launch right into playing in a group ensemble. A Few Things To Get You Started February 12, 2020įor anyone who may be looking to learn horn (or any instrument in general), it can be daunting to try to find out where to start.
