Originally Posted by
RickF
I really like French horns myself. They have a rich tone when played correctly. It is said to be the hardest brass instrument to play due to its long tubing (nearly as long as a tuba), playing in the upper register with that long tubing, and using a 'thimble-sized' mpc.
I understand the brass bands prefer to use the tenor horn since it's easier to play when personnel have to move around within the band on different instruments. They're played with the right hand and all (except bass T-bone) reading transposed treble clef.
I have no issues with the level of musicality. That's fine. French Horns can have the concert band and orchestra. Leave the Brass Bands alone. LOL. Life is too sacred.
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