Horn FAQ part 2

[KevinLan (Posaunenblaeser)]

1. Why isn't this formatted in HTML (for you WWW users)

It is, thanks to Bill Muth, who tired of reading in in plaintext. ;-)

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2. Is it "french" horn?

Only in the United States, Canada, and the U.K. is the horn known as the
"french" horn. Most European literature deems the instrument simply "horn"
[cor, etc.] and most purists follow that nomenclature. It's a sad fact,
however, that in the US, outside of the music community, telling someone
that you play horn will usually elicit a "Oh? What kind of horn,
trumpet?"-type response. We won't even go into the disgusting habit that
saxophone players have of calling their instruments "horns". Look, guys,
this is a reed, and therefore it's not a horn of any kind!

For what it's worth, the International Horn Society's official opinion is
that it is the Horn that we all play.

Marilyn Kloss ([e-mail]) adds:

> I thought it was in Britain where the term originated, of course carried
> over here.  I agree with your writer that it is frustrating and annoying
> that people in general don't know what a "horn" is.  Actually, try talking
> to the general public about "English horn" and see what you get!

Seth Urion ([e-mail]) relates Barry Tuckwell's thoughts:

> The name for the instrument in English speaking countries, meaning England,
> came from the fact that hunting horns differed greatly from England to the
> continent, France in particular.  While French hunting horns were large,
> worn over the shoulder, and looked roughly similar to what we now call
> simply a "hunting horn", British hunting horns were much smaller, say ten
> inches in diameter, held in a single hand, and pitched signifigantly higher.
> Thus, to differentiate between what the Brits' called a "horn" and the
> larger thing we call a "horn", the larger modern instrument was given the
> prefix "French", as it reminded them of the continental hunting horn.
> This also explains why the continental types don't call it anything but a horn.

Finally [!], from Alan Cole ([e-mail]) comes musings from
long-time hornist Glen Wren:

> 1.  The Horn, often incorrectly referred to as the "French Horn" was not
> developed in France, but in the Alps of the Germanic countries, commonly used
> to warn animal intruders who threatened the shepherd's flock.  The instrument
> was constructed entirely of wood and straw, and the conical designed
> mouthpiece was also wooden.  Since those sparse beginnings, the Horn went
> through a miriad of changes in order to make it more appropriate to play
> diatonically, but , for some unknown reason, kept its conical bore design
> which gave it the unique tone quality we identify as the Horn sound.  Since
> the French dominated most of the Alpine region during this developmental
> stage of the horn, the term "French Horn" became a popular term which has
> stuck with us 'til this day.  Bottom line, the "Horn" should never be called
> a "French Horn," unless you are speaking with the uninformed public, or don't
> want to get involved in a heated discussion because you are busy dumping out
> the spit, and only have 8 measures of rest to do so.

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3. What is a FAQ?

Among the Usenet and Internet community, it soon became obvious after the
first common mailing lists/newsgroups were established, the same questions
would come up over and over again. This becomes annoying after a while .. so
the tradition of the FAQ evolved. A FAQ (which stands for Frequently Asked
Questions) is a list of commonly asked questions and answers to those
questions, and is sent out periodically to the mailing list membership. This
reduces traffic to *new* and hopefully *exciting* questions.

FAQs are not meant to be static documents. If you have a correction, or
suggestion for the FAQ, please send it to THE FAQ MAINTAINER, not the
mailing list. Contributors' names and email addresses will be listed in the
FAQ unless they state otherwise.

This FAQ is sent out on the 1st of each month. Comments should be sent to
Ron Boerger, [e-mail]. THIS IS NOT WHERE YOU SUBSCRIBE TO THE LIST;
see item 4 below.
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4. What is the Hornists' Mailing List?

The International Horn Society (IHS) has, for a period of time, "sponsored"
this list as a means for horn players to communicate with one another on
topics of interest to the horn community in general. Any sort of question,
announcement, or posting that involves the horn is appropriate for this
group. It is NOT, however, a place to discuss general music theory, brass
ensembles, or other topics that do not have relevance to horn players.

Although membership was originally (Feb 1994) limited to those hornists who
were members of the IHS, that restriction was lifted in May, 1994. Now, all
you have to do is be interested in horn to be added to the email list.
Rumour has it there's even a saxophone player on the distribution somewhere.

We have all levels of hornists on the distributions; professional hornists,
teachers of the instrument, student hornists, semi-pros and people who just
enjoy playing (or listening to) the horn. You don't have to do this for a
living to join the group!

You will also get more information when you subscribe to the list. A copy of
this info may be obtained by sending the text "info horn" as the body of a
message to " [e-mail]".

a. How do I subscribe to the mailing list?

Simply send a message to " [e-mail]". The body of your
message should state the following, EXACTLY:

     subscribe horn
     end

After you send this message, you will receive a reply from the list server;
after this point, you're on the horn mailing list!

A digest form of the list is now available! This lets list subscribers
receive a single message per day with all postings for that day concatenated
together. Many people find digests less obtrusive than 10 or 20 messages
daily, especially if they are getting their email at work. To subscribe to
the digest, send the message below to [e-mail]:

        subscribe horn-digest
        end

If you're already signed up for the horn list, you'll need to unsubscribe
from it first, and then resubscribe as the instructions above state
(actually, you can just send one message with three lines; one to
unsubscribe from horn, one to subscribe to the digest as above, and an end
line).

If you have friends that might be interested, PLEASE GIVE THEM THIS
INFORMATION; administrative requests such as this should NOT go to the horn
distribution itself.

b. How do I send a message to the mailing list?

Compose your message with your choice of mailer, then send it to:

     [e-mail]

If you think of it, putting HORN: in the subject line might help some people
filter the messages. Your subject line should be descriptive so that those
of us who receive literally hundreds of messages per day can easily decide
if they want to take the time to look at the body.

c. Who do I send questions to about the mailing list?

If you have questions about how the list is administered, whether or not you
are getting mail, or other administrative questions, they should go to Dr.
Greene ([e-mail]). Questions about the FAQ should go to
[e-mail]. Questions about postings to the list should be directed to
the originator of the posting, unless you feel that your question has
interest to the entire group; in this case, post your question to
[e-mail].

d. Can I send mail about other musical instruments to this mailing list?

Generally not; this list is for horn-specific topics, although occasionally
we may touch on other things in the course of a horn question. See items 7 &
8 below for some other mailing lists that may be of interest.

e. How do I cancel my list membership?

Send a message consisting of the text, "unsubscribe horn", to
[e-mail]. You will get a confirmation that your membership in
the list has been terminated by your request. Naturally, if you subscribed
to the digest, send unsubscribe horn-digest instead. In either case, you'll
have to unsubscribe from the same email address that you subscribed from ..
majordomo has no way of knowing that your new, different address is for the
same person as your old one.

Again, we ask that you do NOT send a cancel request to the horn mailing list
itself.
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5. The IHS

a. What is the IHS?

The International Horn Society [IHS] was formed in June of 1970 for the
purpose of furthering knowledge about the Horn and its literature, as well
as to promote communications among its players. These goals now extend into
virtually every aspect of the instrument itself, its literature, and the
techniques by which we can better communicate as musicians.

The Society has something to offer every player or Horn enthusiast. For
those interested in technique, there are articles in the HORN CALL (the IHS
Journal), and lectures, master classes, and clinics at its workshops. For
those interested in literature and performance, there are music and record
reviews in the HORN CALL plus recitals and exhibits at the workshops. If you
are someone interested in knowing more about the physical aspects of the
instrument, there have been several major acoustical studies reported in the
HORN CALL, and it is possible to speak directly with many of the Hornmakers
who exhibit at the workshops.

In addition, you will receive details and scholarly research stuides
pertaining to the Horn as published in the Society's refereed journal, The
Horn Call Annual. Members also receive an annual Directory listing the
membership of the IHS. Four Newsletters are published each year to keep the
membership informed of immediate horn news and activities.

For the rest ... there is a communication (and a commiseration) - which
replenished the spirit, restores the faith, and renews the determination to
be a stronger player and a better musician.

The IHS is more than an organization, it is an opportunity to participate in
the very best of what the Horn has to offer. Please join us.

b. Aims and Purposes

The purpose of this society shall be to promote musical education with
particular reference to the horn. In pursuit of its aims and purposes, the
Society and its members:

   * Hold and encourage workshops, lectures, and seminars open to the
     public.
   * Publish a Journal consisting of materials appropriate to the horn, as
     well as periodic newsletters and membership lists.
   * Encourage the awarding of grants and scholarships to competition
     winners.
   * Encourage composers and arrangers to write music featuring the horn.
   * Foster competitions for and the commissioning of new repertoire
     featuring the horn.
   * Establish and foster an Archives/Research Facility pertaining to the
     horn and horn playing.
   * Establish close working relationships with music teachers.
   * Present honors and recognition for distinctive service relating to the
     horn.

c. How can I join?

As of this writing [Dec 1996], IHS dues are:

   * Regular Membership: $30/year
   * Three-year membership: $75
   * Life Membership: $500

You may print this application out and mail it to the address listed below,
or contact Heidi Vogel ([e-mail]), Executive Secretary of the
IHS, for more information.
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                        INTERNATIONAL HORN SOCIETY       Date:  ___/___/___
                          MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION
                         [from the Horn email FAQ]

Please Print or Type                                     Reg. Membership:
                                                                  $30.00/year
Name: _________________________________________________  3 years: $75.00
      (first)        (initial)        (last)

Telephone: (____) ________________

Address: ______________________________________________  Life Membership: $500
                                                                (once)
         ______________________________________________
                                                         Membership year is
         ______________________________________________  calendar year,
                                                         beginning with
                                                         receipt of dues
email address (optional):  ____________________________

Payment must be by U.S. Check, U.S. Bank Draft, or International Money Order,
made payable to "International Horn Society".  Send with this completed
application to:         Heidi Vogel, Executive Secretary, IHS
                        8180 Thunder Street
                        Juneau AK  99801
                        USA

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d. When is the Next IHS Conference?

The 1998 International Horn Summit will be held 2-8 June, 1998, in Banff,
Alberta, Canada. The triumvirate of Froydis Ree Werke, David Hoyt (Edmonton
Symphony), and Isobel Moore Rolston (Banff Centre) will co-host the event.

The conference already has a basic URL, at:

http://www.banffcentre.ab.ca/Music/horn.html

The 1999 Conference will likely be held somewhere in Europe, although there
is a certain amount of sentiment for it to be held in China. The IHS is
actively seeking bids from those interested in hosting the event.

For those wondering why seemingly many of the IHS conferences are held in
North America, it has been because bids from other locations to hold the
conference have been few and far between. Want to have a conference in your
country? Contact the IHS.

What goes on at an IHS conference? Follow this link to read "Reports from
Rochester", an unofficial summary of each day's goings-on at the 1997
conference.

e. Does the IHS have a web site? Where is it?

Yes!! The IHS' official site is on-line at http://www.wmich.edu/horn. It is
a fact-filled, visually pleasing site created by Bruce Hebmd, a.k.a.
"Horndog" and creator of the Thomas Bacon home page. You can get complete
information about the IHS by visiting this wonderful site.

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6. Speaking of conferences, what other horn-related conferences are there?

There are several yearly horn conferences, held both in the US and in other
countries. As more information becomes available, it will be posted here.
The only conferences I have solid information on are:

        Call of the Wild Horn Festival
        Cold Lake, Alberta, Canada
        05-07 September 1997
        Contact:  Jeff Gaye, [phone], [phone] x8184

        Scheduled to appear:  David Hoyt, Gerald Onciul, Mary Pearon, Tom
        Staples, William Gordon, Canadian Forces Horn Choir.  Other activites
        include massed horn choir, master classes, and more.


        Horn, Hand Horn, Baroque Horn Master Class Week
        Sillico di Castelnuovo Garfagnana-Lucca, Italy
        09-15 September 1997
        Contact:  Paul Thomas, c/o Paruzzolo via V. E. Orlando, 7; 35100 Padova, Italy
        phone [phone], Fax [phone], email [e-mail]

        Featured Artist:  Michael Thompson
        The course is intended for fourteen horn players of professional or music college
        level who wish to improve their musicality, technique, and endurance over a
        week of intense practice.

        Taller Regional de Trompas en Puerto Rico
        Conservatory of Music, Santurce, Puerto Rico
        07-08 November 1997
        Contact:  Roberto Rivera, Badorioty Gardens, Apt 1-A, Santurce Puerto Rico 00907
        phone:  [phone], Fax [phone]

        Guest Artists: Rafael Irizarry, Raimundo Diaz, Pedro Mojica, Roberto Rivera
        Will feature exhibits, ensembles, a concert by the Puerto Rico Symphony, and
        clinics by the artists mentioned above.

        1998 Northeast Horn Workshop
        Crane School of Music, Potsdam, New York, USA
        17-19 April 1998
        Contact:  Roy Shaberg, Rt 1 Box 3, Potsdam NY 13676
        phone:  [phone], Fax [phone], e-mail [e-mail]

        More information forthcoming later this year!

Additionally, the Horn Call is an excellent source for conference
information, and is another reason why you should join the International
Horn Society.

Some of the conference information is from the IHS Newsletter, copyright ꤊ1997, International Horn Society, and is reprinted here by permission.

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7. Are there any other brass mailing lists?

Yes! Try these for starters:
                  email [e-mail], stating that you want to
                  subscribe to the Brass Mailing List. You can specify
 Brass Digest:    digest (1 message/day) or individual messages (many
                  messages/day).

                  The list maintainer is Ted Zateslo at the above address.
                  send a message containing the line

                       subscribe tubaeuph

 Tuba-Euphonium:  to
                       [e-mail]

                  The list maintainer is Joseph Dyvig,
                  [e-mail].
                  Send a one line message (no Subject:) to:

                       [e-mail]

 Trumpet:         with the message:
                       subscribe tpin [or, tpin-digest]

                  The list maintaner is Michael Anderson. The web site is
                  http://trumpet.dana.edu/~trumpet.
                  Send a one line message (no Subject:) to:

                       [e-mail]
 Trombone:
                  with the message:

                       sub trombone-L Your Name

                  Send a message (no Subject:) to:

                       [e-mail]

                  containing the text:

                       subscribe community-music
 Community Music:      end

                  or, for the digest version,

                       subscribe community-music-digest
                       end

                  home page: http://www.io.com/~rboerger/community.html
                  Send a message to:
 Brass Bands:     [e-mail]
                  containing the text:
                  subscribe brass-band YourName

 Saxophone:       When will you sax people get it through your head that
                  the Sax is NOT A BRASS INSTRUMENT! :-)
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8. Are there any other musical mailing lists or newsgroups?

There are many "usenet news groups" on the topic of music. As of May 1995,
here is a list of some "music" related newsgroups:

        rec.music.cd
        rec.music.christian
        rec.music.classical
        rec.music.classical.performing
        rec.music.compose
        rec.music.info
        rec.music.makers
        rec.music.makers.bands
        rec.music.makers.marketplace
        rec.music.makers.percussion
        rec.music.makers.french-horn
        rec.music.makers.trumpet
        rec.music.marketplace
        rec.music.misc
        rec.music.movies
        rec.music.reviews
        rec.music.video

Please note: These are just a few of the groups that are available.

There are also mailing lists available for other instruments. As we find out
about them, they will be added to the list.

The canonical USENET list of musical mailing lists can be obtained by any of
the following methods:

via finger [e-mail]

by sending email to [e-mail]; no special commands are required;

via anonymous FTP at:
   ftp://server.berkeley.edu/pub/misc/lomml
   ftp://ftp.uwp.edu/pub/music/misc/mail.lists.music

on the World Wide Web (WWW) in plaintext at:
   http://www.shadow.net/~mwaas/lomml.html

list maintained by Mitchel Waas, [e-mail]
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9. Is there a horn newsgroup?

A recent CFD/CFV for the group rec.music.makers.french-horn was submitted
and passed by C. J. Liotta. While I personally find the name of the group
anaethema, it has passed according to all the guidelines and the group has
been propogated. It is unclear at this point if the newsgroup and the
mailing list will ever be tied together; the amount of traffic on the
newgroup is perhaps 10-20% that of the mailing list.
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10. How do I get to the newsgroup?

It's really beyond the scope of this document to tell you how to get the
newsgroup, because there are so many different systems. If you are using a
newsreader such as rn, trn, etc, you can subscribe by entering the command,
"grec.music.makers.french-horn". If you are on AOL, you will have to use the
"Expert Add" command under "Newsgroups", and just enter
"rec.music.makers.french-horn" at the prompt. Other news browsers should
have similar mechanisms.

If, after entering the correct subscription command, *and* the correct
newsgroup name, you get a message stating something like "no such
newsgroup", talk the the people responsible for administering your system
about manually adding the group. Some sites do not automatically add all
newsgroups, even ones validly created such as r.m.m.f-h.

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