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Each part matters

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Freebie: How to Choose a Mouthpiece

While equipment does not solve technique issues, it certainly can help us achieve our finest playing. We worked with Alex Strachan of Strachan Brass to develop this 16 page guide. It explains the role each part of a French horn mouthpiece plays, and the science of finding your personal best configuration.

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Notable Alumni

We've worked with players in all walks of life, from students to professionals. Many have achieved remarkable results. Here are some of our alumni, and their own words. Explore High Range Magic →

Mollie Pate

Mollie Pate

Mollie Pate

Louisiana Philharmonic

Jonathan Barrett

Jonathan Barrett

Jonathan Barrett

BBC Philharmonic

Sebastian Dunn

Sebastian Dunn

Sebastian Dunn

NZ Symphony Orchestra

Beth Graham

Beth Graham

Beth Graham

Baltimore Symphony

Lisa Bergman

Lisa Bergman

Lisa Bergman

Baltimore Symphony

Chris Gough

Chris Gough

Chris Gough

Principal Horn, BBC Scottish Symphony

Lee Wadenpfuhl

Lee Wadenpfuhl

Lee Wadenpfuhl

Sydney Opera

Young Kim

Young Kim

Young Kim

International Freelancer

Braydon Ross

Braydon Ross

Braydon Ross

1st Prize, IHC of America

John Little

John Little

John Little

Award-Winning Soloist

John Schreckengost

John Schreckengost

John Schreckengost

Chicago Sinfonietta

Madeleine Folkerts

Madeleine Folkerts

Madeleine Folkerts

Principal Horn, Great Falls Symphony

Jon Anderson

Jon Anderson

Jon Anderson

4th Horn, Tucson Symphony

Jeff Nelsen

Jeff Nelsen

Jeff Nelsen

Canadian Brass

Peter Del Grosso

Peter Del Grosso

Peter Del Grosso

Metropolitan Horn Authority

Rusty Holmes

Rusty Holmes

Rusty Holmes

I played the end of Concertstuck and the entire scale up to E6, not just once, but multiple times!

Mollie Pate

Louisiana Philharmonic

My high range is no longer konzertSTUCK! There is no way I could have safely attempted the first horn part before High Range Magic. To have recorded proof of myself playing one of the most epic moments is surreal.

Sebastian Dunn

NZ Symphony Orchestra

High C was generally my ceiling. Thanks to High Range Magic, miraculously I can climb those stairs and push that ceiling higher and higher.

Christopher Gough

Principal Horn, BBC Scottish Symphony

Going into High Range Magic I was a scared and timid player. Now I have relaxed, confident control over 5 octaves. High Range Magic completely changed the way I approach the horn.

Justin Phillips

High Range Magic Graduate

I increased my range by at least 1 octave, playing easily up to high G above high C. I have so much more confidence and ability. It feels so good to hear my improvements.

Debbie Lowes

High Range Magic Graduate

My first concert since joining High Range Magic and I haven't felt so comfortable in many years. The high notes were not stressful and I got to the last page with plenty of fuel in the tank. At 67 years of age!

Mervyn Stephens

High Range Magic Graduate

The founder of my brass quintet said, 'Man, Jack, you sound great. Where are you auditioning?' I hadn't yet told him I was.

Jack Levoska

High Range Magic Graduate

This method has changed my mind-set and my life. My increase in range, endurance and confidence has put me in a position where I am in demand more than ever.

Alan Pefley

High Range Magic Graduate

I am so glad I took the plunge. This is the horn player I was always meant to be!

Marian

High Range Magic Graduate

The day I nailed the double high C squeak and didn't even know it. I learned that I am an amazing high horn player. The sky is the limit, just go for it!

Ellen Klein

High Range Magic Graduate

I can play a high F above high C without even setting or thinking about it. The high range has no limits, and I can partake in the high range party anytime I choose.

Mat Boatright

High Range Magic Graduate

I played high notes I didn't think were even possible on the horn. I can play a double high C. I found a renewed sense of joy and drive in my music-making.

Ryan Wezner

High Range Magic Graduate

I played the end of Concertstuck and the entire scale up to E6, not just once, but multiple times!

Mollie Pate

Louisiana Philharmonic

My high range is no longer konzertSTUCK! There is no way I could have safely attempted the first horn part before High Range Magic. To have recorded proof of myself playing one of the most epic moments is surreal.

Sebastian Dunn

NZ Symphony Orchestra

High C was generally my ceiling. Thanks to High Range Magic, miraculously I can climb those stairs and push that ceiling higher and higher.

Christopher Gough

Principal Horn, BBC Scottish Symphony

Going into High Range Magic I was a scared and timid player. Now I have relaxed, confident control over 5 octaves. High Range Magic completely changed the way I approach the horn.

Justin Phillips

High Range Magic Graduate

I increased my range by at least 1 octave, playing easily up to high G above high C. I have so much more confidence and ability. It feels so good to hear my improvements.

Debbie Lowes

High Range Magic Graduate

My first concert since joining High Range Magic and I haven't felt so comfortable in many years. The high notes were not stressful and I got to the last page with plenty of fuel in the tank. At 67 years of age!

Mervyn Stephens

High Range Magic Graduate

The founder of my brass quintet said, 'Man, Jack, you sound great. Where are you auditioning?' I hadn't yet told him I was.

Jack Levoska

High Range Magic Graduate

This method has changed my mind-set and my life. My increase in range, endurance and confidence has put me in a position where I am in demand more than ever.

Alan Pefley

High Range Magic Graduate

I am so glad I took the plunge. This is the horn player I was always meant to be!

Marian

High Range Magic Graduate

The day I nailed the double high C squeak and didn't even know it. I learned that I am an amazing high horn player. The sky is the limit, just go for it!

Ellen Klein

High Range Magic Graduate

I can play a high F above high C without even setting or thinking about it. The high range has no limits, and I can partake in the high range party anytime I choose.

Mat Boatright

High Range Magic Graduate

I played high notes I didn't think were even possible on the horn. I can play a double high C. I found a renewed sense of joy and drive in my music-making.

Ryan Wezner

High Range Magic Graduate

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