Hi all - Definitely an off topic question here, but I could really use some help from those who've been through it before.
We have a budding French horn player who's ending her 2nd year, is doing very well, practices regularly, enjoys playing, was selected for the all county band, and appears as though she's going to stick with this. We think it may be time to purchase a horn as opposed to renting one. Preferably something suitable through HS, but even an intermediate step would be acceptable. I think she's currently using a single horn by Conn.
We need brand/model suggestions that won't break the bank. I understand that a double horn is the way to go, and that the Yamaha and Holton horns are desirable (among others)...they're also fairly expensive. What we're looking for are suggestions for those brands and models that represent the most bang for the buck that might be picked up used in the $350-$500 range, that are still good functioning horns and that are a worthwhile purchases...basically hoping to avoid the junk. Used is likely where the better values are. I see all kinds of brands and no name horns...what's good and what's not?
Your comments would be greatly appreciated! TIA!
We have a budding French horn player who's ending her 2nd year, is doing very well, practices regularly, enjoys playing, was selected for the all county band, and appears as though she's going to stick with this. We think it may be time to purchase a horn as opposed to renting one. Preferably something suitable through HS, but even an intermediate step would be acceptable. I think she's currently using a single horn by Conn.
We need brand/model suggestions that won't break the bank. I understand that a double horn is the way to go, and that the Yamaha and Holton horns are desirable (among others)...they're also fairly expensive. What we're looking for are suggestions for those brands and models that represent the most bang for the buck that might be picked up used in the $350-$500 range, that are still good functioning horns and that are a worthwhile purchases...basically hoping to avoid the junk. Used is likely where the better values are. I see all kinds of brands and no name horns...what's good and what's not?
Your comments would be greatly appreciated! TIA!
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