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European Shank Mouthpieces

PUBLISHED: May 6, 2010, John Ericson

Several mouthpiece makers catering to the North American market now produce mouthpieces with a European shank. It is a topic a lot of horn players and teachers still seem somewhat unaware of and is actually quite important to consider depending on the model of your horn. Some horns will certainly play better with a mouthpiece [...]

The Neill Sanders Mouthpiece

PUBLISHED: September 29, 2009, John Ericson
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One unique and classic line of mouthpieces was produced into the late 1980s by hornist Neill Sanders. Perhaps most remembered for giving a bit more comfort to students with braces, this wide rim horn mouthpiece is one that if you have ever seen one you will remember it. This photo is of an example that [...]

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Giardinelli Horn Mouthpieces Through the Ages

PUBLISHED: September 22, 2009, John Ericson
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One of the classic, old standard brands of mouthpieces in the United States has been the series produced by Giardinelli. Giardinelli Band Instrument Company was located in New York City and produced some of the best horn mouthpieces available. However, over the years the production standards changed as the company itself changed hands. On the [...]

New Horn, New Mouthpiece

PUBLISHED: March 18, 2008, John Ericson

No, I don’t have a new horn. But I feel a bit like I do, or I have one back, as I recently received a new rim. First, one overall point. When you switch horns it is common to need to switch or change mouthpiece. Not every mouthpiece will work in every horn due to [...]

Mouthpiece Trial FAQ

PUBLISHED: February 4, 2007, John Ericson

You have been trying mouthpieces lately? Yes, the post last week is correct, I am trying mouthpieces, and over the years I have tried lots and lots of mouthpieces. I have noticed there are two categories of players, those that won’t even try a new mouthpiece unless they have a couple months off to try [...]

Brief Thoughts on Hand Straps and Flippers

PUBLISHED: November 21, 2006, John Ericson

I get asked fairly often about “straps” and “flippers,” devices that aid in holding the horn in a more ergonomic manner. For years I avoided using a strap or flipper, figuring that I would use extra pressure if I had one. When I finally changed to using one, I wished I had switched years before. [...]

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