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The English horn consists of four main parts: the body, which is typically made of grenadilla wood, the bocal, a curved metal tube that connects to the body, the keys and finger holes for producing different pitches, and the double reed, which is attached to the bocal and vibrates to create sound.

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What is the difference between a French horn and an English horn?

The French horn is a brass instrument with a curved shape and a flared bell, while the English horn is a woodwind instrument with a double reed and a pear-shaped bell. They produce different sounds and are used in different types of music.


What is the English horn also called?

The English horn is also known as the Cor Anglais


How long is the English horn?

The English horn is 2 feet 7.5 inches


Is the English horn suprano or bass?

The English Horn is generally considered a mezzo soprano


How do you describe an English horn?

The cor anglais (English horn) is a double-reed woodwind.


Is a trumpet a horn?

No it is not the same as a French or English horn.


What horn isn't a horn at all it's the brother of the oboe?

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What are some recommended pieces of English horn music for intermediate players to practice?

Some recommended pieces of English horn music for intermediate players to practice include "Sonata for English Horn and Piano" by Paul Hindemith, "Romance for English Horn and Piano" by Robert Schumann, and "Elegy for English Horn and Piano" by Igor Stravinsky.


Does an English horn have a reed?

The English horn requires a specialized double reed similar to the Oboe


Where can you buy a single English horn case but not an english horn and oboe combo case?

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Did the English horn evolve other instrument?

The English Horn is a variant of the Oboe. It has a double reed and is pitched five notes lower then the oboe (F).


How do you play the English horn?

Playing the English horn needs practice. In order to start, first make sure the instrument is properly assembled. Soak the reed of the horn in saliva or water then place the reed over your lower lip. Roll your lips over your teeth and make an emboucher and then make different tones by changing your lips tension as you blow for different notes. Breathe deeply as you blow in the horn for better sounds.