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Long Tone Duets for Horns by Jena Gardner is appropriate for high school through professional horn players.

Long Tone Duets for Horns has been crafted to explore every major and minor key along with aspects of horn playing like the harmonic series, stopped horn hand technique, expressive lip trills, and several excerpts from the standard orchestral repertoire. The book progressively expands in difficulty, providing players with a systematic pedagogical approach to musical improvement. Through the exchange of musical ideas and the pursuit of common goals, players will develop a deeper understanding of ensemble playing and the art of horn performance.

"'Long Tone Duets,' crafted by Jena Gardner, is a welcome addition to etudes and routines for me and for all horn players. We are expected to be able to sustain while being legato and flexible in many solo works and ensemble playing. With these pages of varied intervals, ranges, dynamics, and techniques, one can play with a student to help them develop their fundamentals while having some 'fun.' The idea of long tones being fun and progressive with students is not only challenging but necessary. With the progression of exercises in intervals, keys, and dynamics, we can challenge both the talent and the enjoyment of developing pitch, concept of sound, technique, and strength, all built around 'Long Tone Duets,' brought to us by enthusiastic horn professor Jena Gardner." - Gail Williams, Horn Professor Emerita, Charles Deering McCormick Professor of Teaching Excellence, Northwestern University

"Jena Gardner's 'Long Tone Duets' is an invaluable resource for horn players seeking to hone their intonation, lip trills, and explore orchestral excerpts in a duet format. Through insightful and creative exercises, this book provides the perfect platform for collaborative practice in private lessons. Gardner's expertise shines through, offering musicians a comprehensive guide to strengthen essential skills. An indispensable addition to any horn player's library.” - Dr. Kristy Morrell, Associate Professor of Horn, Baylor University School of Music; Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra

62 pages

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