The Art of French Horn Playing

By Philip Farkas

This is a classic text on the horn along with very informative explanations and musical examples. I have reviewed this book many times over the 40 years I have played horn. Perhaps I am a bit partial to this book as I was fortunate enough to have the grand old...

man himself, Philip Farkas, autograph my copy years ago..

My french horn teacher first introduced me to this book. It has so much information that is very important for new, and even some older, horn players to know! If you like this book you should also read Farkas' The Art of Musicianship!

this is a book i would recommend to all f. horn players because it reallly helps the player to understand the instrument they're playing, which i think is very important. it runs first through history, and different mouthpieces, horns, etc. and then moves on to technique. i'm not...

quite through it, because it's kind of slow reading, but it's a good book to get.

the art of french horn playing will remain the bible for all hornplayers. here is a book written by a 1st class hornist, that also was an extremely intelligent and meticulous human being.the book is a must for students and profesionals , congratulations to the late phil farkas. on the...

vai label i recomend the dvd of the chicago symphony conducted by fritz reiner with live performances of 1953 and 1954, see and listen how phil farkas played!!

I rated this book for Beginners, but it really is for every level of player. It covers nearly every aspect, both physical and mental, of horn playing. I'm starting to play again after 12 years, and I wish I knew of this book when I started playing back in...

grade school! It has really helped me focus on my weaknesses as a player, and got me excited about playing again!