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Author: DrewSorensenMusic
Date: 2012-10-03 12:51
So Forrests is selling a Loree NN English Horn at quite a bargain. It is described as made in 1924, and in excellent condition. Can anyone comment as to the feeling of playing this instrument versus other English Horns? I play a Loree C series, so when I purchase an English Horn, I've been considering either a Loree H to M series or maybe a Howarth s40c. I haven't expected to see a Loree of this era, so I haven't really put it in my mind, although I've heard they may sound quite nice.
Drew S.
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Author: DrewSorensenMusic
Date: 2012-10-03 22:02
Thanks CJ,
It's a deal that seems too good to be true. It may be the case.
Anyone else have a similar experience, just to double check?
Drew S.
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Author: heckelmaniac
Date: 2012-10-04 02:40
Hi Drew,
I have had a number of "ancient" Loree English horns, such as
N series (c. 1908) plateau, with left F (added), low articulated C#, Ab-Bb trill
mint condition, no a scratch to be found, played beautifully
Z series (c.1910) ring, though full professional system one of my favorite Loree
English horns ever
my main English horn for some years until I discovered Puchner English horns
SS plateau- stellar
AF plateau belonged to one of my teachers, Phil Kirchner
also a beautiful instrument
Loree YY plateau also something "to write home about"
Some of the ancient Loree English horns will tend to be a little sharp.
I have often used a #3 bocal with excellent result.
The thinner wall Loree English horns tend to "resonate like crazy."
Beware- on occasion you may find an ancient Loree English horn (or oboe d'amore) that was made for the English market, even after 1915, that will be hopelessly sharp overall, being "band pitch." A long bocal (such as a #4) will NOT bring the band pitch instruments to playing A=440- only a few notes will be in tune. Almost impossible to re-work the old band pitch instruments to play successfully at A+440
With best wishes,
Peter
Oboes.us
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Author: DrewSorensenMusic
Date: 2012-10-04 02:46
Thanks Peter,
I'm wondering if professionals like you, CJ, and the like would have more luck with assessment of the instrument than myself, being new to the trade. I think I may keep my search to the H to M Lorees and Howarths. At any rate, I still have a bit of time before I purchase an English Horn, though it was interesting to see it pop up when it did.
Drew S.
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