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5. Differences between Alto Horns and Euphoniums
| Alto horn | Euphonium | |
|---|---|---|
| Bore | 11 mm | 15 mm (runniung up to 16.2mm) |
| Comparative pitch | between trumpet and tenor horn | deeper than the turmpet, higher than the tuba by an octave each |
| Bell | about 18 cm | about 28 cm |
| Overall sound | overall a little higher | full and supple in the lower ranges |
- What is the range of a tenor horn?
- Is French horn alto or tenor?
- What is an E flat alto horn?
- What key is an alto horn?
What is the range of a tenor horn?
Tenor horn vs. baritone:
| Tenor horn | Baritone | |
|---|---|---|
| Pitch | B | B |
| Number of rotary valves | 3 (exception: 4) | 4 & 5 (exception 3) |
| Bore | 13.0 mm to 13.9 mm | 14.7 mm to 16 mm |
| Range | E to b | E to b (plus lower fourth) |
Is French horn alto or tenor?
The way I understand it, French horn is itself an alto instrument, or at least one that more often than not plays within the alto range.
What is an E flat alto horn?
The tenor horn (British English; alto horn in American English, Althorn in Germany; occasionally referred to as E♭ horn) is a brass instrument in the saxhorn family, and is usually pitched in E♭. ... However, the tenor horn has occasionally been used as an alternative to the French horn in concert bands.
What key is an alto horn?
It is a brass instrument that plays in the alto range, similar to a horn, but is pitched in the key of Eb. It resembles a baritone or a euphonium in appearance but is smaller in size. The alto horn is commonly used in brass bands and marching bands but is usually replaced by the horn in concert and symphonic ensembles.
