Episode of Series “We Make Music”.
Ifor James explains the complexities of the modern double horn and its use in the modern symphony orchestra. The part played by the horn in chamber music is also illustrated and tribute paid to Dennis Brain, who is heard playing an excerpt from the Beethoven Horn Sonata.
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ACMI Identifier
321403
Language
English
Subject categories
Education, Instruction, Teaching & Schools → Music - Instruction and study
Educational & Instructional → Educational films
Educational & Instructional → Instructional
Music & Performing Arts → Brass instruments
Music & Performing Arts → Chamber music
Music & Performing Arts → Music - Instruction and study
Music & Performing Arts → Musical instruments
Music & Performing Arts → Musical instruments - History
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)