Horn Fundamentals

Efficiency in technical development

This book is a compilation of the basic rudimentary exercises Bruno Schneider plays as a matter of routine to keep himself in the requisite physical shape to endure the rigors of a demanding orchestral, solo, and chamber music career. They also represent the underlying concepts and principles on which his teaching of technical issues has been predicated.

Efficiency in technical development requires patience, creative imagination, and a dedication to the ultimate goal of technical perfection is an important component of my teaching. Additionally, it should be noted that technical perfection exists solely as a means to achieve a musical goal, providing musicians with the necessary confidence and tools to express the complete range of musical emotions.