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French Horn Lessons in Ottawa – Fun, Friendly, and Tailored to You!

Hey there! I’m Guy Edrington, a professional French horn player and teacher who loves helping students of all ages fall in love with this amazing instrument. Whether you’re a total beginner, a high school student prepping for band, or an adult revisiting an old passion, I’m here to make learning enjoyable, rewarding, and stress-free.

Why Take Lessons with Me?

“Active Performer, Proven Teacher”
When I’m not teaching, I’m on stage! I recently completed 7 concerts for Concerts in Care. As a studio musician, recitalist, and freelance player (working in both Canada and the U.S.), I bring real-world expertise to every lesson.

I have taught at the Royal Conservatory in Toronto, Lakehead University and listed as horn instructor at Carlton University. My undergraduate degree was in music education from Florida State University which has a highly regarded music education program, consistently ranked among the top programs in the U.S.

Want to hear my playing? Check out these samples:

• Studio Session 1: “Horn Solo Excerpt from Our Little Sister (Original Music by Yoko Kano”

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• Studio Session 2: “My take on the melancholic French horn solo from The Beatles’ ‘For No One’

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• Studio Session 3: “Most hear Auld Lang Syne once a year—sung drunkenly at midnight. I wanted to peel back the noise and let its melancholy poetry shine. My arrangement leans into the minor modes hiding beneath the tune’s surface.” Here is the entire tune. I hope you enjoy how well this song works for the horn. I even included some fireworks sounds in the background.

 I’ve been where you are—and I know how to help! With years of teaching (including at Lakehead University and the Royal Conservatory) and performing as a Conn-Selmer French Horn Artist, I’ve picked up tricks that make learning easier and more fun.

 No two students are alike, so I don’t teach like a robot. We’ll focus on your goals—whether that’s nailing an audition, playing your first melody, or just jamming for joy.

 Real-world experience makes all the difference! I’ve trained with world-renowned horn pedagogues like Froydis Ree Wekre (one of the foremost horn teachers globally) during my postgraduate performance horn studies in Oslo, Norway, and Dr. Bill Capps at FSU. This means you’re learning proven, elite techniques—not just theory.”

Also I have had lessons or played in masterclasses with Philip Farkas, Barry Tuckwell, Erick Penzel, Eugene Ricttick, Kendell Betts,   Neil Sanders  Dennis Behm, Bill Robinson and Doug Hill

 Life’s busy! I get it. Between gigs and teaching, I keep my schedule flexible so we can find a time that works for you.

New Year’s Special! Limited Time 

“French Horn Basics Crash Course” – One 60-Minute Lesson for $60
Perfect for absolute beginners or anyone who wants a refresher! We’ll cover:

• How to buzz
• Playing on the mouthpiece
• How to hold the horn
• Getting your horn in tune wih proper position of the slides
• Making your first clear, beautiful notes and learning how to buzz
• Breathing techniques that actually work
• Left and Right Hand Position
• Answers to all your “wait, why does the horn do that?!” questions

Limited spots—message me to book yours!

Regular Lessons

• $45 → 30 minutes (great for younger students or focused tune-ups)

• $75 → 60 minutes (ideal for deeper progress)

Let’s Get Started!

Lessons are relaxed, encouraging, and all about your progress. No judgment—just great music.

Email me: guyedrington@gmail.com
Call/text: (613) 600-1462

P.S. Know someone curious about the horn? Gift a lesson! (Parents, this is a way cooler summer activity than video games ).