Master the French Horn with Expert Private Coaching

Professional, 1-on-1 personalized instruction in Ottawa for high school and university students, adult players, and motivated beginners.

✨ Not sure where to begin? Ask about a complimentary 15-minute consultation!

🍂 Fall Special: French Horn Fundamentals Session

Are you starting out on horn this school year, preparing for fall auditions, or getting back into playing? Jumpstart your playing with a dedicated 1-Hour Essentials Session designed to establish proper habits and technique right from the start.

What This 1-Hour Session Covers:

  • Embouchure & Airflow: Diagnostic check to build a clean tone, easy response, and efficient breath support.
  • Posture & Mechanics: Proper left-hand posture, lever operation, and instrument hold.
  • Right Hand in the Bell: Fundamental positioning to optimize tuning, projection, and acoustic warmth.
  • Daily Practice Routine: Essential warm-up and technical exercises tailored to your current level.
Fall Special Rate: $60.00
(Save $20.00 off the regular $80/hr rate — available through October 31, 2026)

*Limited studio availability to ensure dedicated individual attention for every student.

Private French Horn Lessons with Guy Edrington

Are you looking to elevate your French horn playing, refine your tone, or gain confidence for upcoming band performances and auditions?

With decades of performance and teaching experience—including prior faculty roles at Lakehead University and the Royal Conservatory in Toronto—I help horn players unlock their full potential. My academic foundation includes a Music Education degree from Florida State University and postgraduate performance studies in Oslo, Norway, under world-renowned horn educator Frøydis Ree Wekre.

Every student receives full 60-minute private lessons, providing the dedicated time needed to thoroughly cover warm-ups, technical exercises, tone development, and solo or ensemble repertoire without rushing.

Why Choose Private Lessons Here?

  • ✓Comprehensive 60-Minute Format: Full-hour sessions ensure deep focus on tone, air support, technique, and musical expression in every single lesson.
  • ✓Tailored Pedagogy: Customized to your specific embouchure, learning pace, and musical goals—no generic, one-size-fits-all formulas.
  • ✓Ergonomic & Acoustic Focus: Learn proper left-hand lever mechanics, correct right-hand bell positioning for tuning and tone, and efficient breath support to avoid tension.
  • ✓Audition & Performance Prep: Build bulletproof stage presence, audition preparation techniques, and mental focus for school seating auditions and solo performances.
  • ✓Flexible Scheduling: Studio openings available for standard weekly slots or flexible scheduling for working adults and busy students.

What You Will Learn & Master

  • ✓Embouchure & Tone Production: Develop clean response, core resonance, and endurance across all registers without unnecessary pressure.
  • ✓Right Hand in the Bell: Discover how subtle hand adjustments control pitch, shading, and acoustic projection.
  • ✓Air Stream & Breath Support: Master steady airflow for smooth legato phrasing and powerful dynamics.
  • ✓Sight-Reading & Valve Technique: Coordinate fingering agility with rapid sight-reading strategies for school or ensemble music.
  • ✓Repertoire & Styles: Explore classical literature, orchestral excerpts, band parts, and ensemble works.

Studio Tuition Options

Single 1-Hour Lesson

$80.00

Ideal for flexible scheduling, auditions, consultations, or periodic check-ins.

4-Week Monthly Package

$290.00 (Save $30)

Four 1-hour weekly lessons to ensure consistent progress and reserve your regular time slot.

💡 Free 15-Minute Consultation: Unsure which option fits your goals? Contact Guy to schedule a quick, complimentary phone or video chat to discuss your background, instrument setup, and lesson plans.

Ready to Get Started?

Reach out today to claim the Fall Special, schedule a Free 15-Minute Consultation, or book your first 1-hour lesson:

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