I got a Besson for my 11 year old. It is certainly adequate and it can make a decent sound. For a child of small stature I think its 3/4 size and light weight are advantageous.
-----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Loren Mayhew Sent: Monday, March 20, 2006 8:59 AM To: 'The Horn List' Subject: RE: [Hornlist] student sized instruments I once tested a Bessen student sized F horn for a young student; I thought it was better than all the other F student horns I tested, mostly Yamaha. The notes were well centered and intonation was very good. I would have been willing to play it in a concert. Loren \@() [EMAIL PROTECTED] _______________________________________________ post: [email protected] unsubscribe or set options at http://music2.memphis.edu/mailman/options/horn/archive%40jab.org

