The French Horn

Saturday Morning CarTunes: The Trombone

Saturday Morning CarTunes: The French Horn

Explore the captivating history of the French horn in music, from classical composers to The Beach Boys. Tune in on Saturday or revisit this page to listen again.

Saturday Morning CarTunes: The Tuba

The Tuba on Saturday Morning CarTunes!

Chapman Challenge: The History of Handbells

In this Chapman Challenge, Alan explains the history of handbells, their transition from bell tower practice tools to melody instruments, and how melodies are divided among ringers in a handbell choir.

Why Don’t Trombones Have Valves Like Trumpets?

In this Chapman Challenge, Alan Chapman explains why trombones use slides instead of valves like trumpets, tracing back to their 15th-century ancestor, the sackbut.

Don’t Underestimate the Tuba

Explore the depth and range of the tuba beyond its stereotype as an "oom-pah machine". This article highlights five orchestral pieces that showcase the tuba's versatility.