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| tuba mouthpiece selection | 9/23/2008 | Donald Sutton |
Q: I am lookin for a new mouthpiece. i really need 2 new ones but for now i really need a marchin ...
A: Mouthpieces are a pretty personal thing, each player likes different things. For marching band, ...
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| tuba mouthpices | 9/8/2008 | Donald Sutton |
Q: i just want to know if i need a larger mouthpiece, i have a Voncent bach 24W, but sometimes i feel ...
A: Fernando, Good for you for going on even though there isn't a teacher in your area. Your ...
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| Question about tuba purchase | 9/1/2008 | Donald Sutton |
Q: I am retiring soon and have decided to get back into playing the tuba after a 30 plus year absence. ...
A: Glad to hear you're getting back into the game! I am also glad to hear that you plan to play on ...
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| help! | 8/27/2008 | Donald Sutton |
Q: im composing a song for my high school band.....and i dont know anything about what sharps and flats ...
A: Glad to hear that you are trying your hand at composition! Tuba music is notated in concert pitch, ...
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| fingering for cc tuba | 7/5/2008 | Donald Sutton |
Q: Two questions. I have been a trumpet player for over 35 years. I have the opportunity to expand my ...
A: and welcome to the Dark Side! Tubas are unique out of all of the brass instruments in that no ...
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| tuba | 6/29/2008 | Donald Sutton |
Q: How can you change a Bb tuba to a C tuba?
A: The only way to convert a BBb tuba to a CC tuba is to physically cut the valve slides and tuning ...
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| M & M USA Tuba | 6/27/2008 | Donald Sutton |
Q: What is your opinion on the M & M 4 valve rotary tuba? And, do you know if it is made in China or ...
A: I've had to do some research, as I have not played on an M&M tuba. The only solid information I ...
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| What's the Difference? | 6/22/2008 | Donald Sutton |
Q: I'm 15 and just started learning the tuba, i already play the saxophone and was wondering if all ...
A: and welcome to the low brass section! While all tubas are played with the same mechanics, (same ...
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| Euphonium Valve Noise | 6/16/2008 | Donald Sutton |
Q: I have a problem with my euphonium valves which make something of a metal-clanking sound on both the ...
A: Valve instruments will, by their nature, have some 'clanking' or 'thunking' as you operate the ...
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| Tuning a Euphonium | 6/6/2008 | Donald Sutton |
Q: I am a trombone player doubling on euphonium, and I have trouble tuning it. When I try to tune a Bb ...
A: Your best bet is to start playing long tones every day. That will strengthen you embouchure and ...
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| Beginning Tuba Info. | 2/22/2008 | Donald Sutton |
Q: 3 Questions for you. I was wondering what method book(s) do you prefer to use for beginning players ...
A: Sorry it took so long for me to get your question, all of my emails from AllExperts have been ending ...
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| J W York & Son tuba | 2/20/2008 | Donald Sutton |
Q: I acquired a silver tuba in the original case. The serial number dates it circa 1908. After ...
A: I'm sorry this took so long to answer, thanks for your patience. I don't have a lot of experience ...
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| "Haydyn" tuba | 1/19/2008 | Donald Sutton |
Q: We are considering a tuba in good condition that goes by the name of "Haydyn". It is brass, 3 ...
A: I'm sorry it took so long to respond, I've been having troubles with my email, and your question ...
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| couesnon tuba | 1/14/2008 | Donald Sutton |
Q: I have a couesnon Paris tuba with a # on it that reads 77987. I know this is an old tuba and I want ...
A: Kathleen, Apparently, Couesnon (pronounced 'Que-non') serial numbers differ wildly. The factory ...
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| EUPHONIUM (BARITONE) | 1/4/2008 | Donald Sutton |
Q: I HAVE AND OLD BARITONE THAT I PLAYED IN THE 1950'S, IT'S MADE BY F W YORK & SONS. THE SERIAL NUMBER ...
A: James, I have to assume your horn was made by JW York & Sons (Frank W was one of the sons). If ...
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| Buescher euphonium/baritone | 12/25/2007 | Donald Sutton |
Q: I bought a used Buescher euphonium/baritone, serial # 642795 with 11 3/4 inch curved, adjustable ...
A: Dan, Sorry to take so long to answer your question - I haven't checked my email since Christmas ...
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| Besson Euphonium | 12/22/2007 | Donald Sutton |
Q: I'm considering purchasing a used Besson Euphonium serial #289912. Can you tell me the age of the ...
A: Dan, Thanks for your question. The only lists that I have for Besson instruments end in 1952, and ...
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| Bell diameter question | 10/29/2007 | Donald Sutton |
Q: I have an olds recording bass from the 1960's. The bell that is currently on it has a diameter of ...
A: Andrew, From you question, it sounds to me that you have more than basic knowledge of the tuba and ...
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| I cant find info on a tuba | 10/17/2007 | Donald Sutton |
Q: I found this tuba at my school and its in good condition and made out of real silver, its been ...
A: Andres, The first thing that comes to mind is that the inscription probably originally read 'Frank ...
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| Age of my Martin Recording Bass | 10/14/2007 | Donald Sutton |
Q: I've just purchased a wonderful Martin Recording Tuba. It has three upright piston valves, and ...
A: Phil, I also have a Conn 20J, and I love it. Mine is from the '40s, and plays like a champ. My ...
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| BBflat versus CC tubas | 10/3/2007 | Donald Sutton |
Q: I own a five-valve Miraphone, which I was assured is a CC tuba. The appearance corresponds exactly ...
A: A tuba is identified by the concert pitch of it's fundamental tone, the absolute lowest pitch that ...
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| tuba search | 10/3/2007 | Donald Sutton |
Q: I am trying to buy a tuba as a surprise for my boyfriend. I have NO musical knowlegde whatsoever. He ...
A: First off, with musical instruments, as with most things, you do get what you pay for. ...
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| Just a few quick questions... | 8/12/2007 | Chuck Mitchell |
Q: I play the euphonium and since it is similar to the tuba I figured you could answer these: 1. What ...
A: It all depends on if your instrument is Brass or Silver. I just use a buffing mitt, such as you ...
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| Wow | 1/14/2007 | Chuck Mitchell |
Q: i've been playing the low brass section in my band for 6 years. I've had pieces where i've got the ...
A: I don't play for any organized group anymore, after highschool I went and followed my dream to work ...
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| hey | 1/5/2007 | Chuck Mitchell |
Q: do u know any good fingering charts?
A: Hmm, I am not really familiar with and brand name fingering charts, I just used the ones in the back ...
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| Rotary vs. Piston Valves | 12/2/2006 | Chuck Mitchell |
Q: Hello. My name is Trevor. I was just wondering what the main differences when playing with rotary ...
A: ..I would have to say that that rotary valves will give you a faster reaction time, due to gravity ...
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| Frank Holton Tuba | 10/20/2006 | Chuck Mitchell |
Q: I just bought a tuba Frank Holton and Co chicago is on the bell it has a serial number 18293 on the ...
A: .. Hmm I am not very familiar with that brand, I have actually never heard of it before. My guess is ...
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