Tuba is the largest instrument in the band. Many would believe that it is hard to physically manage, but not all of the tubas that we use for beginners are full sized, and we have many accomodations for younger students to make the tuba more accessible.
Physical Characteristics
Tuba players need to have full lips and an above average lung capacity. While the size of the student doesn’t matter too much, a long torso (upper body) helps a student reach the mouthpiece of the tuba while resting the bottom of the tuba on the edge of their chair or across the thighs.
Other Considerations
The tuba provides the musical foundation for the band and requires players that are self-motivated high achievers. Students with a history of academic trouble should not consider tuba as we rely heavily on the ability of the tuba players to be consistently eligible.
Physical Characteristics
Tuba players need to have full lips and an above average lung capacity. While the size of the student doesn’t matter too much, a long torso (upper body) helps a student reach the mouthpiece of the tuba while resting the bottom of the tuba on the edge of their chair or across the thighs.
Other Considerations
The tuba provides the musical foundation for the band and requires players that are self-motivated high achievers. Students with a history of academic trouble should not consider tuba as we rely heavily on the ability of the tuba players to be consistently eligible.
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