Is the Tuba a Solo Instrument??????


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Posted by Erik on January 11, 2000 at 07:33:46:

I recently attended the Tubamania conference in Sydney.

I witnessed some of the finest players in the world giving solo performances. These included Euphonium, Trombone and Tuba.

As much as some of the tuba players are true artistes, I have come to the conclusion that the Tuba is not a Solo Instrument. To me the pitch of the tuba does not allow for the range required to fulfill musical satisfaction.

Having said that, I respect the ability of the Tuba players at the conference.

Does anyone else share the same opinion.

Erik


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