Posted by Paul H on June 29, 2000 at 13:05:13:
In Reply to: What's a girl to do?? posted by Cheryl on June 29, 2000 at 12:49:53:
If you make a fist around the shank of the mouthpiece, you can simulate the resistance of a real tuba by tightening your grip. I find that it reduces the volume of air required and makes the lower notes a lot easier to buzz. Oh yes, your hand also gets wet, a small drawback.