Posted by Lee Stofer on October 12, 2001 at 07:10:23:
In Reply to: Kaiser baritone-What are they? posted by Steve C on October 10, 2001 at 22:11:31:
Steve,
The traditional German band would have tenor horns in Bb, a rotary version of the tiny English baritone. The German baritone is somewhat larger, but still not a very large bore instrument. The kaiser baritone is a true euphonium-size bore instrument, which is much more free-blowing, beginning to approach what a euphonium feels like. I've played the Rudolf Meinl 5-valve kaiser baritone, and if I had the money I'd own one. It would most likely be my choice for tenor tuba parts, and yes, Joe, it has that "German" sound!!!
Lee ;^)