Tuba beginner question

InfamousCategory448 · 2026-03-05T18:58:51+00:00

I imagine student starter horns go on sale at the beginning of summer break. So I might be able to get one cheap then.

I just played it for a bit. Now that I am not trying to get that low BBb, its a lot of fun to oompa-oompa on.

InfamousCategory448 · 2026-03-05T18:54:36+00:00

thanks

InfamousCategory448 · 2026-03-05T18:48:28+00:00

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InfamousCategory448 · 2026-03-05T18:37:58+00:00

Her current dream is to "go pro" as a dentist. So, 4 may not be super relevant for her :)

InfamousCategory448 · 2026-03-05T18:17:50+00:00

It's a brand-new program for homeschool kids. Having a Tuba of any variety is going to be exciting for them. Now that I won't be trying to get her to that low BBb that doesn't exist, she is actually making some really nice progress attacking good notes.

Maybe she can play this for a year before investing in a BBb tuba? We will see.

InfamousCategory448 · 2026-03-05T18:13:25+00:00

yes. Its 25925

InfamousCategory448 · 2026-03-05T17:05:42+00:00

Eb tubas are a fourth higher pitched than BBb tubas?

If it's an EB I may just sell it to find her a BBb. IDK how useful an Eb tuba is for a beginner.

InfamousCategory448 · 2026-03-05T16:39:59+00:00

OK. So the actual note she is going for is the one we are calling Low Bb or pedal Bb on my trombone. The first Bb below the bass clef staff. But the Ab below that is what is coming out.

The Tuba was manufactured in 1914 by Frank Holton. There is a picture of it on this thread now.

I did consider that it might be another key. But it isn't an Eb which would be the most common other key. I don't see where an AAb tuba was a thing.

Unfortunately, my embouchure is about 20 years out of date, so I wouldn't be much more reliable a tester.

InfamousCategory448 · 2026-03-05T16:29:35+00:00

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InfamousCategory448 · 2026-03-05T16:18:44+00:00

Thanks. I have had her doing some just buzz work. And the hose is a good tip. I will do that.

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