Is there such a thing as a bell-front F? Or a bell-front Eb for that matter? Seems there are occasions when those would be perfect. MA, Here is my 1950's M-83 bell front Eb. https://www.tubaforum.net/viewtopic.php?p=56151#p56151 I've used her with our Dixieland band and for Offertory solos in ...

Although my M83 Eb does have 4 valves I find that I mainly use 4th for E and F, and low Bb and A, and play the lowest pitches as pedals/false tones. They just speak easier for me. Of course, I'm still learning this thing.
Tim

If peanuts (rather than air-filled), they need to be put into small trash bags (such as kitchen-size). Otherwise, they will migrate (leaving portions of the tuba unprotected and/or allowing the tuba to shift from the center to next to the edge of the carton)...OR (if an opening in the carton occurs ...

When I shipped my 345 to Daniel in Germany I took the horn + gig bag dimensions to a UPS store. The young lady behind the counter was very interested in shipping a tuba that far, and was extremely helpful in selecting and modifying 2 heavy corrugated boxes to fit, plus determining adequate bubble ...

Ron,
Borrow an Eb from Brett so you'll be ready before you get there. Or drive up this way and you can get familiar with mine!
Tim

Brett,
My sister and her husband will be driving from Portland to Brainerd in either July or August. Give me a shout if you finalize something, I can run details past her.
Tim

I taught college prep music theory for several years, stressing chord analysis. I told my students - first, we learn the rules. Then, we break them.
Tim

It can be done. When our kids were toddlers both Sandy and I were in the band. We brought the kids with us, one sat by me and one sat by Sandy, they had books and were extremely well behaved. They liked to hear us play, both went on to join band in school. Worked out really well for us.
Tim

I have been recently missing my old Holton 345 that I'd played for so many years. I miss it's incredible earth-shaking voice and the way she could fill up our performance hall. I'm enjoying what I have, for certain, and I'm glad she's in the stable of Daniel in Germany, and I'm glad I don't have to ...

I will say for the most part "Yes."
My main horn is a good one and I've really no complaints, but my radar is always out for a certain specific tuba that has been on my wish list for a while. So, we'll see.
Tim

I'll echo the Western Swing and include Country Rock. When driving I often play CCR, Asleep at the Wheel, Pure Prairie League, Nitty Gritty DB - I love the tight harmonies. The trio I organized a few yrs ago does some CCR and a lot of country and easy old rock, but we need to add Western Swing. And ...

:clap: Thanks for these ideas and recommendations. Oddly, I hadn't thought of shopping for used! There's a very good guitar and pawn shop in Brainerd, about an hour away. I need to give them a look. Another good guitar shop in Alexandria about an hour south. The cigar box idea is nifty, but does ...

I generally take an acoustic 6 string or my ukulele when we go camping. I'm no guitar whiz, but I do like to sing and play a little around the campfire in the evenings, often have a neighbor family join in. I may sometimes take it along on the pontoon. Under those varied outdoor conditions I'd ...

Dillon's lists a 5 valve rotary F @ $3495. I know nothing at all about this tuba and it's currently out of stock, but you could contact them about incoming. Here - https://cdn.shoplightspeed.com/shops/61 ... /image.jpg.
Good luck in your search!
Tim

Thanks for posting, Mark! I always enjoy hearing you play.
The Two Moods by Swann is a particular favorite of mine. Your rendition has inspired me to try it on my Eb. Does anyone make a curved mute for a small bell front tuba?
Tim

For my 345 I bought the bag from Wessex for their 6/4 York type. Not much for padding but excellent for backpack carry, and the 2 zippered pouches were terrific. I was very pleased with mine.
Tim

If El Kabong played tuba

My 2341-5 from Lee Stofer came with a gorgeous two tone dark chocolate/caramel leather bag from Cronkhite, and I love it. Really need to post a pic sometime. The bag itself is sturdy and fitted well to the tuba, and the rear storage and front detachable storage are head and shoulders above others I ...

@ronr Are you playing the little Packer today?
Tim

Nope. Community Band Christmas Concert in Detroit Lakes. Snow and 20-40 mph winds today!
Tim