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by Matthew Gaunt
Mon Jan 05, 2026 11:56 pm
Forum: Media
Topic: Matt Gaunt, Andy Smith and Friends
Replies: 1
Views: 1120

Re: Matt Gaunt, Andy Smith and Friends

Thanks for posting this Todd - was so much fun!
by Matthew Gaunt
Sun Dec 21, 2025 7:13 pm
Forum: Off-Site Deals and Ads
Topic: MW Fafner, Milwaukee, 4500 (!!!)
Replies: 10
Views: 751

Re: MW Fafner, Milwaukee, 4500 (!!!)

agreed. reported it
by Matthew Gaunt
Sun Dec 21, 2025 6:38 pm
Forum: Off-Site Deals and Ads
Topic: MW Fafner, Milwaukee, 4500 (!!!)
Replies: 10
Views: 751

Re: MW Fafner, Milwaukee, 4500 (!!!)

I asked if could deliver to Chicago - got this

It’s available in mint condition everything works perfectly and packed well ready to ship.
I’m currently in the middle of moving am not available for personal meetings.
If you’re interested, please send me your shipping address also your PayPal email ...
by Matthew Gaunt
Wed Dec 10, 2025 7:13 am
Forum: Wanted to Buy: Tubas, Euphoniums, Mouthpieces, and Accessories
Topic: WTB 188 or Rudy Meinl
Replies: 2
Views: 589

Re: WTB 188 or Rudy Meinl esp at Midwest

Bump - if you have one and will be at Midwest...
by Matthew Gaunt
Tue Nov 04, 2025 7:39 pm
Forum: Wanted to Buy: Tubas, Euphoniums, Mouthpieces, and Accessories
Topic: WTB 188 or Rudy Meinl
Replies: 2
Views: 589

WTB 188 or Rudy Meinl

Hi All
Helping a student. Please reach out if you have a 188 or Rudolf Meinl 3/4 or 4/4 to sell!
by Matthew Gaunt
Mon Oct 13, 2025 5:27 pm
Forum: Off-Site Deals and Ads
Topic: Sam Pilafian’s Meinl-Weston 2144 4v CC $4800 (Fairport, NY/FB)
Replies: 6
Views: 577

Re: Sam Pilafian’s Meinl-Weston 2144 4v CC $4800 (Fairport, NY/FB)

I owned this for a bit when I finished up studying with Sam. I got to test this and the 4 valve version. Both had the small valves. I played it for a while as it blew a lot better than the 4 valve version. Ended up missing the 5th too much.

Sam used these for pics, but always played his Bell model ...
by Matthew Gaunt
Mon Oct 13, 2025 11:27 am
Forum: For Sale or Trade: Tubas, Euphoniums, Mouthpieces, and Accessories
Topic: B&S MRP F PT18 SOLD!
Replies: 1
Views: 488

B&S MRP F PT18 SOLD!

Hi All

Excellent condition MRP F with bag. Only selling, because moving back to rotors because of my ergonomic issues. Located just outside of Chicago. $9000. Also possible trade for rotor B&S f. thanks
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by Matthew Gaunt
Wed Oct 08, 2025 6:43 pm
Forum: Competitions, Auditions, Conferences, and Jobs
Topic: Northwestern University Student Openings
Replies: 3
Views: 2242

Northwestern University Student Openings

Dear Tuba and Euphonium Musicians,

We are happy to announce that there will be multiple openings for both tuba and euphonium in the studio at the Bienen School of Music here at Northwestern University. We are proud to be able to offer state of the art facilities, the advantages of a top notch ...
by Matthew Gaunt
Mon Mar 17, 2025 3:59 pm
Forum: Competitions, Auditions, Conferences, and Jobs
Topic: Tuba and Euph student openings at Northwestern
Replies: 3
Views: 13089

Re: Tuba and Euph student openings at Northwestern

We currently have 5 undergrads, and yes should have openings for fall 2026!
by Matthew Gaunt
Fri Feb 14, 2025 7:45 pm
Forum: For Sale or Trade: Tubas, Euphoniums, Mouthpieces, and Accessories
Topic: SOLD
Replies: 3
Views: 1882

Re: FS: B&S PT4S

Everything Andy says about this tuba is spot on!
Great price on a quality instrument

Andy is a fantastic player, teacher and human - you can trust him and will enjoy your interactions with him!
by Matthew Gaunt
Fri Dec 20, 2024 10:43 am
Forum: Music Chatter
Topic: Midwest
Replies: 11
Views: 3170

Re: Midwest






“Fun time playing tubas today at Midwest. My faves today included the Miraphone 291 Bruckner, new 5/4 Eastman cc EBC 834, and the B&S PT6."


@Matt Walters

I seem to remember you posting the 834 was abandoned and the unit you had was disassembled. Are they going ahead with production ...
by Matthew Gaunt
Fri Dec 20, 2024 10:42 am
Forum: Music Chatter
Topic: Midwest
Replies: 11
Views: 3170

Re: Midwest


Matt Gaunt, who has owned a whole myriad of tubas over the years, is a talented musician, and someone who I would say knows what makes a good tuba more than anyone in the field said this:

“Fun time playing tubas today at Midwest. My faves today included the Miraphone 291 Bruckner, new 5/4 Eastman ...
by Matthew Gaunt
Fri Dec 20, 2024 10:41 am
Forum: Music Chatter
Topic: Midwest
Replies: 11
Views: 3170

Re: Midwest



Matt Gaunt, who has owned a whole myriad of tubas over the years, is a talented musician, and someone who I would say knows what makes a good tuba more than anyone in the field said this:

“Fun time playing tubas today at Midwest. My faves today included the Miraphone 291 Bruckner, new 5/4 ...
by Matthew Gaunt
Wed Dec 18, 2024 3:39 pm
Forum: For Sale or Trade: Tubas, Euphoniums, Mouthpieces, and Accessories
Topic: B&S PT15 f tuba for sale - available at midwest
Replies: 0
Views: 486

B&S PT15 f tuba for sale - available at midwest

Hi All

Have a B&S PT 15 f tuba for sale with bag
Can bring to Midwest conference
shipping available at buyer's expense
$8,000 obo

thanks
Matt
by Matthew Gaunt
Sun Dec 15, 2024 9:31 pm
Forum: For Sale or Trade: Tubas, Euphoniums, Mouthpieces, and Accessories
Topic: Miraphone Elektra 481 F tuba SOLD
Replies: 5
Views: 2419

Miraphone Elektra 481 F tuba SOLD

SOLD

I have for sale a great condition used 481 Miraphone Elektra F tuba in gold brass. Comes with a bag. $8,750. Located in Chicago suburbs. Shipping possible at buyers expense. Trades also considered.
Thanks!
Matt
by Matthew Gaunt
Fri Dec 13, 2024 7:45 am
Forum: Gigs, Recitals and Concerts
Topic: If you are in Chicago for midwest...
Replies: 1
Views: 6368

If you are in Chicago for midwest...

...Please consider coming to our Christmas brass ensemble concert!

3rd Coast Brass
December 19, 2024 at 7pm
Epiphany Center for the Arts, Chicago

There is a discount code for Midwest attendees...

https://www.thirdcoastbrass.org/a-very- ... stmas-2024

Thanks
Matt
by Matthew Gaunt
Wed Nov 13, 2024 7:40 am
Forum: Competitions, Auditions, Conferences, and Jobs
Topic: Tuba and Euph student openings at Northwestern
Replies: 3
Views: 13089

Re: Tuba and Euph student openings at Northwestern

bump for prescreening materials due dec 1 !!
by Matthew Gaunt
Mon Sep 30, 2024 10:33 am
Forum: Competitions, Auditions, Conferences, and Jobs
Topic: Tuba and Euph student openings at Northwestern
Replies: 3
Views: 13089

Tuba and Euph student openings at Northwestern

Dear Tuba and Euphonium Musicians,

We are happy to announce that there will be multiple openings for both tuba and euphonium in the studio at the Bienen School of Music here at Northwestern University. We are proud to be able to offer state of the art facilities, the advantages of a top notch ...