Bernstein Symphonic Dances from West Side Story

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Bernstein Symphonic Dances from West Side Story

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I have Bernstein Symphonic Dances from West Side Story coming up and I wonder if anyone could tell me what the tuba part is like, or send me a part for practice purposes?

A couple of other pieces in forthcoming programmes I would also appreciate part/input are:

Copland El Salon Mexico (is there even a tuba part?)
Scriabin Poeme D'Ecstase

Thanks in advance for any help!
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Re: Bernstein Symphonic Dances from West Side Story

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Count like crazy and you should be fine. Otherwise, what Robert said. Good stuff.
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Re: Bernstein Symphonic Dances from West Side Story

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For the Bernstein:

1. Bring a mute (the oboe will thank you).
2. Don't rush the tuba solo after the "G.P."
3. Look out for accidentals (A# = Bb)!

Have fun!
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