back in the saddle (without a saddle)

stufarris · Post by **stufarris** » Sat Jul 03, 2004 10:45 am

Dear Folks,

After a 20 year hiatus, I am thinking about trying to pick up playing the tuba again. Unfortunately, I have no tuba to pick up. Ebay seems like a hassle and full of potential problems. Where would you all recommend to go shopping for a tuba in the Illinois area? Iâ€™m willing to pay a fair price, but frankly donâ€™t know what a fair price would be for a BBb tuba. I would be playing for a church quintet, community band, and just for the fun of it.

Thank you for your time and advice to this very broad question.

Stu Farris

CJ Krause · Post by **CJ Krause** » Sat Jul 03, 2004 10:55 am

Closest place to Il is brasswind. all their prices are fair.
www.wwbw.com

1-800-348-5003

stufarris · Post by **stufarris** » Sat Jul 03, 2004 11:04 am

Thanks tubaman

Stu (Texan in exile) Farris

runelk · Post by **runelk** » Sat Jul 03, 2004 11:13 am

I would go to Balitmore music. Dave Fedderly will hook you up right.

Look under the "shops" on this site.

Albert

stufarris · Post by **stufarris** » Sat Jul 03, 2004 11:26 am

Thank you, Albert

Stu Farris

Allen · Post by **Allen** » Sat Jul 03, 2004 2:23 pm

Hi Stu,

About two years ago, I also decided to take up tuba again, after almost twice as long as you. The best move I made was to find a good teacher, and ask him for guidance in getting a suitable tuba. Well-connected tubists (as good teachers should be) frequently know of tubas for sale, and can give you candid opinions on both a fair price and how good a match you and the tuba are.

Of course, a teacher who is a good match for you will help guide you back into tuba playing. On one hand, you probably know a lot. On the other hand, you will have to do some beginner exercises. A teacher who can approach you as you are, and give you the teaching and corrections you individually need is not always easy to find, but it's worth the effort.

Best of luck, and welcome back!
Allen Walker

stufarris · Post by **stufarris** » Sun Jul 04, 2004 11:25 am

Thank you Allen and harold!

Stu

Alex F · Post by **Alex F** » Sun Jul 04, 2004 11:38 am

Stu,

Welcome aboard. I don't know where in Illinois you are, but if in or near Chicago, e-mail me if you would like a teacher recommendation or other information.

Alex F.

Alex F · Post by **Alex F** » Sun Jul 04, 2004 11:39 am

Stu,

Welcome aboard. I don't know where in Illinois you are, but if in or near Chicago, e-mail me if you would like a teacher recommendation or other information.

Alex F.