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I'm trying desperately to find a new private teacher, one who specializes in tuba, and I have gotten no where for months. I've plateaued and I don't know where to go. I'm looking for someone near Elkhart, IN that is an advanced teacher. I can play grade 4 and 5 solos and I have a pretty good solid tone. I'm the first/second chair in my band, long story, and I'm a freshman, soon to be sophomore, at my high school. I've been playing for about 3 years. My range is a Bb three ledger lines above the staff (highest note I can hit), the f below that is more probable, to the 1 and 4 combination below the double Bb which I think is an E. I have experience with only a BBb tuba. I anyone knows anything on this subject please do not hesitate to reply; all help is appreciated. Thank you.

Contact the tuba instructor at Western Michigan University, Jacob Cameron.
A really fine player and relatively close by. Also Jerry Lackey who is in South Bend I believe.
Also Roger Lewis who is a tubenetter
ScottM

Rich Watson is an excellent player and teacher in Laporte and Valparaiso.

is Chicago close enough? I've heard of a couple people there who may be "advanced" enough for you.

A possibility - right where you are is Ken Hughes. He did his masters at Northwestern in 65/66 with Jake. He was working at Conn. Don't know if he does any teaching but, it could be worth tracking him down.

I believe Roger Lewis still lives right there in Elkhart. He would be an excellent choice.

I'm pretty busy, but I do accept a few private students. I enjoy teaching serious students. My studio is not far from Elkhart in Auburn, IN. PM or email me if you want to make contact.
Sam Gnagey

Thank you to everyone. I've solved the issue. I'm really happy with the results.