Advice/Info on Antique Tuba?

[George M]

Hello tubenet,
I met with the symphony tuba player last Friday and it went very well! I think we both were quite surprised. I had no real idea if it would play well or at all. I think he was interested but skeptical at best. As it turned out, the tuba played very well and my new friend is a monster player! I guess that kind of goes without saying as a member of the symphony. He brought tears to my eyes as he wailed some monster blues seated right next to me - really an amazing experience. He liked the horn - said it wouldn't be something that he could play with the symphony, but said it really was a nice little horn. The valves all functioned perfectly to his surprise - he oiled them and checked them for airtightness. All of the tuning slides worked perfectly. It really was a thrillnig experience for me as I have such admiration for master musicians. Let me know if you have any questions.

[imperialbari]

Does this tuba play high or low (modern) pitch?

Klaus

[George M]

I'll ask about the pitch Klaus - I don't think he mentioned that to me. I just might start playing. I definitely found a new love for the tuba with my recent experience - it really is a powerful, moving instrument.

[imperialbari]

I'll ask about the pitch Klaus - I don't think he mentioned that to me. I just might start playing. I definitely found a new love for the tuba with my recent experience - it really is a powerful, moving instrument.

Certainly! But then you should try the ones made by Caterpillar.

Klaus

[LOTP]

My identical (and unmodified) tuba plays at 440 with a DW4 and the main slide almost all the way in.

LOTP (Paul in NJ)

[George M]

Hello old friends from TubeNet! It's been a few years... Anyway, I still have the Courtois tuba discussed in this thread and am again considering selling it. I never learned to play it and as a guitarist I feel bad that i have this nice, vintage tuba just acting as a piece of decor in my living room and not making music with someone who might really enjoy it. I completely forget where I left off at determining what it's value might be. Perhaps some of you might have an idea for me? I'm thinking of putting it on ebay or something - or perhaps someone here might be interested or know of someone who would be? In any case, I'd sure appreciate any tips, insight, suggestions, opinions or interest. Many thanks in advance for your time and help. Best, George