Looking for Tommy Johnson Duets
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Looking for Tommy Johnson Duets
Many years ago I was introduced to some really nice classical tuba duets that were arranged by Tommy Johnson. I believe most were by Bach and each duet was simply titled Duet No.1...Duet No. 2....etc. I never knew the total number of duets he arranged in that series but my guess would be anywhere from 12 to about 24. Is anyone familiar with these duets or know the name? If you have them, can I purchase a set from you? Any help finding a lead would be greatly appreciated!
José Noriega
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Orquesta Sinfónica Vallarta
The SMART Orchestra
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Re: Looking for Tommy Johnson Duets
I believe you might be referring to the Jim Self "Concert duets for two tubas Vol. 1 & 2".
Here's a link to his website where you can find them for purchase:
http://www.bassethoundmusic.com/printed.html" target="_blank
Great books that everyone should own!
Here's a link to his website where you can find them for purchase:
http://www.bassethoundmusic.com/printed.html" target="_blank
Great books that everyone should own!
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Re: Looking for Tommy Johnson Duets
Maybe you're thinking of the 12 Blume duets (originally for Bassoon) that he arranged for two tubas. Most were transposed down a fourth or fifth. I have a copy, email me.
Scott Sutherland
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Re: Looking for Tommy Johnson Duets
For those interested, you can get Jim Self's books here:
http://www.cimarronmusic.com/
These are two very solid sets of duets!
http://www.cimarronmusic.com/
These are two very solid sets of duets!
Bryan Doughty
http://www.cimarronmusic.com/
http://www.cimarronmusic.com/
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Re: Looking for Tommy Johnson Duets
I could try scanning one of the duets that I do have . That might help identifying the works. I hope I'm just not violating any publication laws! 
José Noriega
Principal Tuba
Orquesta Sinfónica Vallarta
The SMART Orchestra
Principal Tuba
Orquesta Sinfónica Vallarta
The SMART Orchestra