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Today, 07:42 PM

davewerden started a thread FS: Classic York 3-Valve Euphonium from Around 1915 in For Sale / Wanted to Buy

This is a nice-looking instrument from a well-respected brand. I see very little damage other than finish wear. Bidding starts at $300 and if it...

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Today, 07:07 PM

EricS started a thread Olds Tuba 4th valve question in Tuba Resources and Information

I'm looking for advice or knowledge about the valve set up of a Olds Tuba, 0-99-41 made about 1971. Was the Olds tubas that were put together back in...

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Today, 04:57 PM

Alloybrass replied to a thread Best way to polish silver euphonium in Euphonium - Misc

I agree with Rick as well re: technique. Personally, I’ve used 3m Tarnishield with good results, but certainly choose a non-abrasive polish. I...

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Today, 04:18 PM

tobysimard replied to a thread Questions! in Euph Brands

I definitely couldn't get anywhere close even if I tried!!

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Today, 04:17 PM

tobysimard replied to a thread Questions! in Euph Brands

Pictures is in my opinion also a "Just do it on F tuba" sort of thing. I want an instrument for things like Ein Heldenleben, Don Quixote, The Planets...

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Today, 03:27 PM

daruby replied to a thread Best way to polish silver euphonium in Euphonium - Misc

What Rick said.

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Today, 03:20 PM

daruby replied to a thread Questions! in Euph Brands

I rarely play symphonic tenor tuba parts since I come from the 60 years of wind band tradition and have acquired brass band chops in the last 12+...

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Today, 02:58 PM

RickF replied to a thread Best way to polish silver euphonium in Euphonium - Misc

Hey Josh. I like to use Hagerty’s silver polish myself. The spray on works best for me along with old clean T shirts. For getting into tight spots...

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Today, 02:40 PM

jcemu07 started a thread Best way to polish silver euphonium in Euphonium - Misc

Hello all, Any recommendations on products to best polish up a silver euphonium? Any tips, lessons learned? Do repair shops provide this service?...

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Today, 02:32 PM

Shinn replied to a thread WTB: Used Compensating Euphonium in For Sale / Wanted to Buy

Congratulations!!

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Today, 01:58 PM

aroberts781 replied to a thread Questions! in Euph Brands

You and me both! Personally I have a long way to go haha.

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Today, 01:40 PM

Euphism replied to a thread WTB: Demondrae Thurman Mouthpiece in For Sale / Wanted to Buy

PM Sent.

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Today, 01:20 PM

tobysimard replied to a thread Questions! in Euph Brands

I think the brighter sound of the Euphonium/French C Tuba (Whichever I end up choosing) is a big part of why I want one. The C Tuba isn't that bright...

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Today, 01:06 PM

tobysimard replied to a thread Questions! in Euph Brands

This is EXACTLY the type of sound I'm striving for!

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Today, 12:37 PM

jcemu07 replied to a thread MICHIGAN: Kevin Powers in MICHIGAN REPAIR SHOPS

I believe Kevin added the slide trigger on my HBS 378 at request of a previous owner. Wish I could get in contact with him. I also tried an email...

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Today, 12:05 PM

IPlayEuph replied to a thread WTB: Used Compensating Euphonium in For Sale / Wanted to Buy

Hi everyone I ended up talking to the seller of the old Sovereign, and am going to purchase that now! Consider my inquiry done!

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Today, 10:14 AM

aroberts781 replied to a thread Questions! in Euph Brands

This is slightly off topic, but some of you have probably listened to the recent Mark Jenkins euphonium excerpts recording. When he demonstrates the...

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Today, 08:53 AM

daruby replied to a thread Besson 956 4v Baritone v’s Wessex BR144 4v in Euph Brands

Thank you for the update. One of the most beautiful sounding 955s I have ever heard!

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Today, 06:51 AM

TheJH replied to a thread Besson 956 4v Baritone v’s Wessex BR144 4v in Euph Brands

Mike Cavanagh uses a Besson 955 actually. And agreed, Katrina Marzella's sound is a great inspiration and something to strive for, although I...

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Today, 03:45 AM

leisesturm replied to a thread Questions! in Euph Brands

I have to admit that I don't really understand the o.p. As I read the post they are primarily a Tuba player and want a Euphonium that plays like a...

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Yesterday, 05:58 PM

tobysimard replied to a thread Questions! in Euph Brands

I have no worry with whether the valves are forward or not, I just want it to play really well! I also saw that Yamaha made several Eb "Euphoniums"...

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Yesterday, 04:56 PM

tobysimard replied to a thread Questions! in Euph Brands

Would you recommend a French Tuba, Euphonium or some German design Kaiser Baritone thing? Thanks! I'm not sure which would be best for general use.

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Yesterday, 03:19 PM

Howellsimon replied to a thread Besson 956 4v Baritone v’s Wessex BR144 4v in Euph Brands

Thanks Doug. I’m looking forward to getting used to it - and of course practicing without a 4th valve..... Without a doubt, all 4 horns I played...

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Yesterday, 03:03 PM

daruby replied to a thread Besson 956 4v Baritone v’s Wessex BR144 4v in Euph Brands

Congratulations. Excellent choice. BTW, my Sterling 1050 is the gold brass "Heavy Bell" version which supports a better dynamic range and warmer...

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Yesterday, 01:49 PM

Howellsimon replied to a thread Besson 956 4v Baritone v’s Wessex BR144 4v in Euph Brands

Our bandmaster in a 2019 rehearsal: ‘Baritones, I want you to sound more like the trombones’ As quick as a flash my section mate said: ‘What? Flat...

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Yesterday, 01:37 PM

Snorlax replied to a thread MICHIGAN: Kevin Powers in MICHIGAN REPAIR SHOPS

I had a very positive experience with Mr. Powers when I took a horn to him to install an aftermarket trigger.

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Yesterday, 12:44 PM

RickF replied to a thread MICHIGAN: Kevin Powers in MICHIGAN REPAIR SHOPS

Oh yeah, Kevin Powers is an accomplished repair tech. He built a modern day double-bell euphonium from a Willson 2975. Believed it was commissioned...

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Yesterday, 12:43 PM

Howellsimon replied to a thread Besson 956 4v Baritone v’s Wessex BR144 4v in Euph Brands

And after a few hours of careful consideration, I’ve gone for the Neo..... Collecting it tomorrow..... ! 😁

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Yesterday, 12:33 PM

Magikarp replied to a thread Besson 956 4v Baritone v’s Wessex BR144 4v in Euph Brands

Better a trombone sound than a baritone noise.

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Yesterday, 12:08 PM

jcemu07 replied to a thread MICHIGAN: Kevin Powers in MICHIGAN REPAIR SHOPS

I tried calling the phone # you referenced, no answer and there was no way to leave a message. Any other way to contact Kevin?

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