Beruflich Dokumente
Kultur Dokumente
Equipment
Purchasing new instruments can be one of the most daunting tasks for a young band
director. Don’t be afraid to email me and ask for any advice before spending the
money.
BBb - Most commonly used in U.S. secondary education (beginner thru high school)
CC - Professional Orchestras, Ensembles, Collegiate studies
Eb - British Orchestras, Brass Bands, Solo Literature
F - Replacement for Ophicleide and Serpent parts in Orchestra, Solo Literature
G - Older DCI groups (most have transitioned to Bb Contra’s)
Professional Models:
Miraphone 1291- Bb – 5-valve – List Price: $12,689 (no case)
B&S – GR51 – List Price: $8,503.00 (no case)
B&S – 3301 – List Price: $13,002.00 (no case)
Cheaper Alternatives:
Wessex – Luzern BBb – 5-valve - $3,795 (with case)
St. Petersburg – 202 – List Price: $3,895 (no case)
Mack Brass – TU210 – List Price: $1995 (with case)
Bell Front
Bell Up
Bell Up in an Oval Shape
3-Valve (top)
3-Valve (front)
4-Valve (top)
4-Valve (3-top/1-side)
EUPHONIUMS:
Cheaper Alternatives:
Wessex – EP100 “Dolce” - $1,499.00
Mack Brass – EU1150S - $1195.00
Mouthpieces
Tuba:
Conn Helleburg
Conn Helleburg 7b (students with thinner lipset)
Bach 18
Perantucci – PT48
Euphonium:
Schilke 51D
Bach 6 ½ AL
Bach 12