International Tuba Day
About International Tuba Day
When is International Tuba Day? This day is celebrated on the first Friday in May
International Tuba Day recognizes musicians around the world who struggle with the weight and size of their big musical instruments. It’s truly an important musical instrument, that no concert or symphonic bandleader would want to be without. Its big, deep sounds provide lots of character and “Oomph” to concert music. Can you imagine a Tuba-less marching band!?
The tuba player has a big job. He lugs this heavy instrument around. He provides the big wind that makes a huge impact in the musical world. If you see a Tuba player today, give them some well-deserved recognition. If you are a Tuba player, then toot your horn (errr Tuba). We love ‘ya!
Here are a few hefty Tuba factoids:
- Tubas come in varying sizes, weighing from a dozen pounds to 50 pounds!
- The Tuba was patented in 1835 by Wiebrecht and Moritz in Germany
- The number of valves on a Tuba is not standardized. A Tuba can have 3,4,5 or six valves.
For the Record: The world’s largest tube is a contrabass tuba fondly called “Big Carl”. It stands 7′ 6″ tall. Its bell measues 3′ 4″ in daimeter.
How to Participate in International Tuba Day
Here’s how to participate in International Tuba Day:
- Get out your tube and let us hear the Oomp-pah-pah.
- Take tuba lessons.
- Compliment and encourage those who play this big musical instrument.
- Listen to the symphony or big band music.
- Attend a concert.
Today's Quote
“Life is a shipwreck, but we must not forget to sing on the lifeboats.” – – Voltaire
History and Origin of International Tuba Day
International Tuba Day was founded by Joel Day in 1979. At the time, Joel was a tuba player in a band at Lower Merion High School in Philadelphia, Pa. He started it as a result of a lack of respect for tuba and tuba players by his fellow musicians.
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