Posted by Doug on June 12, 2002 at 21:31:06:
In Reply to: Re: Re: Convertible Tubas posted by js on June 12, 2002 at 21:11:58:
Nah, not a panzie at all. I remember watching my HS marching band when i was in 6th grade (just started tuba) and noticed that the sousaphone players were the only ones who weren't holding there arms in VERY uncomfortable positions, and I said so rather loudly. Someone pointed out that while the trumpets arms my hurt, he bet their feet felt better. Looking back, I don't think my feet ever hurt.
Uhh, where was i going with this? Oh yeah....
Sousaphone is DEFINITELY the way to go.
-You can do cool moves and tricks and dances w/ them,
-you don't have to contort your body to play them,
-big bells are COOL,
-you can strap water bottles, music, etc, to them without it being awkward
-free shade during Band Camp
-i like them ;-)
My $.02
Doug "but id still rather play my getzen all the time" G