If you step into any rehearsal hall, conservatory, or community band room, you will inevitably hear players debating the merits of their preferred gear; for low brass musicians, few topics...
Celebrating A Milestone 15 Years of Brass Instrument Excellence 2026 marks an incredible 15 years of Wessex and, to celebrate, we’re looking back at everything that has helped make Wessex...
How to Care for a Brass Instrument As brass players, our instruments are an extension of our voices and we invest hours into mastering them, but we often forget that...
Navigating the Modern Brass Marketplace For any brass player, shopping for a new instrument is a major milestone; it’s an investment of time, money, and artistic passion. However, the modern...
A Side-by-Side Comparison It’s one of the most common questions we hear: "They look similar and play in the same range, so what is the actual difference?" and, while the...
Celebrating the Unsung Heroes of the Brass Section In the world of brass instruments, the trumpet usually gets the high-flying solos and the trombone gets the glissando-driven laughs. But at...
Expert Guidance for Preserving Your Sound and Your Investment A tuba is a significant investment in your musical journey - both financially and emotionally, and whether you’re playing a front-action...
Recapping a Successful Spring Exhibition Season There is nothing quite like the energy of a live exhibition and, for us here at Wessex Tubas, February and April weren't just months...
To many people, the sousaphone and the tuba sound similar: both are large brass instruments that provide the deep foundation of an ensemble’s sound. But while they share the same...
Essential Accessories for Brass Players: From Mouthpieces to Stands For brass musicians, the instrument itself is only part of the equation, the right musical instrument accessories can improve comfort, protect...
