5 surprising Tuba facts

5 surprising Tuba facts

As the largest instrument in the brass family, the Tuba is instantly recognisable both in sound and stature, but how much do you really know about this popular instrument? Here...

News regarding our Michigan premises

News regarding our Michigan premises

You may already be aware that we have made the decision to close our premises in Ferrysburg, Michigan, recently and we wanted to update you on our plans in the...

What cornet should I buy?

What cornet should I buy?

One of the best known instruments of our time, and certainly a favourite with schools and brass bands, the popular Cornet comes in 2 types which - particularly for those...

Care of silver instruments

Care of silver instruments

To help you get the very best out of your silver horn, here are a couple of tips and tricks from our very own Chuck Nickles to help you maintain...

Is French Horn the hardest instrument to play?

Is French Horn the hardest instrument to play?

Widely considered as difficult to play as it is beautiful to hear and to look at, the French Horn is a particularly challenging instrument, but is French Horn the hardest...

Best songs for Tuba

Best songs for Tuba

Originally invented in 1835 to replace the Ophicleide, the Tuba is  the largest, and lowest instrument in the brass family; probably the most instantly recognisable and one of the most popular, too....