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Student Book Page 46

FINGERING CHART

TUBA

Instrument Care Reminders

Before putting your instrument back in its case after

playing, do the following:

• Use the water key to empty water from the

instrument. Blow air through it.

• Remove the mouthpiece. Once a week, wash the

mouthpiece with warm tap water. Dry thoroughly.

• Wipe off the instrument with a clean soft cloth.

Return the instrument to its case.

Tuba valves occasionally need oiling. To oil your

valves, simply:

• Unscrew the valve at the top of the casing.

• Lift the valve half-way out of the casing.

• Apply a few drops of oil to the exposed

metal valve.

• Carefully return the valve to its casing. When

properly inserted, the top of the valve should

easily screw back into place.

Be sure to grease the slides regularly. Your director

will recommend special slide grease and valve oil, and

will help you apply them when necessary.

CAUTION: If a slide, a valve or your mouthpiece

becomes stuck, ask for help from your band director

or music dealer. Special tools should be used to

prevent damage to your instrument.

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Instrument courtesy of Yamaha Corporation of America,

Band and Orchestral Division

Tuba

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Tuba Fingering Chart - Sail The Bahamas