Tuba: The Hidden World

The video explores the versatility and hidden potential of the tuba, starting with a unique performance of Vittorio Monti's Czardas. The speaker shares his journey of choosing the tuba, initially to join a wind orchestra, and later discovering its hidden world through an enthusiastic teacher. He highlights the tuba's history, its role in music, and innovative techniques like double tonguing and multiphonics. The speaker demonstrates these techniques, emphasizing the tuba's limitless possibilities. The video concludes with a performance of 'Fnugg', showcasing the tuba as a cool and versatile instrument.

What piece did the speaker perform that was originally written for violin?

• Vittorio Monti's Czardas

• Mozart's Requiem

• Beethoven's Symphony No. 5

• Bach's Toccata and Fugue

Why did the speaker initially choose to play the tuba?

• Because it was the most glamorous instrument

• To play in a rock band

• To impress his friends

• To join the local wind orchestra

What is the term used to describe the typical tuba playing in a wind band?

• Jazz

• Rock

• Classical

• Oompah oompah

Who was the enthusiastic tuba teacher that influenced the speaker?

• John Fletcher

• Eyvind

• Roger Bobo

• Harvey Phillips

What does the acronym I-T-E-A stand for?

• International Trumpet and Euphonium Association

• Instrumental Tuba Education Association

• International Trombone Ensemble Association

• International Tuba Euphonium Association

When was the tuba first invented?

• December 25, 1850

• September 12, 1835

• January 1, 1900

• July 4, 1776

What technique involves using 'tuku-tuku' sounds?

• Triple tonguing

• Single tonguing

• Quadruple tonguing

• Double tonguing

What did the speaker's teacher compare the fast tuba playing to?

• A plane

• A helicopter

• A train

• A car

What is the technique called where you sing and play the tuba at the same time?

• Harmonics

• Multiphonics

• Diatonics

• Polyphonics

What is the name of the song composed by the speaker that combines various tuba sounds?

• Oompah Symphony

• Fnugg

• It will be alright

• Carnival of Venice