sousaphone

     

The sousaphone is a wearable tuba escended from the hélicon, and designed in an ergonomically efficient way such that it fits around the body of the wearer, and so it can be easily played while being worn. Often used in a marching band, it is sometimes referred to as a marching tuba. It is named after John Philip Sousa, a famous march composer and conductor.

Trivia about sousaphone

  • John Philip's tuba (10)
  • Named for the "March King", this horn is basically a helicon with a detachable bell
  • March Madness is in effect with this instrument named for a composer whose band first used it
  • This bass tuba was suggested by & named for a turn of the century American bandmaster & march king
  • Also called a helicon, this 3-valve tuba wraps around the player's body & has a flaring bell
  • Heard here, it's the type of tuba named for a composer

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