Like the euphonium, the tuba can trace it’s roots back to ancient Rome. The modern tuba was developed in the 1820’s. The Sousaphone, a relative of the tuba used in marching bands, was invented in 1898 by John Phillip Sousa. Tuba is normally owned by the school band program and rented through the band boosters, but they purchase their own mouthpiece. Students who play tuba have one at home and one at school to play.
SDF: 10
Tuba players are the most sought after for orchestras, bands and colleges and are the highest group likely to earn scholarships. A concert band of 75 will usually have 6-7 tubas. The tuba is the most important instrument in the band because it carries the bass line.