About TubaChristmas
The purpose of TubaChristmas is to:
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Bring together tuba and euphonium players of all ages to rehearse and present free public concerts of Christmas Carols; provide players with a rewarding musical experience; instill in us a sense of pride and dedication to music an our chosen instruments; and illustrate the beauty of the tuba/euphonium choir to a public experience.
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Bring about a better understanding and appreciation of the tuba and euphonium by generating and audience which will recognize and support these instruments in solo and ensemble recitals and concerts.
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Pay respect and tribute to the late William J. Bell (born Christmas Day 1902), and through him, to honor other tuba/euphonium artists/teachers who have contributed to our musical heritage.
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Honor and acknowledge American composer Alec Wilder (died on Christmas Eve 1980) for his compositions and for arranging CAROLS FOR A MERRY TUBACHRISTMAS, and through him pay respects to all composers who have contributed to the repertoire of the tuba and euphonium.
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Celebrate the Season and have a might good time!!
TUBACHRISTMAS® concerts are sponsored by and presented with the permission of the Harvey Phillips Foundations, Inc.
