Tuesday, August 10, 2021 by Matthew Holzner | TMEA

Some great recordings by Steve Curtis, principal tuba of the Austin Symphony Orchestra!

#1:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OuIbnfHzhhc

#2:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ORCV-HAF1q4

#3:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KmPH21iPm7E

Tuesday, July 20, 2021 by Matthew Holzner | TMEA

The 2021 TMEA All-State Audition etudes are here! 

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Here are some great videos to help you practice.  I like the Low Brass U videos to follow along, but the Steve Curtis vids are played on a bigger tuba and give you an idea of the large warm sound you should be aiming for!

Low Brass U

Monday, May 24, 2021 by Matthew Holzner | Bravo

Congratulations to Hunter Mead (DSHS) on being selected as an Outstanding Soloist for the 2021 Solo/Ensemble contest!

Hunter will perform his solo live on May 26 at the annual Solo/Ensemble Concert.  BRAVO!