Date of Award
Fall 12-2013
Degree Type
Dissertation
Degree Name
Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA)
Department
Music
Committee Chair
Richard Perry
Committee Chair Department
Music
Committee Member 2
Heidi Lucas
Committee Member 2 Department
Music
Committee Member 3
Ben McIlwain
Committee Member 3 Department
Music
Committee Member 4
Joseph Brumbeloe
Committee Member 4 Department
Music
Abstract
The purpose of this research was to explore the differences between the various military bands in the United States with respect to tuba players. Fourteen military tuba players were interviewed. Based on their responses, each branch’s similarities and differences are presented. The research then focuses specifically on the audition process for premier band tuba players. These positions are highly coveted; yet they are not ideal for everyone. A survey was sent to all of the current and a number of prior service premier band tuba players asking them to list important band excerpts for tubists to know for military band auditions. Ten excerpts from that lists are then presented along with suggestions for their proper preparation and performance.
Copyright
2013, Patrick Charles Rettger
Recommended Citation
Rettger, Patrick Charles, "An Examination of the Requirements and Preparation Required forTubists Desiring a Career in the Military, with Emphasis on Premier Band Auditions" (2013). Dissertations. 233.
https://aquila.usm.edu/dissertations/233