1. Information and facts about the tuba By George Steele 7N

2. Parts of the tuba The water key The mouthpiece The mouthpiece receiver The bell There are three valves

3. Interesting facts about the tuba  The tuba is made of brass and is one of the brass instruments in the orchestra.  The tuba was invented by Willhelm Wieprecht and Johann Moritz in September 12, 1835.  Tuba is a Latin word meaning trumpet or horn.  Tubas were introduced into the orchestra to replace the ophicleide.

4. Thank you for viewing this presentation on the Tuba. Made by George Steele 7N

5. Well done George! - B  A good presentation George, well done!  Next time could you include information on the sound (timbre) of the tuba?  How musicians play the tuba?  Where it sits in the orchestra or the music it plays?