This page serves as a resource for students to learn about their instrument and grow as musicians. Resources include:

  • Collected YouTube performances of groups and solos showcasing great brass musicians.

  • The teachings of Arnold Jacobs compiled by Mike Grose of TubaPeopleTV.

  • Brass playing education videos created by Adam Mullen.

  • Videos on how to maintain and clean your instrument from YouTube.

  • A list of recommended method books and breathing devices.

  • Links to honor bands and music camps.

  • Practice aids.

  • Composing programs.

  • Recording software.

  • General Music/Music Theory/Music History websites.

  • Fun websites.

  • Helpful resource guide.

Great Brass Recordings on YouTube

Click here for a playlist of more music

Solo Literature on YouTube

Click here for a playlist of more music

Who was Arnold Jacobs?

Adam Mullen teaches the pedagogy of master performer and teacher Arnold Jacobs. Mr Jacobs was the principal tubist of the Chicago Symphony for forty-four years. He taught not only tuba, but all wind instruments, including voice. His teachings can be summed up in two words: Song and Wind— Hear the music in your mind, have a great buzz on the mouthpiece, and use great air! You can find more information at ArnoldJacobs.com.

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The Teachings of Arnold Jacobs

Compiled by University of Oregon tuba & euphonium professor Mike Grose of TubaPeopleTV.

How to Maintain and Clean Your Instrument

Brass Playing Videos by Adam Mullen

Breathing Devices/Buzz Aids

Adam recommends these breathing devices: Inspiron, Breath Builder, Breathing Bag, and Voldyne. For buzzing, Adam recommends the buzz aid and buzz rim. They can all be found at Wind Song Press. These devices can be tremendously helpful in improving breathing and buzzing, which are key aspects of brass playing.

General Music/Music Theory/Music History Links

RECORDING SOFTWARE

Music Composing Programs

These programs have a free version to use:

Fun websites

Useful Websites