Wessex New Compensated BBb Bass Progress update

Wessex New Compensated BBb Bass Progress update

It is now almost a year since I announced that Wessex Tubas was planning to develop a new compensated BBb Bass and got a lot of responses from players in...

Wessex Tubas in Transition

Wessex Tubas in Transition

Wessex Tubas & Brass is moving on to offer REGIONAL play testing opportunities in the US.   We at Wessex are very aware that many Wessex customers, interested musicians &...

New Wessex Cimbasso

New Wessex Cimbasso

I am excited to give you a preview of the new Wessex Cimbasso which will be available initially in BBb and later in CC. I have just play-tested the prototype...

A guide to playing the piccolo trombone | Wessex Tubas | Brass instruments for sale

Piccolo trombone: how to play

The piccolo trombone is the smallest and highest of the brass instruments in the trombone family and, due to its size, isn’t used in any band. Instead, it is a...

How is a concert tuba different from a sousaphone? | Wessex Tubas | Brass Instruments for sale

How is a concert tuba different from a sousaphone?

The tuba and sousaphone are 2 of the biggest brass instruments available in the brass family; with many similarities and some striking differences. So, how is a concert tuba different from a...

Is a saxophone a brass instrument? | Wessex Tubas

Is a saxophone a brass instrument?

If you’re new to the wonderful world of brass instruments - embarking on the very beginning stages of your music journey and considering which instrument will best suit your taste...

What is the tuba's role in an orchestra? Wessex Tubas

What is the tuba's role in an orchestra?

Here, we’re getting to know the tuba - specifically: what is the tuba’s role in an orchestra?

How much does a tuba cost? Wessex Tubas

How much does a tuba cost?

How much should you be paying for your instruments? Specifically, how much does a tuba cost?

Why is brass used to make musical instruments? - Wessex Tubas

Why is brass used to make musical instruments?

Brass instruments have been produced and enjoyed by millions of people for hundreds of years. But why is brass used to make musical instruments.

Beginner's guide: how to play tenor saxophone - Wessex Tubas

Beginner's guide: how to play tenor saxophone

If you’re considering learning, or have just started learning, to play the tenor saxophone, this easy-to-follow guide will help you begin your journey with confidence.