Tuba Embouchure

Question 1

no tone, rushing air

Answer 1

1. embouchure not formed tightly enough, lips spread - reform embouchure, “OH-OO SQUEEZE”, grip tube more firmly
2. air stream restricted, closed throat, high tongue - emphasize “OH” to open throat, keep tongue down

Question 2

thin, pinched tone

Answer 2

1. embouchure formed too tightly, lips pinched - loosen grip on the tube
2. insufficient volume of air passing between lips - review deep breath and fast expulsion of air

Question 3

gargled tone

Answer 3

1. embouchure not formed tightly enough - grip the tube more firmly
2. lips folding over teeth - reform embouchure, “OH-OO SQUEEZE”, use ring to check lip position

Question 4

stopped or intense air

Answer 4

1. lips pinched completely together - de-emphasize gripping tube, re-form “OH-OO”
2. insufficient volume of air passing between lips - review tongue position (OH) and fast air