Tuba + Live Electronics

The tuba is a relatively new instrument with unique qualities, such as its harmonically rich large audible sound and wide dynamic range. Over time, various extended techniques and preparations for the instrument have been developed, and new possibilities for the tuba continue to be explored today. Similarly, live electronics, as we know it, was consolidated in the early 1960s and continues to evolve thanks to technological advancements. Given the limited amount of information and repertoire for tuba and live electronics, this is a topic worth studying from multiple perspectives. In particular, the creation of new repertoire and the technical challenges that a tuba player might face when combining tuba with live electronics are important areas to address. Through this work, I offer my own perspective and present the solutions I’ve discovered, to anyone interested in this largely unexplored field.