The complete answer involves three instruments, all in the key of B-flat: a standard euphonium an American-style euphonium that is often called a baritone a British-style baritone horn. When I was in high school, my parents decided to buy a new instrument for me to replace the student model I had been using. The music store showed me a top of the line King 3-valve "baritone.
When I asked what the difference was he explained that a baritone has three valves, while a euphonium has four. He also told me that a euphonium has a different bore, and sounds nicer that a baritone. I ordered the more expensive instrument.
As the years passed, I learned that the only difference between those two horns was the extra valve. Both were American-style euphoniums. Over the years I have heard many incorrect explanations of this difference. This confusion of names may contribute to the somewhat anonymous nature of my chosen instrument. This is partly due to a lack of exposure to the horn, but if he ever has seen one, it may have been referred to as a baritone, a baritone horn, a tenor tuba, or a euphonium.
Also, the name baritone is sometimes confused with baritone saxophone or the baritone voice. I have consulted over two dozen reference books to understand the distinction between these two instruments. These sources included dictionaries, encyclopedias, music dictionaries, and music texts. All agreed on the general definition of these two horns, although none offered anything as specific as measurements.
They agreed on the following: a baritone has a smaller bore and bell than a euphonium, with tubing that is mostly cylindrical. Its sound is lighter and brighter. The euphonium has a larger bell and bore, and its tubing is mostly conical.
It has a larger, darker, more powerful sound. Be sure that to be safe in any situation involving meeting with strangers, though. Ask other musicians if they know anyone that needs a baritonist. Form a band with other friends that play instruments. Part 5. Oil the valves. Unscrew the camp on the first valve.
Pull the piston inside the valve out halfway, and put a few drops of oil onto the wide part of the piston. Put the piston back inside the valve and secure tightly. Repeat this step with the other two or three valves.
Do not apply too much oil. It can damage other parts of your instrument. Clean the mouthpiece. Use a mouthpiece brush to scrub it with warm water and dish soap. Repeat this process every week or so. Grease the slides. Pull one slide out at a time, polish it with cloth, and grease it lightly with slide grease, Vaseline can be good alternative. Replace the slide and repeat the process. Polish your instrument. Use a polish cloth and lightly rub it to remove fingerprints or any other unwanted blemishes.
Take it to a repair shop once a year. Give your baritone a yearly check up at a repair shop to make sure there is nothing stuck in or wearing down your instrument. Take it more than once a year if you feel that your instrument is not playing like it should be. Yes, but the sound might be slightly different, depending on your teeth and lip position. Not Helpful 1 Helpful 7. Purse your lips like you're playing normal notes. Put your top lip over your bottom lip and blow concentrated air downwards.
It should make less of a buzzing noise. Not Helpful 7 Helpful One of the slides on my baritone gets stuck. How can I remove it without expensive equipment? If you have a band director, ask him. If not, see if you can move the slide as much as you can without damaging it, and add timing slide grease and exercise it until it comes loose.
Not Helpful 4 Helpful 8. I have been playing the baritone for three years. My music teacher says I need to improve on playing louder and taking breaths which are kind of the same. How do I improve on them? To improve your volume, try loosening your embouchure.
To improve your timing for taking breaths, try writing commas in your sheet music pretty much everywhere where you could take a breath without messing up the song. When you're playing and you get to one of the commas take a deep breath try not to make it very audible.
Having more air in your lungs will also help your volume as it will allow you to put stronger breaths into each note. If you find that you're taking too many breaths, you can erase a few commas. Practice a lot. Not Helpful 4 Helpful 9. When playing a brass or wind instrument, am I supposed to sit on the edge of the chair? You are supposed to sit at the front of your chair as the sound will be better. Not Helpful 3 Helpful In the picture, that was a marching baritone.
Why not use a pic of a regular one? That was not a marching baritone; it was a regular one turned on its side. Keep the corners of your mouth tight as you blow into the instrument. If you notice you are puffing your cheeks, tighten them back in while you play so you can get used to that feeling. Not Helpful 3 Helpful 4. I have a non-compensating four-valve euphonium that makes it hard to hit the fourth valve. How can I get better? Try positioning your hand so your pinkie is resting lower; this will make it easier to reach the valve.
Keep in mind that your pinkie will grow stronger over time. Not Helpful 4 Helpful 3. My baritone valve will not open, and not even the music store can get it unstuck. What should I do? Try unscrewing the valve and adding valve oil to it. If you are having trouble with that, speak to a music instructor or consider getting a replacement. Not Helpful 4 Helpful 7. An ideal trumpet for…. The newest product in the JPMI catalogue. John Packer JP Flute. An ideal student flute that is affordable quality.
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Receive all our latest news, and updates on offers and new products. The tubing is just coiled tighter. Another version of the baritone has a different name. Euphoniums are played exactly like a baritone. The difference is similar to the difference between a trumpet and cornet.
However the euphonium is not a typical beginning instrument. Virtually all euphoniums are produced for advanced players. They tend to be more expensive and most have a fourth valve to allow use of advanced alternate fingerings. Beginners should use a baritone rather than a euphonium. Buyers beware of another instrument that is a baritone look-a-like.
The alto horn looks like a very small baritone but it is not a good choice for a beginning instrument. They are relatively rare but are available now and then in pawn shops or through the classified ads.
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