Hermann Bellstedt’s 12 Studies have long been a staple in the trumpet repertoire and are in constant use by brass players around the world. This edition marks the first time these essential studies have been adapted specifically for the tuba.
Legendary cornetist Herman Bellstedt, renowned for his extraordinary technical command, credited these studies as a central component of his development. Their emphasis on flexibility, articulation, and control made them indispensable for brass players seeking to master advanced technique.
This new edition presents all 12 studies carefully adapted for CC tuba, with detailed commentary by Wesley Jacobs. His insights address the unique challenges and opportunities these etudes offer to tubists, helping to make the studies not only playable but highly effective for modern low-brass pedagogy and performance.
