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"Soprano Tuba" on ebay

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Apparently there is such a thing- either that or it belonged to Tony:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/284450801767?h ... SwrMJhP5ci

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Not that I think anyone would be tempted, but my guess is that this is one of India's mysterious creations, generally not very highly regarded as musical instruments. Could be wrong.
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"Only plays Godfather Theme and O Sole Mio" :tuba:
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coloratura or lyric ?
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bloke wrote: ↑Tue Sep 14, 2021 11:13 am coloratura or lyric ?
Wouldn't that depend on the mouthpiece? In any event, looks mezzo to me.
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