Editing Tuba (section)

==Variations==
Some tubas are capable of being converted into a [[marching band|marching]] style, known as "marching tubas". A [[leadpipe]] can be manually screwed on next to the valves. The tuba is then usually rested on the left shoulder (although some tubas allow use of the right shoulder), with the bell facing directly in front of the player. Some marching tubas are made only for marching, and cannot be converted into a concert model. 

Most marching bands opt for the [[sousaphone]], an instrument that is easier to carry since it was invented specifically for this and almost always cheaper than a true marching tuba.<ref>{{Cite journal|last=Detwiler|first=Dave|title=Heritage: Marching Through the Early History of the Sousaphone|journal=ITEA Journal|volume=42|pages=27–29}}</ref> The earlier [[Helicon (instrument)|helicon]] is still used by bands in Europe and other parts of the world. [[Drum and bugle corps (modern)|Drum and bugle corps]] players, however, generally use marching tubas or [[Contrabass bugle]]s. 

Standard tubas can also be played whilst standing and marching, which is the usual practice in [[British brass band]]s and [[military band]]s. With the comfort of the player in mind, companies have provided harnesses that sometimes use a strap joined to the tuba with two rings, a 'sack' to hold the bottom of the tuba, or numerous straps holding the larger parts of tubing on the tuba. The strap(s) goes over the shoulder like a sash or sit at the waist, so the musician can play the instrument in the same position as when sitting.