Sousaphone
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈsuːsəˌfoʊn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Sousaphone is a noun meaning A valved brass instrument with the same length as a tuba, but shaped differently so that the bell is above the head, that the valves are situated directly in front of the musical instruments and a few inches above the waist, and that most of the weight rests on one shoulder.
Meaning
A valved brass instrument with the same length as a tuba, but shaped differently so that the bell is above the head, that the valves are situated directly in front of the musical instruments and a few inches above the waist, and that most of the weight rests on one shoulder.
Example Sentences
One version of the large tuba, popular in marching bands, is called a sousaphone in honor of bandsman John Philip Sousa.
Word Forms
- sousaphones
Synonyms for sousaphone
Depending on context, synonyms include tuba.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include tuba, euphonium, sudrophone, tubaphone, saxtuba, tubax.
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