Posted by js on September 18, 2003 at 12:09:49:
In Reply to: Mute use posted by Mary Ann on September 18, 2003 at 09:25:42:
1/ Put a light coating of woodwind cork grease or petroleum jelly on the corks. This, if this is a problem, will eliminate the horrible SQUEEAAKK (if applicable in your case).
2/ Have someone attach a handle to the UPPER SIDE of the mute (if there is not a handle already there), so you can manage it. An old-fashioned window pull (as is used on a window in a house) works fine.
3/ Set the tuba on the floor in front of you to insert and remove the mute.
4/ Keep the mute next to you on a chair seat, so it is within easy reach. (Twist your arm upside down when you grab the handle.)
5/ Please accept my apology if none of these suggestions are neither applicable nor helpful.