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Tuba Instrumentalist
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Perform duties as instrumentalists on primary and/or secondary instruments as members of authorized Navy bands. Maintain and make minor repairs to assigned musical instruments.
Core Skills
- tuba performance
- brass ensemble playing
- music reading
- concert preparation
- ceremonial performance
- instrument maintenance
- minor instrument repair
- rehearsal discipline
- public performance
Common Certifications
- ABRSM Music Theory Certificate
- Trinity College London Music Performance Certificate
- Berklee Online Music Certificate
- National Association of Music Merchants Retail Training Certification
- OSHA 10-Hour General Industry
- American Red Cross CPR/AED Certification
Civilian Career Paths
- MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT
- TRAINING AND EDUCATION
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Berklee Online Music Certificate
- ABRSM Music Theory Certificate
- American Red Cross CPR/AED Certification
- Instrument repair and maintenance course
Career Growth
- Trinity College London Music Performance Certificate
- Berklee Online Professional Music Certificate
- National Association of Music Merchants Retail Training Certification
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Data sourced from official Navy publications and public military occupational references. Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.