Large brass instruments are expensive. Going to scratch that sousaphone up with the metal stand right there.

Ironically, I was after a euphonium but bought a tuba off of craigslist last week. Figured there would be more for sale given the presumed death band class. Given all the bends in the instrument I doubt the "spittle" would make it through with any force. It all collects near the valves.

Clown world. Maybe someone should re-lyric the Tears for Fears Mad World song as Clown world.