List of tubists

Most professional tubists are tied to ensembles such as symphony orchestras and bands—including brass, concert and Jazz bands—or academic institutions.

Among the instrument's notable classical performers are William Bell, John Fletcher, Arnold Jacobs and Harvey Phillips.

Noted Jazz players include Don Butterfield, Howard Johnson and Michel Godard.

[1] Accomplished soloist and chamber musicians include James Gourlay, Øystein Baadsvik, Velvet Brown and August Schieldrop.

Tubists who played primarily for film scores are John Van Houten, Tommy Johnson and Jim Self.