Joseph Ritchie is a US-based active music educator, 

freelance tuba player, and entrepreneur.

He received a Masters in Music Performance from Illinois State University and a Bachelor of Music Education from Winthrop University. 

Joseph is the author of Tuba Technique Builders, the world's simplest method for improving tuba playing for all levels, so you can become the best musician possible. 

 

He has won multiple national, regional, and state music competitions and has performed with various musical groups throughout the nation.

 

Some of Joseph's instructors include Andy Rummel (Retired USAF Bands), John Sizemore (Retired Asheville Symphony, Southwest Brass Quintet, Chicago Civic Orchestra), Doug Black (Winthrop University), and others

At Tuba Mastery Online, our mission is to empower tuba players—especially those rediscovering their love for music after years away—to create a beautiful, resonant sound that fills them with confidence and joy. We believe every musician deserves to make music they’re proud of, and we’re here to guide them on that journey.