Tuba-rrific time in downtown Boston: Photos of the holiday tradition
Tuba Christmas returned to the city on Saturday.
A big group of brass musicians filled the air with classic holiday tunes for the annual tuba-rrific tradition in Downtown Crossing.
Conductor Natalie Sheeler, center, directs the 88 musicians in the holiday concert. (Paul Connors/Boston Herald)
The singing group Sweet Harmony performs outside the Macy’s department store in Downtown Crossing. (Paul Connors/Boston Herald)
Musician Raphaela Mueller, of Woburn, blows into her tuba adorned with a string of holiday balls during the Tuba Christmas concert. (Paul Connors/Boston Herald)
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