Learning a new instrument can be an overwhelming task at first, and the oboe may be particularly overwhelming! A beginner oboist can narrow down what […]
What Oboe Reed Should a Beginner Use?
When looking for an oboe reed to use as a beginner, it can be tricky to narrow down all the options. In general, you will […]
Resources for Oboists
Here are a few great resources for oboists to help you improve a variety of skills on your instrument! Reedmaking Jennet Ingle – 5 Minute […]
How to Practice an Instrument (Without Wasting Time)
We all know that practice makes perfect, but many don’t realize how to practice an instrument so that they are actually making real and efficient […]
How to Make an Oboe Reed Responsive
One of the most important qualities of an oboe reed is its ability to vibrate easily or be responsive. You are not going to get […]
10 Beginner Oboe Solos You Can Learn Now
If you have recently started playing oboe, you may not know what oboe music is out there for you to learn. Here is a good […]
All the Instruments in the Oboe Family
There are six instruments in the oboe family that are still at least somewhat in use today. All of these instruments are woodwinds and double-reeds. […]
Is the Oboe Hard to Play?
Learning to play the oboe as a kid, one of the most common comments I would get when I told people I played the oboe […]
Oboe Reed Care and Maintenance
Oboe reeds are notoriously finicky. And they have annoyingly short lifespans. So whatever we can do to extend their lives and coax them into being […]
Avoid My Reedmaking Mistakes: Not Adjusting With the Seasons
One of my biggest reedmaking mistakes has been continuing my reedmaking routine with no adjustments as the seasons change into either fall/winter or spring/summer. If […]