by Khara Wolf | Sep 18, 2014 | General Info, Getting Started
A list of reed making accessories, supplies, instruments, repair technicians, and other helpful oboe and bassoon resources. General Supplies (reed tools, sheet music, etc) Forrests Music Double Reed Specialists (USA) https://www.forrestsmusic.com RDG Woodwinds (USA)...
by Khara Wolf | Aug 24, 2014 | General Info
Oboes naturally fall out of adjustment from regular use. It is important to send your oboe to a qualified double reed specialist once a year for a tune up to keep pads sealing, mechanisms working, and check for issues. Assuming your oboe has been tuned up recently and...
by Khara Wolf | Jul 28, 2014 | Getting Started
Everything you need to know about getting started on the oboe: Beginning Oboe Accessories Resource List If you are just getting started on the oboe, make sure you have all of the essential beginning oboe accessories. After reviewing this tutorial page be sure to visit...
by Khara Wolf | Jul 27, 2014 | Getting Started, Reeds
Frequently Asked Questions and Important Information About Oboe Reeds How long does an oboe reed last? How many do I need? Every reed is different, but with adjustments, most oboe reeds will last about 10-15 hours of playing time for students. In general, my beginning...
by Khara Wolf | May 12, 2014 | Getting Started
This is a must see video for all music educators, band directors, beginner oboists, and parents. Packed with more essential information then I could fit into the very first lesson, this video talks in-depth about purchasing instruments, taking care of them, and of...
