Who was your oboe teacher’s teacher?? The classical music world is quite small and frankly hard to break into, this may even be exaggerated in the oboe world. A possible reason is the high cost of entry to study the instrument, mysterious nature of how this instrument even functions, the…
Oboists in Latin America The classical music tradition has played a large role in the development of culture in Latin America especially concerning the legacy of colonialism and the struggle of identity and class mobility. I hope this list of oboists will inspire further study of the oboe around the…
What is the difference between American and European Oboe playing? The oboe is a woodwind instrument that is widely used in orchestras and chamber music ensembles around the world. Despite its widespread popularity, there are notable differences in the way that the oboe is played and the way that oboe…
DANIEL CRUZ- oboe Saturday April 16, 2022, 5:00 pm Bates Recital Hall Colette Valentine -pianoRenen Branco - pianoDan Hartung- marimbaJungrok Oh -Voice A special thanks to Dr. Parker and the oboe studio, the students, and professors of BSOM, the facilites team, and especially my collogues and collaborators who made this…
Texas All-State oboe audition guide 2021 Preparing for Texas All-State and all region auditions are a rite of passage for high school oboists across the state. Use these materials to help you prepare and achieve your best possible audition. Of course private lessons are the best way to make sure…
Learn to learn music! I struggled through band as a kid, seriously, I was last chair in the district 3 years in a row, as in the worst oboe player period. The trouble was that I loved music. It wasnt until I met a teacher who finally showed me how…
Student teaching Tips from Veteran Music teachers Whether you are planning on teaching band, orchestra, choir, or general music, student teaching is potentially the most formative part of your education. Student teaching can be overwhelming but I asked dozens of music teachers and compiled this list of tips to help…
Choose the perfect music school for you in 5 easy steps Choosing what music schools to apply to can be a daunting process. It can feel overwhelming because it has the potential to prepare you for a great career or leave you reaching for an impossible dream. The fact is…
How to get started on the oboe, a beginner’s guide Congratulations, the oboe is a wonderful instrument that will allow you to play beautiful music, help you learn a lot about life. To help your transition into oboe-hood go as smoothly as possible, this short guide will cover the following…
Testing an oboe reed - 4 tips to improve your oboe sanity! Being able to test the reed is crucial to good reed making and is imperative for students who are choosing a reed that will work for them. Whether you are a student trying out a bunch of reeds…