Just as many young tuba players acclimate to the amount of air their instruments require by doing breathing exercises through an empty paper towel roll, I start every beginning oboist on a coffee stirrer. In that first lesson, we compare… Read More...
Most oboe players are called upon to play English Horn from time to time. For many, these are frustrating occasions as they struggle with an unfamiliar instrument, poor pitch control, lack of projection, and other problems. Read More...
Flutter-tongue has been written for the oboe since very early this Century in pieces such as Varese's Octandre (1924). Like all the other "extended" techniques, flutter-tongue is called for with increasing frequency as musical styles… Read More...
Oboemotions is the definitive volume on using Body Mapping technique to help oboists and other double-reed players prevent injury and develop the physical freedom and sensitivity needed for technical mastery. Read More...
This project brings together oboe students, teachers, reed makers, repair people, and retailers to provide a network of opportunities and services for oboists. On this site, you will find teaching materials such as videos, writings, and… Read More...
Use cork grease as little as possible, but make sure you use it when you need it. To apply it properly you must rub the grease into the cork. Do not use chap stick. Use an absorbent (cotton) drop swab to clean out the moisture from each… Read More...
At BAS Publishing, one of our main goals is to provide good solos, solos of the standard repertoire, with band accompaniment. This allows both outstanding soloists to be featured at both the high school or college level. Read More...
The Bassoon is used in most Band and Wind Ensemble groups. However, there are special problems that such bassoonists have to face. The primary one is how to balance with the other instruments. It is obvious that the bassoon is the weakest… Read More...
