Oboe / English Horn
Here, you will find helpful handouts and links to aid in oboe (and English horn) embouchure, fingering charts, tips and tricks, and some troubleshooting resources.
An overview...
"The Oboist for Dummies: How to Feed & Water Your Oboe Player"
- A thorough overview of the many elements of oboe playing from John Snow (MN Orch.)
- A concise list for troubleshooting
- A step-by-step look at teaching a beginning oboe student
- A look at one of the most common mistakes when teaching a young player and how to avoid it
- Another solid overview of what to introduce to beginning oboists
Embouchure
On the oboe, embouchure in conjunction with air support is the recipe for success.
Things to remember:
- avoid a "smile" embouchure, this will hurt you more than help you
- don't bite your reed, cushion it with your lips
- the corners of your mouth should be taught but not pinched so the reed can vibrate properly
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RESOURCES/ARTICLES:
** See above: "The Oboist for Dummies"
"Oboe Embouchure - Exercises, techniques, graphics"
"Playing the Oboe: Embouchure" (Ray Still)
- very extensive
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Articulation
** See above: "The Oboist for Dummies"
- very thorough
"Oboe Articulation"
- contains tutorials for single, double, and flutter tonguing
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Equipment
INSTRUMENTS
** See above: "The Oboist for Dummies"
- general list
"Beginning Oboist Care Package"
"Choosing an Instrument" (Advanced)
"Guide to buying your first oboe"
- also contains good overview of other elements
Midwest Musical Imports | Oboe Department
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CLEANING
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OTHER
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Reeds
** See above: "The Oboist for Dummies"
"5 Best Oboe Reeds for Beginners"