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Oboe Lessons 1:1 Tutorial: How to Make a Beautiful Sound

Ages 10-18
Live 1-on-1 Lessons
Enjoy the joys and challenges of oboe playing! Technical foundations such as physical alignment, embouchure formation, and articulation will be thoroughly covered, with the focus on making a beautiful sound.
Live video meetings
Meets on demand
30 min

What's included

Meets on Demand
schedule meetings as needed
30 mins
per session
Teacher support
Homework
2-4 hours per week. Learners are expected to practice from 20-30 minutes each day during the week.
Assessment
I'll be giving learners feedback on their playing, correct use of techniques, and effectiveness of their practicing.

Class Experience

✨ Discover the Magic of Oboe Playing ✨ 

Experience the joy of making music while embracing the challenges that come with mastering the oboe. In this tutorial, students will build a strong technical foundation, focusing on: 

🔹Physical alignment to experience ease and comfort while playing  

🔹Complete breathing to fully support the sound

🔹 Embouchure formation to create a rich, resonant tone  

🔹Articulation techniques to bring each note to life  

With an emphasis on producing a beautiful and expressive sound, this tutorial aims to inspire a deep appreciation for the oboe and its unique voice. Whether you're new to the instrument or looking to refine your skills, this journey into oboe playing will leave you motivated and enriched.

Learning Goals

✨Make a beautiful sound on the oboe through effectively integrating the techniques presented in the class, with ease, confidence and understanding.
✨Play a melody with a beautiful sound and good intonation.

Other Details

Supply List
Learners will need to purchase two instructional books after the first class.  These are:

"Oboe Student", Level One (Elementary) by Blaine Edlefsen in collaboration with Fred Weber, Student Instrumental Course, published by Belwin - under $8.00 online

"Tunes for Oboe Technic" Level One (Elementary) by Blaine Edlefsen in collaboration with Fred Weber, Student Instrumental Course, published by Belwin - under $8.00 online

Learners will also need to have an oboe in good condition as well as an oboe reed.
For reeds, I recommend the company, "Wildflower Reeds" online.  These are are high quality reeds made completely by hand by an expert reed maker, and are well worth the price of $32.00.  Having an excellent reed is a key part of playing with good technique and making a beautiful sound.  An intermediate level, medium soft reed is a good place to start for most students.
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Teacher expertise and credentials
🎓 Teacher Expertise and Credentials 🎓

🔹 Began playing oboe at age 11; quickly fell in love with its unique sound.  

🔹Performed with the Boston Youth Symphony Orchestra in high school, touring Europe and the Middle East.  

🔹Earned a Doctor of Musical Arts Degree and a Master of Music Degree in Oboe Performance from SUNY/Stony Brook, studied with renowned oboists Ronald Roseman and Stephen Taylor.  Attended Amherst College for two years.  BA from Sarah Lawrence College; studied with Ronald Roseman.

🔹Extensive professional experience with orchestras, chamber groups and solo performances in the NYC area, including the Manhattan Chamber Orchestra and Choir of Sacred Music.  

🔹Founding member of the Phoenix Trio (oboe, violin, cello) and Constellation Trio (flute, oboe, guitar).  Member of the chamber group, North Shore Pro Musica.  


🎵 Teaching Highlights  🎵

🔹 Over 40 years of experience teaching oboe to junior high and high school students.  

🔹 Students have been accepted to top music schools, including Juilliard, Eastman, and New England Conservatory.  

🔹 Certified Music For People improvisation teacher; performed and recorded with Grammy-winning cellist David Darling.  

 🔹Expertise in combining classical training with improvisation and sound production techniques.  


🌍 A Global Connection Through Music 🌍  

🔹 Adapted to online teaching via Zoom during the Covid-19 pandemic.  

🔹 Excited to connect with learners worldwide and explore their unique musical journeys.  


🎶 A Lifelong Passion for Music 🎶  

🔹 Continues to perform and teach in the Berkshires, Massachusetts.  

🔹 Inspired by T’ai Chi, Body Mapping, and Alexander Technique to enhance music-making and teaching.  

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