So excited to meet new oboists this Sunday
Hi All-Taking a quick break from grading midterm exams to write a quick note. I just have to share HOW EXCITED I am about our upcoming Double Reed Day at UW-Eau Claire this Sunday, Oct, 27th!I'm really...
View ArticleInterested in Studying Oboe and the University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire?
Are you considering studying oboe in college?There are still a few audition dates left for anyone interested in studying music at the University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire beginning Fall...
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Take care of your oboe in the cold!
Hi All-If you live in, or travel to, cold climates, this post is for you! As a write, our standing temperature outside in Eau Claire, WI is a balmy -9 F/ -22 C and a wind chill (what the temp ACTUALLY...
View ArticlePlanning for GREAT MUSIC in the Summer on a Dime
This message is for Anthony, who wrote to me asking about opportunities for advancing his college level oboe skills over the summer on a limited budget.While in the perfect world we'd all get into the...
View ArticleJust Breathe: Ease Nerves and Regain Calm in Less than 1 Minute
I don't know about you all, but this is an incredibly busy time of the semester for our students and faculty alike. Lots and lots of concerts, exams, juries, auditions, etc, etc. But hey, as...
View ArticleOboe Vibrato
Vibrato on the OboeWhat is vibrato?Vibrato is a regular pulsation or undulation of pitch added to our sound for expressive purposes. Both the speed and depth of pulsation/change of pitch can and should...
View ArticleIs your oboe embouchure tired? For a quick fix, say your vowels
In the next few posts I'll be exploring endurance on the oboe. In the meantime, here's a little gem that I learned during an all-day rehearsal waaaaaaaay back when I was in high school performing in...
View ArticleThe Oboe Doctor Is IN: Answering a reader's question on building embouchure...
An oboist has written me asking how to build endurance for playing the Richard Strauss Oboe Concerto. They mentioned that learning the first movement is especially taxing, that their embouchure gives...
View ArticleBig Oboe Event at UWEC : Masterclass with Nancy Ambrose King!
Hi All-If you're in the Wisconsin/Minnesota/Iowa region, please take note! The University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire will host the fabulous Nancy Ambrose King for a masterclass on Saturday, October...
View ArticleReed Making Bootcamp is Back!
Reed making boot camp is back! I'll be leading a reed making "bootcamp" June 15-19, 2015 in Eau Claire, WI. We'll learn how to make reeds each day from 9-12. in addition to making reeds, over the...
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Don't Forget! UW- Eau Claire Double Reed Day Oct. 11th
For more information and to register: http://www.uwec.edu/Mus-The/faculty/upload/Double-Reed-Day-Downloadable-Flyer.pdf
View ArticleOct. 11th event is cancelled--stay tuned for more information soon!
Help me get the word out---the UWEC Double Reed Day scheduled for Oct. 11th has been CANCELLED due to some unforeseen scheduling issues. We're working on an event in the Spring, so STAY TUNED!
View ArticleNew Year Resolutions, Anyone?
Welcome to 2016, everyone!I wish you a year filled with wonderful musical collaborations and excellent reeds.First, I want to celebrate the fact that Oboe For Everyone has been able to place over 125...
View ArticleOboe Camps for Teens and Adults!
Hi All-OK, just letting the cat out of the bag with some early information so you can mark your calendars. I'm planning 2 different oboe camps for July, *tentatively* July 18-22. One camp will be...
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Come spend a week in beautiful Eau Claire, Wisconsin July 18-22 and have fun...
Come spend a week in beautiful Eau Claire, Wisconsin July 18-22 and have fun with fellow double reed players!I'm excited to announce the University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire Summer Double Reed Camp for...
View ArticleMore details on the Summer Double Reed Camp July 18-22, 2016!
Hi All-It's tough to express in words how EXCITED I AM to meet you and work with you at the University of Wisconsin Eau Claire Summer Double Reed Camp July 18-22nd!I'm putting together a REALLY...
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TO REGISTER ONLINE: CLICK HEREInstructors: UWEC Double Reed FacultyDr. Christa Garvey AND Dr. Trent JacobsJuly 18-22, 2016Fees: $150 TuitionOptional housing & meals for double occupancy dorm:...
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UWEC Double Reed Camp 2017! Mark Your Calendars for June 25-30th!
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER !Online payment available this year!Mark your calendars and bring your friends! Sign up early to reserve a spot! We'll limit the camp to 30 oboists and 30 bassoonists....
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2017 UWEC SUMMER DOUBLE REED CAMP!
Share this link far and wide! Group work, individual lessons, reed making sessions, large and small ensembles!All in beautiful Eau Claire, Wisconsin June 25-30th 2017online registration is open at:...
View ArticleLast Chance to Register for the 2017 UW-Eau Claire Double Reed Camp!
Last chance to register for the University of Wisconsin--Eau Claire Double Reed Camp for high school and adult amateurs June 25-30! We'll be accepting registrations until June 1st if there is still...
View ArticleSome thoughts on reed making
Who should learn how to make reeds? Definitely all oboists aspiring to professional levels should learn how to make reeds. All others are absolutely encouraged to learn. If you are an oboist, you do...
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2018 Summer Double Reed Camp Registration is Open! June 24-29, 2018 open to...
We hope to see you there! Go to www.OboeForEveryone.com to register or let me know if you have any questions.
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Come Join Us for the 2020 UW-Eau Claire Double Reed Camp!
UW-Eau Claire Double Reed CampJune 28-July 2, 2020Come join fellow double reed players for a week of music, learning more about the oboe and bassoon, reed making and FUN!The camp provides instruction...
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The UWEC Summer Double Reed Camp for High School Musiciansis Moving ONLINE but is BETTER THAN EVER!!!June 28-July 2, 2020Due to the COVID19 pandemic, the UWEC Double Reed Camp is going VIRTUAL. But,...
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