How to Choose a Bassoon: A Practical Guide for Serious Players

Choosing a bassoon is a more nuanced process than many expect. With a wide range of instruments available—spanning student models to highly refined professional systems—it...read more

How to Choose an Oboe: A Practical Guide for Serious Players

Choosing an oboe can feel overwhelming. With so many options—different levels, makers, and price points—it’s not always clear what actually matters, or how to recognize...read more

Why Annual Cleaning, Oiling, and Adjustment Matters for Your Oboe or Bassoon

Routine Maintenance Can Keep Your Instrument Reliable, Responsive, and Performing at it’s Best Oboes and bassoons are among the most intricate instruments in the orchestra....read more

Understanding The Audience Experience

The Audience Experience Music has the unique ability to stir emotions, whether it’s performed with precision or contains noticeable imperfections. As listeners, we can be...read more

Using Your Oboe or Bassoon Skills to Get Into College: A Guide for Aspiring Musicians

Colleges and Universities Need Oboists and Bassoonists For students who excel at playing the oboe or bassoon, these unique talents can open doors to college...read more

Choosing the Right Double Reed Instrument: A Guide for Players and Parents

When you or your child are in the market for an oboe or bassoon – here’s some insight into what to look for and how...read more

To perform and collaborate is a gift

We rely on ears and hearts to make sense of what we do as musicians. It seems as though we’re on the brink of connecting...read more