Tag Archives: oboe

Purchasing an Oboe – where to buy, brands, types and more questions answered

Posted on May 10, 2015 by reedpros

Article written by:  Tanya Johnson – owner of Reedpros.com  Please use the contact me form to get in touch with me. There are so many things to consider before going out and purchasing an oboe: What grade are you in … Continue reading →

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How To Prevent Cracks In Your Oboe

Posted on December 29, 2013 by reedpros

No one wants to see a crack in their beautiful wooden oboe but they are prone to them. While the steps listed below will help prevent cracks, it is not a guarantee as it is still possible for a crack to … Continue reading →

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How To Care For Your Oboe

Posted on October 25, 2013 by reedpros

Here are the key points I make sure I tell my students and their parents about keeping their instrument playing great. General Maintenance for the Oboe: 1. Have a silk swab. I have seen many students take apart their instrument … Continue reading →

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Oboe Reed Cases, Reed Making Kits, Reed Knives and More

Posted on July 30, 2013 by reedpros

Summer is coming to an end and school will be starting again before you know it. Reed Pros is happy to announce new products we have just in time for back to school. We have some lovely new oboe reed … Continue reading →

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Oboe Reeds – How Long Do They Last?

Posted on March 5, 2013 by reedpros

How long does an oboe reed last? While factors like demands of the repertoire, reed performance expectations, and other variables come into play, I’m looking to give advice to the novice oboist or parent regarding longevity. The average consensus is … Continue reading →

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Importance of Oboe Reed Cases

Posted on February 26, 2013 by reedpros

Yes, you really do need a reed case. Oftentimes one of the essential supplies that is overlooked when students start the oboe is a reed case. It doesn’t need to be an expensive one. A plastic case, like the one … Continue reading →

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Double Reed Day – Cal State Fresno

Posted on February 6, 2013 by reedpros

I had a wonderful time at the California State University, Fresno 16th Annual Double Reed Day!  Rachel Aldrich and Larry Gardner were both very gracious hosts. The guest clinicians were Andrea Jayne Ridilla (oboe) and George Sakakeeny (bassoon). The experience was so … Continue reading →

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Congratulations Region Band 2013 Winners

Posted on January 12, 2013 by reedpros

Congratulations to Emily Low! She won 1st chair for the Arkansas Senior High division on oboe. There were some tough pieces to have to learn this year for the audition but Emily knocked it out of the park. Congratulations again … Continue reading →

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Oboe Reed Thread – Now available for purchase

Posted on October 23, 2012 by reedpros

    Reed Pros is happy to announce we are carrying reed tying thread! We have some beautiful colors and new colors are coming soon. Thread is on spools of 165 yards to make it easy to handle when tying on … Continue reading →

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Clarinet and Saxophone Reeds – now available for purchase

Posted on October 17, 2012 by reedpros

Reed Pros is happy to announce we are carrying Rico Bb Clarinet and Alto Saxophone Reeds! If you are a doubler on oboe and sax or clarinet, you can get your hand made oboe reeds while you restock your single … Continue reading →

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